…U.S. sectors that use steel and aluminum. The coalition says the tariffs pose risks to U.S. consumers, exports and economic growth. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Trump Considering Trade Protection Measures Against China
…U.S. and American goods exported to China last year reached $375.2 billion, an eight percent jump from $347 billion in 2016. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Ethanol Industry Workers, Veterans Ask Trump To Support RFS
…production. “After four straight years of declining agricultural income, your steadfast support of homegrown biofuels has been a lifeline for the farm economy, and we are deeply grateful to you…
Almond Matters: California Weather Increasing Importance of Fungicides
…Valent Field Market Development Representative Tino Lopez said, “being on top of it to control disease is paramount.” The vast amount of agricultural production that takes place in California also…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 03-07-18
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Taylor Hillman. Snowpack totals make a huge jump in just over a week yet are still well below…
Agri View: Meat Prices Increasing
…roast, does not begin with the growers profit. It is there. But the true cost is based on where the cost of production begins, and where it ends. You know,…
Former Ag Secretary to Run for Senate Seat
…hold a special election in November for Cochran’s Senate seat, along with a normal election for the state’s other Senate seat. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Trump Tells Canada he wants “Fair” NAFTA Deal
…to Twitter earlier this week, Trump said the tariffs would “come off” if a new and fair NAFTA agreement is signed, adding that Canada must also “treat our farmers much…
AEM’s Slater: Trump Tariffs Won’t Help U.S. Manufacturers ‘Win’ Again
…production, the best way would be to invest in our infrastructure system, and focus on further streamlining regulations.” The industry’s reaction was featured by multiple media outlets including the Wall…
USDA Offers Renewal Options for Expiring Conservation Stewardship Contracts
…buffer strips, and pollinator and beneficial insect habitat – all while maintaining active agriculture production on their land. CSP also encourages the adoption of cutting-edge technologies and new management techniques…
New Study: RIN Price Cap for E15 RVP Waiver “Deal” Would Cut Ethanol Consumption and Trounce Corn Prices
…for biofuels; the other is intended to reduce demand. The net result would be an effective cut to the RFS, lower ethanol production, lower corn prices, and higher consumer gasoline…
CFBF: Requiring Workers Return to Home Country Not an Option
The California Farm Bureau Federation took two employers and their employees to Washington D.C. to express to congressional leaders that the current immigration reform being discussed isn’t going to work…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 03-06-18
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Taylor Hillman. Reaction continues from the court decision that will end any public or private pesticide treatments done…
Monsanto Faces Cancer Claims in California Court
…a connection between cancer and Roundup, but whether the claim has been tested, published, and widely accepted by the scientific community. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….