…while eliminating unnecessary regulatory burdens. Other recommendations included sustaining USDA Rural Development Programs, as well as reforming the Farm Credit System. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
USDA: No Consolidation in Cow-Calf Operations for Five Years
…on farms. Each farm family can more effectively manage larger herds and flocks. Back in 1987, the average beef cow herd was 89 cows. Also back then, the midpoint dairy…
Cargill Installs Controlled Atmosphere “Stunning” System in Canada Operation
…to do.” Cargill says it’s made more than $900 million in investments to its North American protein business in recent years. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Conaway Says Democrats Wrong to Oppose SNAP Changes
…the poverty level, or they decide not to work at least 20 hours a week or enroll in a training program. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
USDA Expands Focus on Program Integrity Across All Nutrition Programs
As part of Agriculture Secretary Perdue’s strategic goal of ensuring that our programs are delivered efficiently, effectively and with integrity, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 03-29-18
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Taylor Hillman….
Lighthizer Hopeful of New NAFTA Deal
…Bureau Federation reported there was much work left to be done on market access, referring to the U.S.-Canada dairy trade issue. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
KORUS Agreement a Relief to Agriculture
…U.S. and allow more imports of U.S. autos. The U.S. agreed to exempt South Korea from Trump’s steel and aluminum tariffs. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Global Crop Protection Groups Announce Data Transparency
…supports a “continuing conversation” with the public on safety issues and the “continued transparency” of pesticide safety data around the world. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Secretary Perdue Issues USDA Statement on Plant Breeding Innovation
…plant traits more quickly and precisely, potentially saving years or even decades in bringing needed new varieties to farmers. “With this approach, USDA seeks to allow innovation when there is…
Farmers for America – a Movie About the Present and the Future
…it poses some essential questions. Who will our farmers be? How can we support new and beginning farmers? It was an honor to meet Graham and two California farmers in…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 03-28-18
…Farm City Newsday, hosted by Taylor Hillman. Several California crops were named by China to be targeted in trade retaliation the lack of Farm Bill progress is frustrating some leaders….
Almond Matters: Celebrating Women in Agriculture
…rise of women in leadership roles within companies, or within their own family farm.” Holtermann grew up farming almonds with her father and uncle while also participating in several agricultural…
Trade Coalition Launches Effort Against U.S. Tariffs
…market access” for U.S. farmers. The coalition was originally formed to protect agriculture’s interest in the North American Free Trade Agreement. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….