…the case with the 2013 award, which went to the Robert Giacomini Dairy. We feature the Giacomini family in a video you may view by clicking HERE. The Leopold Conservation…
New Dairy Margin Insurance Program Ready by Sept. 1st?
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack Agriculture Secretary Vilsack is confident the new Dairy Margin Insurance program will be ready by September 1st. Dairy Margin Insurance Program…
Ag Sec. Vilsack Announces Continued Progress on 2014 Farm Bill Implementation
…April 15, 2014. Dairy Forward Pricing Program: Final rule published on March 21, 2014, that re-established the Dairy Forward Pricing Program. County and Regional Loan Rates: County and regional loan…
Ag Secretary Vilsack Announces New Report on Scientific Breakthroughs from USDA in 2013
…been distributed to more than 100 processors in the United States and should help the dairy industry realize its goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 25 percent per gallon…
USDA Helps Open and Expand Export Markets for U.S. Agriculture through 2014 Farm Bill Programs
…Synergistic Hawaii Agriculture Council $388,412 The Popcorn Board $369,806 U.S. Apple Export Council $712,727 U.S. Dairy Export Council $4,084,503 U.S. Dry Bean Council $1,147,741 U.S. Grains Council $6,731,882 U.S. Hide,…
Antique Farm Equipment Show April 25-27
…on antique dairy equipment this year. Hundreds of antique trucks, tractors and equipment will be on display, along with entertainment, demonstrations and fun for the whole family. Antique Farm Equipment…
California Dairies Already Water Efficient
…down the state are finding ways to cut water use to deal with the drought, dairies don’t have that option. Dairy Water Use Go to the CDQAP Website for help….
USDA Officially Announces Sign-Up Date for Farmer and Rancher Disaster Assistance Programs
…weather. Eligible livestock includes beef cattle, dairy cattle, bison, poultry, sheep, swine, horses, and other livestock as determined by the Secretary. LFP provides compensation to eligible livestock producers that have…
Ag Secretary Vilsack Announces Progress on 2014 Farm Bill Implementation
…(4) Non-Insured Crop Disaster Assistance Program; and (5) Sugar. Dairy Forward Pricing Program: Final rule published on March 21, 2014, that re-established the Dairy Forward Pricing Program. TITLE II –…
Drought Could Affect Food Prices This Year and Next
…mainly in response to international demand that has kept California milk supplies tight. Leslie “Bees” Butler, a University of California dairy economist, says higher prices may limit any record-breaking volumes…
California Ag Day at the Capital
…to have exhibits at the event. Last year’s exhibitors included California Women for Agriculture, FFA, 4H, California Dairy and many others. For more on this year’s event, please CLICK HERE….
Red Meat and Poultry Production Lowered
Randall Weiseman The latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report was released this week, and when it comes to the Livestock, Poultry, and Dairy section, the 2014 forecast of…
USDA Announces Support for Smarter Lunchrooms
…new meal nutrition standards, serving meals with more whole grains, fruits, vegetables, lean protein and low-fat dairy, and less sodium and fat. These new grants provide support to schools to…
Future of FFA Uncertain
…a large dairy area, but he grew up around the dairy industry and his family’s business, Merced Dairy Supply. He explains why he supports agriculture education. Future of FFA Uncertain…