…representatives for “making the tough decisions” needed to finalize the bill. “The 2014 Farm Bill includes programs that will assist California farmers and ranchers during this drought and with marketing…
Statement by the President on Congressional Passage of Farm Bill
…over the past five years, create new jobs and opportunities, and protect the most vulnerable Americans. This bill provides certainty to America’s farmers and ranchers, and contains a variety of…
Statement by Secretary Vilsack on Passage of the Agricultural Act of 2014
…in savings for the taxpayer. While no legislation is perfect, this bill is a strong investment in American agriculture and supports the continued global leadership of our farmers and ranchers.”…
Following Senate Passage, ASA Calls on President Obama to Sign Farm Bill into Law
…that will minimize the possibility of planting and production distortions that could trigger new challenges from the World Trade Organization. “From day one, soybean farmers have been invested in passing…
Corn Growers Thank Senate for Farm Bill Passage
…that the new legislation provides the farmers the option to participate in either the revenue-based Agriculture Risk Coverage program (with county or farm-level options) or a Price Loss Coverage program…
Statement by AFBF President on Senate Passage of Farm Bill
…with clear, bipartisan support. America’s farmers and ranchers are one step closer to having the certainty needed—and provided by the farm bill—to make planting and farm business decisions. “The farm…
NCC Applauds Senate’s Farm Bill Passage, Urges President Obama’s Signature
…sign this long-awaited bill into law. This measure is fiscally responsible, will help our nation’s farmers manage risk, and provide them with stability so they can continue providing Americans with…
USDA Announces $20 Million Available to Combat Drought
…here. Rep. Costa commented on the announcement stating this is a “good first step” and that “every drop of water is precious.” Hear all of Rep. Costa’s comment here. California…
USDA Launches Effort to Assist California Producers Affected by Drought
…local partners, we are doing everything within our power to support those farmers and ranchers affected by this intense drought.” said Vilsack. “These funds will help get a suite of…
Issues for Seed Industry
AgNet Media’s Gary Cooper speaks with Betsy Peterson of the California Seed Association about some issues facing the seed industry. CLICK HERE to listen to this report. CLICK HERE for…
Seed of High Quality Important
How can you tell if your vegetable seeds are of the best possible quality? Director of Technical Services for California Seed Association Betsy Peterson explains. CLICK HERE to listen to…
Southern CA Beef Packing Plant to Close
A Southern California beef packing plant is shutting down. National Beef Packing plans to shutter a packing plant in Brawley. The company cites a declining supply of fed cattle available…
Advice for Nut Growers in Drought
Sabrina Hill talks with University of California Advisor David Doll about helping nut crops through the drought. CLICK HERE to listen to this report….
California Drought Update
It’s official, California does not have enough water to grow our food and supply communities. The Department of Water Resources has now taken unprecedented action to conserve water, and it…