American Farmland Trust (AFT) just filled a new position on its policy team to tackle climate issues. Samantha Levy joins the policy team as climate policy manager to lead the…
U.S. Tractor and Combine Sales Increased in August
U.S. tractor sales increased last month compared to 2020 while combine sales jumped 19.8 percent, according to the Association of Equipment Manufacturers monthly sales report. Combine sales posted the second…
Starting Your Own Highly Productive Horseradish Crop
…period. This is why most people harvest in mid to late fall. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Starting Your Own Highly Productive Horseradish Crop Sponsored…
PRS Grant Program to Aid with COVID Related Costs
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $650 million in the Pandemic Response and Safety (PRS) Grant program. The PRS grant program is aimed at supporting farmers and ranchers…
Congressional Leaders Educated on How Tax Proposals Impact Ag
Hundreds of agricultural groups have voiced concern regarding the tax proposals being considered and how they will impact the industry. Letters were sent to congressional leaders detailing the crucial tax…
Ag Groups Voice Concern Over Revision of WOTUS Rule
Several agricultural groups submitted recommendations for a revised definition of “waters of the United States,” known as the WOTUS rule. Comments were filed with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 09-14-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the push for Newsom to veto AB 616, CPS…
Free Canine-Assisted ACP Scouting Available to Industry Members
…provide services in Texas and California. So, we can go anywhere in those states that we’re invited.” Canine-assisted ACP scouting can be deployed in a variety of environments. Services can…
Type of Melons Known for Their Sweet, Enticing Flavor
…two weeks after your last frost. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Type of Melons Known for Their Sweet, Enticing Flavor Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester…
2021 Grassland CRP Enrollment Acreage Doubles Last Year’s Amount
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced that the Grassland Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) has doubled enrollment over last year. More than 2.5 million acres from agricultural producers and…
Drought-Impacted Ranchers to Get Help for Feed Transportation Costs
…rely on grazing for their livestock have been forced to supplement their grazing programs with feed because of drought conditions. “USDA is currently determining how our disaster assistance programs can…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 09-13-21
…higher-skilled labor pool might be the key to keeping U.S. ag competitive and nationwide groups highlight the benefits of biofuel to help California reach its carbon-neutral goals. Tune in to…
Ag States Invest in California Ethanol
Ag officials from Nebraska and two other states have decided to invest more money into the ethanol-based fuel market in California. The Journal Star says the Nebraska Corn Board and…
Rising Rail Freight Costs Squeezing Farmers and Ranchers Incomes
The domestic rail transportation network is vital to moving products and goods supplied by America’s farmers and ranchers. Over 33 million carloads of U.S. goods moved up and down the…