…to the deal and its got everyone puzzled.” Chrystia Freeland, Canada’s Foreign Minister, left Washington last Thursday with no deal in place. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Multiple Agencies Collaborate to Address HLB
…type of project, that we can refer them to that other agency,” said Schulz. The agencies are on a course for better communication and a more collaborative spirit between the…
Bayer Files Appeal to California Glyphosate Ruling
…of the pending lawsuits. Bayer now faces 8,700 plaintiffs in the U.S. alone, a number the company expects will only get larger. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Farm City Newsday Monday, 09-24-18
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Foreign Market Development Faces Funding Gap
…issued new allocations of funds in November. However, the agency can’t provide more money until Congress acts on a new farm bill. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Rabobank: Global Poultry Prices Under Pressure
…Overseas, Rabobank says local poultry industries in Asia, Africa, and Europe are all enjoying profitable margins thanks to balanced supply and demand. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
USDA Adds Shelled Almonds and Fresh Sweet Cherry to Market Facilitation Program
…completed at a local FSA office or submitted electronically either by scanning, emailing, or faxing. To locate or contact your local FSA office, visit www.farmers.gov. Source: USDA Farm Service Agency…
Canada Farmers Say Dairy Not a Bargaining Chip in Negotiations
…in the NAFTA negotiations. We have articulated clearly that the support means no access will be given to the Canadian dairy market.” Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
USDA Secretary Working to Empower Local School Leaders and Improve the School Meal Programs
…encourages local feedback and seeks to provide the tools and flexibilities school meal programs need to improve customer service. USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service administers 15 nutrition assistance programs. In…
India – U.S. Closing In On Trade Agreement
…to the United States to “start doing a trade deal.” However, he didn’t provide a lot of specifics about the potential agreement. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Farm City Newsday Friday, 09-21-18
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Bayer Says Dicamba Decision Likely Coming Soon
…in 2018. Bayer estimates dicamba-tolerant crops covered 50 million acres this year and predicts that number will only get larger in 2019. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Growth Energy Welcomes Congressional Support for Year-Round E15
…support the Renewable Fuels Standard. The letter also calls for the agency to “put an end” to the secretive refinery waivers that have “hurt farmers and the growth of ethanol.”…
Industry Groups Encourage Participation in On-Farm Readiness Reviews
The first in a series of On-Farm Readiness Reviews recently took place, facilitated by an agreement between the Western Agricultural Processors Association (WAPA) and the California Department of Food and…