…the Senate is expected to consider immigration issues, primarily DACA, the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, within the next three weeks. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
TPP Talks Continue as Canada Shows Hesitation
…new TPP agreement into force as soon as possible with those who are ready to move.” Farm groups, including the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association, last week urged Canada to commit to…
Another Round of NAFTA Talks Getting Underway
…to end the trade pact. President Trump has also said that a new NAFTA will greatly benefit U.S. farmers and ranchers. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Senate Votes to End Government Shutdown
…Some speculate that the brief government shutdown harms efforts to pass future legislation later this year, including the next farm bill. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Two Dairy Leaders Join Dairy Council of CA Board
…Dairy Council of California’s Board of Directors by Karen Ross, secretary of the California Department of Food and Agriculture. On his family’s farm in Tulare, California, Curti oversees operations for…
CCOF Annual Conference to Focus on Organic Hotspots
Registration is available for the California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF) annual conference, Organic Hotspots: Revitalizing Rural America. The event is scheduled for February 22 and 23 at the Sheraton Grand…
U.S. Cotton Industry Contributions to Cotton USA Play Critical Role in Developing Export Markets
…for their support: the National Cotton Council; Cotton Incorporated; American Cotton Shippers Association; AMCOT; California Cotton Alliance; the Committee for Cotton Research; ICE Futures U.S.; Plains Cotton Growers, Inc.; Southern…
Cornyn Drawing Up RFS Overhaul Legislation
…“However, they do deserve some credit for taking the time to learn and appreciate the economics of the renewable fuels industry.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Arkansas Lawmakers OK Dicamba Ban
…into adjacent fields from the ones it was directly applied to, causing damage in soybeans that aren’t resistant to the herbicide. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Mexican Ambassador says NAFTA Negotiations Are Making Progress
…January 23 through January 28. The Mexican Economy Minister also says that negotiations are almost complete on 10 of the 20 chapters in NAFTA. From the National Association of Farm…
Former Ag Secretary says Trump Understands Importance of NAFTA
…just trying to make a living,” he says. “There’s a good story to tell, we just need more people out there telling it.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting…
Farm Futures Releases 2018 Planting Intentions Survey Results
…Farm Futures did say that all of this information could be subject to change based on changing prices and the weather. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Farm City Newsday Friday, 01-19-18
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Taylor Hillman. There’s good support for agriculture in the new California budget and state ag leaders believe Washington…
The California Kitchen: Heirloom Tomato Pico De Gallo
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Heirloom Tomato Pico De Gallo with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 2 C Heirloom Tomatoes…