…and to refund dairy Margin Protection Program premiums. “U.S. dairy farmers are experiencing an extended period of very low milk prices which, unless corrected, will force thousands of farmers out…
Funding for Smart Technology Innovations in Agriculture
…2014 Farm Bill. “Data driven analytical tools throughout the food supply chain—from production through processing, transportation, and food storage—will allow us to make smarter decisions that can promote efficient food…
Farm City Newsday Podcast for December 16
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Sabrina Hill. To listen or subscribe [display_podcast] Subscribe in a reader…
Dairy Organizations Applaud Congressional Letter to FDA
…and the National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF), which thanked lawmakers for speaking out on the issue. In a letter written by Reps. Mike Simpson (R-ID) and Peter Welch (D-VT), and…
Idaho Governor May Be Next Ag Secretary
…President of potato giant Simplot International, traveling to more than 80 countries. Read the Biography of Idaho Governor C.L. “Butch” Otter. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Republicans Set for Battle Over Immigration
…agriculture. Most Democrats appear to support higher visa numbers, but labor unions have voiced concerns over the impact on U.S. jobs. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Consumers More Educated, Still Worried About GMOs
…food and industry analyst. “Consumers today want to be informed and appreciate it when food companies make an effort to educate them.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news…
Freedom Caucus Wants Nutrition Rules Overturned
…intended to limit antibiotic use in agriculture, the Food Safety Modernization Act rules, and new stocking requirements for SNAP food retailers. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Ag Groups React to Proposed GIPSA Rules
The National Turkey Federation is expressing concern over USDA’s final interim rule and two proposed regulations possibly upending contract relationships in place between turkey growers and processors. The USDA wants…
USDA Awards $3.4 Million for Research to Increase Wheat Yields
…wheat varieties with greater yield and help us improve global collaboration on wheat research.” Grants announced include: University of California, Davis, Calif., $1,696,000 University of California, Davis, Calif., $300,000 University…
The California Kitchen: Tortillas
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing tortilla with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4…
Wheat Growers Welcome Actions on China Trade
…wheat farmer from Outlook, Montana. “Both actions call attention to the fact that when all countries follow the rules, a pro-trade agenda and trade agreements work for U.S. wheat farmers…
Report on Investments to Grow the Rural Economy
…Bureau of Labor Statistics. Median household incomes in rural areas increased by 3.4 percent in 2015, and rural populations have stabilized and in some areas are beginning to grow. The…
Christmas Tree Farms Face Balancing Act
…to a better inventory.” Ching Lee is an assistant editor of Ag Alert. She may be contacted at clee@cbf.com. Permission for use is granted by the California Farm Bureau Federation….