…export market development organization for the U.S. wheat industry with funding from 17 state wheat commissions and USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Report Shows Uncertainty Harming Farmers
Trade and regulatory uncertainty is hampering U.S. Farmers. The Global Harvest Initiative released its 2017 GAP reports or Global Productivity Report. The report shows that for the fourth straight year,…
TPP Members Nearing Agreement
…is finalized, allowing TPP to move forward, trade experts expect the deal won’t be in place for at least another year. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
NAFTA Talks Reach Standstill
…out a deal while acknowledging that strong differences remain. The next round of talks is scheduled for November 17th in Mexico. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Agri View: Electronic Technology
Everett Griner talks about electronic technology and farm computer use rising in today’s Agri View. Electronic Technology…
Housing Support Fund for Ag Workers Displaced by Fires
With firefighters gaining control of fires throughout Sonoma County, the Grape Growers Foundation (SCGGF) announced it is partnering with the Sonoma County Farm Bureau to establish a housing recovery fund…
USDA Helps Small Businesses Develop New Agricultural Products, Technology
…– biology; animal production and protection; air, water, and soils; food science and nutrition; rural and community development; aquaculture; biofuels and biobased products; small and mid-size farms; and plant production…
California Labor Shortages Detailed in Survey
Results from the survey conducted by the California Farm Bureau Federation confirm that labor shortages are continuing to hinder farming and ranching operations throughout the state. The information collected earlier…
AFBF Backs Timely Reg Review of Food Production Tools
…production methods will help foster public confidence, provide our farmers and ranchers tools that enhance their productivity and respect the diversity of our nation’s crops and cropping systems.” Duvall’s comments…
Farm City Wednesday, 10-18-17
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Sabrina Hill….
‘Beef. It’s What’s for Dinner’ Once Again
…and was officially launched October 9 with a new website and online-only advertisements highlighting the updated technology used in beef production. Traditional means of advertising have not been extremely successful…
Call to Action at CAPCA Conference
…Guardians of the Green, highlighting the role of licensed pest control advisers in continuing the success of California agriculture. California Farm Bureau Federation President Paul Wenger spoke on the challenges…
No “Skull and Crossbones” for GMO Apple Labels
…product will be the first significant test of a GMO whose modification is meant to appeal to consumers, rather than help farmers increase production. The company plans to sell the…
EPA Ending “Sue and Settle”
…says these cases resulted in settlement agreements and EPA publishing more than 100 new regulations, including the recent Clean Power Plan. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….