By belchonock/DepositPhotos image A proposed provision in the House Farm Bill is generating discussion among agricultural organizations, school nutrition professionals and food policy advocates. The measure would limit schools’ ability to…
USDA Launches Action Plan to Support Small Meat Processors
…USDA Undersecretary for Food Safety Mindy Brashears said the agency recognized that smaller processors often face different needs than larger facilities and that the new plan is intended to provide…
American Farm Bureau’s Bailey Corwine on Farm Policy, Mental Health, Leadership, and Agriculture’s Future
…process ensures that Farm Bureau’s advocacy efforts in Washington, D.C., reflect the priorities of farmers and ranchers rather than top-down directives. Farm Bill and Year-Round E15 Remain Top Priorities Among…
American Farm Bureau Highlights Advocacy, Mental Health, and Convention Planning
…explained that Farm Bureau continues advocating for passage of a new Farm Bill, year-round E15 access, and improvements to labor programs. These issues remain top priorities for farmers facing a…
From Threshers to Tractors: The Origins of Massey-Harris
The Early Roots of a Farm Equipment Giant The history of modern agricultural machinery is filled with innovators who transformed farming from labor-intensive work into a more efficient and productive…
Senator Schiff Pushes for Expanded Support for Specialty Crop Growers
…threats and long-term production challenges. Specialty Crop Growers Remain a Focus During Farm Bill Discussions Beyond current USDA programs, Schiff has also introduced six bills aimed at expanding support and…
Texas Battles the Return of the New World Screwworm: Texas Farm Bureau’s Gary Joiner Shares the Latest with the Ag Meter Nick Papagni
…owners, and consumers across the country. To separate fact from fiction, “the Ag Meter” Nick Papagni sat down with Gary Joiner, Director of Communications for the Texas Farm Bureau, for…
Texas Farm Bureau Discusses New World Screwworm Response and Livestock Protection Efforts
…are helping contain the threat and protect animal health. On today’s episode of AgNet News Hour, Texas Farm Bureau Director of Communications Gary Joiner provided an update on the latest…
Windmills and American Agriculture: Powering Farms Across Generations
The Windmill’s Enduring Role in American Agriculture For centuries, windmills have played a vital role in agricultural production around the world. Long before electricity reached rural communities, farmers relied on…
Smoke Summit Highlights New Research and Tools for Wine Grape Growers
…Research Service (ARS), Oregon State University and Washington State University presented new findings related to smoke impacts on wine grapes. The presentations covered a range of topics, including how smoke…
Senate Agriculture Leaders Signal Progress on Long-Awaited Farm Bill
…“Farm Bill 2.0,” a proposal designed to modernize farm policy while incorporating priorities from producers and agricultural stakeholders. “To update farm policies on Farm Bill 2.0, I look forward to…
FFA Surpasses One Million Members: Kristy Meyer Shares Why the Future of Agriculture Is Bright
…projects Career exploration Hands-on learning experiences Professional networking opportunities Even students who do not come from farming backgrounds can find tremendous value through FFA participation. The Power of Service and…
FFA Prepares Next Generation of Agricultural Leaders Ahead of National Convention
…in leadership workshops, competitions, career exploration activities, and service projects. Meyer said one of the organization’s greatest strengths is its ability to prepare students for careers both inside and outside…
How Rural Electrification Changed American Agriculture Forever
…to farm productivity and economic development. Daily Farm Life Without Electricity Before rural electrification became widespread, farm families depended on manual labor for countless daily tasks. Dairy farmers milked cows…