…a press release. “These investments are a critical component of President Biden’s Executive Order on competition and represent an important step forward in achieving a more diverse and secure food…
USDA Seeking Comments on Labeling Meat Derived from Animal Cells
The Department of Agriculture is seeking comments regarding the labeling of meat and poultry products made using cultured cells derived from animals. USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) published…
Farm Sector Profits Forecast to Increase in 2021
…partially offset higher cash receipts. The expected decrease is largely because of lower supplemental and disaster assistance for COVID-19 relief in 2021 compared to 2020. USDA predicts production expenses to…
September Chores for Getting the Garden Winter-Ready
…and give the grill a tune-up after heavy summer use. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. September Chores for Getting the Garden Winter-Ready Sponsored Content CIR…
Updates to Whole-Farm Revenue Protection to Benefit Organic Producers
…to provide more flexibility for producers and be more accessible beginning with the next crop year. “These improvements to the Whole-Farm Revenue Protection program will make it a better risk…
Helpful Tips for Preparing the Garden for the Cold Season Ahead
…tuned for more tips on how to prepare your garden for the cold season ahead. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here Preparing the Garden for the…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 09-02-21
…as September kicks off, considerations for corn silage feed when drought impacts production and federal support and spending being blamed more than market concentration for food inflation. Tune in to…
Breadfruit is Historically Significant Fruit with Many Uses
…little like a potato. Breadfruit can be found growing worldwide, used for food, medicine, boat building, and to prevent erosion of hillsides. All parts of the tree are used, and…
Organic and Specialty Crop Insurance Purchases Increase Substantially
…play a pivotal role in providing fresh, local and healthful food and fiber to our nation.” Recent reports from RMA detail some of the enhancements made for insurance options for…
Specialty Crop Multi-State Program to Award $10 Million in Funding
…to state departments of agriculture to help support collaborative, multi-state projects that address issues of food safety, pests and disease, research, and marketing and promotion for specialty crops. “This program…
Runner Beans are a Colorful Climbing Edible Perennial Plant
…want to try include Scarlet Emperor, Scarlet Runner, Sunset Runner Beans, and Black Coat. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Runner Beans are a Colorful Climbing…
Western House Members Ask for FEMA Disaster Declaration
…drought could have long-term impacts on our food supply, wildlife, and the livelihoods of Americans across the Western U.S.” NBC News says the letter supports a similar request this month…
National Awareness Increases on Ag’s Role in Mitigating Effects of Climate Change
The damage caused by recent ecological disasters has helped highlight agriculture’s role in mitigating the effects of climate change. California Department of Food and Agriculture Secretary Karen Ross pointed out…
Fiddle-Leaf Figs are an Evergreen Ornamental “In” Plant to Have
…Fiddle-leaf figs release a latex that can be irritating to the skin. Wear gloves when working with this plant. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Fiddle-Leaf…