…new way in which the oversupply has been affecting day-to-day operations in the U.S. farm sector. Reuters says that farmers who rely on CBOT futures are beginning to lose faith…
Lobbyist Suggest Cotton, Dairy Fixes in Disaster Bill
…Agriculture Committee Chair Mike Conaway earlier this week said fixes for cotton and dairy should be part of any must-pass legislation. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
DPR Takes Action Against Stores Supplying Cannabis Growers for Violation of Pesticide Laws
…to federal laws, no pesticides are currently registered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency specifically for use on cannabis. Information about legal ways to control pests in California can be…
The Western View: Temperance Flattened?
…Governor and serve at his pleasure. They are supposed to consider all viewpoints when making their decisions. In the past, they seem to favor fish over farm and food; the…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 02-07-18
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Taylor Hillman. Del Monte buys Mann Packing out of Salinas and fire recovery needs make retirement short-lived for…
Turkey Growers Seeking to Close Gap with Consumers
…farming is both practical and sustainable, and the answers to their questions are all common-sense.” The videos are available at AmericasTurkeyFarmers.org. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Perdue Applauds Trump’s USDA Rural Utility Services Administrator Selection
…act quickly in confirming other pending nominations to USDA, including the nomination of Iowa’s Bill Northey to a top USDA post. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
New U.K. Trade Commissioner to Focus on North America
…is ready. Meanwhile, in 2014, the U.K. was reported to rely on the EU for 27 percent of its food imports. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
January Ag Economy Barometer Results
…is 100 for the survey. So, a score below 100 indicates negative sentiment, while a score above 100 indicates positive sentiment. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Rural Mainstreet Index Declines
…say they are concerned about trade, specifically the North American Free Trade Agreement, and the continued low commodity prices impacting farmers. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
AFIA Calls FDA to Streamline Animal Feed Regulations
…or do nothing to enhance the safety of America’s animal food supply at the great expense of small and large animal food manufacturers. AFIA submitted formal comments to the agency…
Plant Biostimulants Looking for Federal Definition
…There’s a lot of benefits, there’s just no agreed-upon definition at this moment,” said Beaudreau. Those in the industry are hopeful that the upcoming Farm Bill will provide the necessary…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 02-06-18
…Farm City Newsday, hosted by Taylor Hillman. House Agriculture Committee Chair Mike Conaway told AgNet West that a fight may be brewing over crop insurance in the new farm bill….
Farmers National Company Reports Increase in Land Listings, Price
…less available funds for farmers to purchase land. Farmers National Company is proclaimed as the nation’s leading agricultural landowner services company. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….