A new website by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) doesn’t satisfy all sides of the hardship waiver issue under the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS). The National Corn Growers Association called…
CDFA Accepting 2019 Specialty Crop Block Grant Applications
…to award funds to projects that solely enhance the competitiveness of California specialty crops. Specialty crops include fruits and vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, horticulture, and nursery crops (including floriculture)….
NCGA Calls on Congress to Pass Farm Bill Before Heading Home
…times. NCGA encourages your continued cooperation and stands ready to be of assistance to meet this goal. Sincerely, Kevin Skunes President, National Corn Growers Association Source: National Corn Growers Association…
Trade Mitigation Package Now Covers Almonds, Cherries
…nearly a month ago. Producers of shelled almonds and fresh sweet cherries are now eligible to apply for Market Facilitation Program (MFP) payments until the application period closes on January…
Foods with Anti-Inflammatory Benefits
…that we’ve learned a recent Swedish study concluded increasing our fruit and veggie intake can lead to longer, healthier lives, it’s important to know which foods to include in our…
The California Kitchen: Parm Crisp with Baby Scallop
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Parm Crisp with Baby Scallop with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 2 T Parmesan Cheese…
EPA Releases RFS Waiver Information Online
…Emily Skor says her group still has questions about how the EPA will resolve the issue of the lost gallons of biofuels. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
U.S. Close to Proceeding With Mexico-Only Trade Deal
…to the deal and its got everyone puzzled.” Chrystia Freeland, Canada’s Foreign Minister, left Washington last Thursday with no deal in place. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Bayer Files Appeal to California Glyphosate Ruling
Bayer is increasing efforts to defend Roundup, its flagship weed killer. A Dow Jones report says the effort follows a recent verdict in a California court case alleging that the…
Foreign Market Development Faces Funding Gap
…issued new allocations of funds in November. However, the agency can’t provide more money until Congress acts on a new farm bill. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Rabobank: Global Poultry Prices Under Pressure
…Overseas, Rabobank says local poultry industries in Asia, Africa, and Europe are all enjoying profitable margins thanks to balanced supply and demand. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
USDA Adds Shelled Almonds and Fresh Sweet Cherry to Market Facilitation Program
…nations. Starting Monday, Sept. 24, producers of shelled almonds and fresh sweet cherries may apply for Market Facilitation Program (MFP) payments at their local Farm Service Agency (FSA) office. In…
Canada Farmers Say Dairy Not a Bargaining Chip in Negotiations
…in the NAFTA negotiations. We have articulated clearly that the support means no access will be given to the Canadian dairy market.” Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
USDA Secretary Working to Empower Local School Leaders and Improve the School Meal Programs
…fuel the academic success of America’s future generations. School Nutrition Association welcomes this opportunity to join our partners in discussing ways to strengthen school meal programs and ensure students have…