…for the U.S. Trade Representative, Darci Vetter, told Agriculture.com the negotiations “have a long way to go.” Noting that some issues don’t have an assigned approach yet by the administration,…
Agri View: Soybeans, Our Number One Crop
…wheat, you would see corn. It is also grown for many uses. But, it is a pleasant sight to see. You don’t likely pay much attention to soybeans. But when…
Lobbyist Suggest Cotton, Dairy Fixes in Disaster Bill
…into the farm bill.” Ag leaders in Congress have been seeking a fix to the cotton and dairy programs in the disaster bill because they don’t think they can find…
The Western View: Temperance Flattened?
…delta smelt has stopped them from releasing water from the delta when we needed it the most, during the drought. Let’s hope that they don’t decide that our water is…
Other Uses for Coffee Grounds in Your Garden
…lilies. Many vegetables like slightly acidic soil, but tomatoes typically don’t respond well to the addition of coffee grounds. Root crops, like radishes and carrots, on the other hand, respond…
Agri View: Healthy Eating
…recommended level. Five cups of anything seems like a lot of food for 2 meals. But, we are thinking about your health here. So, even if you don’t meet the…
Fertilize Your Garden with Coffee Grounds
…of using coffee grounds to fertilize your garden. So don’t throw them in the trash! Coffee grounds adds organic material to the soil, which improves drainage, water retention and aeration…
Few Moments Wasted as Thousands Make Memories at Cattle Industry Convention
…served as the organization’s treasurer. Elected chair of the NCBA Policy Division was Jerry Bohn (Kansas), while Don Schiefelbein (Minnesota) was elected vice chairman. Dawn Caldwell (Nebraska) was elected chair…
More Safety Tips for Super Bowl Food
…on This Land of Ours. No matter which way you slice it, dice it, bake it, grill it or fry it, don’t forget to keep your food safety playbook handy…
Agri View: Water Wars and the Supreme Court
…long time. A lot of folks don’t know this, but, the Rio Grande is one of the longest rivers in the United States. And, it supplies water to more than…
Commerce Secretary Ross: NAFTA Talks Far from Over
…“very little has been done on the hard issues,” including automotive trade and agriculture. Ross says President Trump could still choose to withdrawal from the agreement, saying a final renegotiated…
This Super Bowl the USDA Recommends a Winning Play Against BAC!
…and soap before cooking, but keep the wings dry. Play Defense Don’t cross contaminate. When you are shopping at the grocery store keep raw meat, poultry, eggs and seafood in…
Dairymen Petition for Emergency Hearing on Pricing
…the end of 2018, but I don’t think enough to turn things around, where you know, everybody would be profitable again,” said AcMoody. Listen to the interview below. …
CFBF Advocates for Reasonable Regulation
…$130 billion. The general fund also has significantly more stringent guidelines when it comes to spending as opposed to special funds. “Not to say that we don’t need special funds,…