Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories including why the impacts of methane on the climate might…
Katherine Tai Confirmed as New U.S. Trade Representative
…about positive change. “ARA is pleased that the Senate confirmed Katherine Tai as USTR today,” said Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) President and CEO Daren Coppock. “She has the experience and…
Senate Hearing Highlights Role of Ag in Mitigating Climate Change
…Forestry heard from producers about climate efforts already underway within the industry. The hearing, Farmers and Foresters: Opportunities to Lead in Tackling Climate Change, addressed ways agriculture can continue contributing…
UC Wolfskill Not Changing Walnut Improvement Program Focus
…it’s looking good,” Walnut Breeder Chuck Leslie said. Even though they are hopeful about UC Wolfskill and what it can do for the industry, Leslie said it doesn’t change their research…
‘First Receiver’ Sticking Point for New Food Safety Rule
…Treacy said they have an issue with that as the ‘First Receiver’ can often change. “In our industry, that can change day-to-day,” he said. “You can get the same product today…
New EPA Administrator Michael Regan Confirmed by Senate
…solutions. NASDA looks forward to developing incentive and science-based policies with the Administrator to help agriculture and rural communities better adapt to climate change.” While Regan largely received bipartisan support,…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 03-15-21
…impacting consumers, organic pest control material making its way through the registration process and the COVID lockdown showed reaching climate neutrality maybe a ‘daunting task.’ Tune in to the show…
COVID Lockdown Proved Reaching Climate Neutrality Maybe a ‘Daunting Task’
…Department of Animal Science at U.C. Davis, Frank Mitloehner said the shut down was a climate experiment like no other. During the time of lock down, most industries and transportation…
President Biden Ready to Sign Latest COVID Relief Legislation
…economic and medical concerns – it also endeavors to change the agricultural sector for the better by redressing racial inequities in federal farm programs and increasing resilience in our food…
Edible Plants You Can Grow in Bog or Marshy Soil
…in a hot, sunny climate (like in hardiness zones 8-12), consider growing water spinach. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Edible Plants You Can Grow in…
FACA Expands Membership and Narrows Its Focus
…drive the conversation on how to make these incentives meaningful.” The Biden administration has outlined climate change as a priority issue and has been receptive to the efforts of FACA….
Partnership Looks to Enhance Organic Conservation Practices
…time as climate change—with intensified droughts, heat waves, and storms—creates new challenges for farmers and ranchers.” Participation in NRCS programs has historically been limited for the organic sector. While NRCS…
USDA Leadership Continues Taking Shape with Recent Appointments
…conservation programs, we will create new market opportunities and streams of income for farmers, ranchers and producers that address climate change and environmental challenges, strengthen local and regional food systems,…
American Farm Bureau Seeking CFAP Application Extension
…change in Administration, has created confusion for farmers and ranchers with respect to eligibility and the application process for the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program –Additional Assistance.” An additional $13 billion…