…program. USDA Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Bill Northey announced an administrative clarification nationwide to the Livestock Indemnity Program. In the event of disease, this change by USDA’s…
Harvest Begins as Extent of Blueberry Damage Remains Unknown
…was damaged but to what extent we just still don’t know yet.” Of all California blueberry production, its estimated that early varieties only represent between eight and 12 percent of…
Farmers and Ranchers: Time Running Out to Complete the 2017 Census of Agriculture
NASS conducting phone and in-person follow-up The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is reminding farmers and ranchers that the window is closing on the opportunity…
New Water Sensing Technology Coming to Almond Orchards
…Vice President of Crop Nutrition for Yara International Terje Knutsen said, “driving again that profitability for the farmer in a sustainable way.” The on-leaf sensor collects information from magnetic leaf…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 04-24-18
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Starting Your Own Beekeeping Operation
…honey and beeswax production and commercial crop pollination. Honey production depends on the availability of nectar producing plants. Remember to protect your bees from chemicals as much as possible. Find…
Rabobank: Challenges Ahead for U.S. Global Pork Trade
…successfully renegotiating the North American Free Trade Agreement, as 40 percent of all U.S. pork exports go to Mexico and Canada. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
CA Judge Says Glyphosate Can Be Listed Under Prop 65
…carcinogenic.” California subsequently issued the notice of intent to list glyphosate as a Proposition 65 chemical based on the IARC finding. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Treasury Secretary Optimistic on Settling Trade Dispute
…officials, saying “we’re cautiously optimistic.” The Treasury Secretary says he may soon travel to Beijing for further talks with Chinese officials. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Mexico/European Union Reach Trade Deal
…says Juncker. The deal marks a move by Mexico to lessen its reliance on the U.S. as its main trading partner. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Comprehensive New NAFTA Coming Soon
…December holidays on December 13. Mexico’s own legislative session ends on August 31 and any renegotiated deal would have to be passed before then. From the National Association of Farm…
Agri View: Avian Flu Detection
…of poultry production, avian flu is the two most dreaded words a poultry farmer can hear. Avian flu is transported to commercial flocks by migratory birds. And, once a commercial…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 04-23-18
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Rural Mainstreet Index Hurt by Trade Concerns
The Rural Mainstreet Index, which measures the economic outlook in rural America, was hit hard by rural bankers who expressed concerns about trade tensions and their effect on the farm…