…200,000 laying hens to reduce further infection. An estimated 27,000 birds died in the first weeks’ European states confirmed the infections. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Vilsack Disappointed in China Biotech Approval Delays
…Committee meeting next month and expects the remaining eight biotech traits will be reviewed based on science and risk, and approved. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Obama Administration Finishing Many Regulations
…of Land Management’s major rule on leases for wind and solar projects on federal land is expected before Obama leaves office. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
China: Potential Trade War Not a ‘One-Way Street’
…the consequences of unilateral action and accelerate efforts to secure an Asia-wide trade pact that does not include the United States. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
CDFA SWEEP Program Awards 167 Projects
…Environmental Farming Act of 1995. The Act mandates that the Department establish and oversee an Environmental Farming Program to provide incentives to farmers whose practices promote the well-being of ecosystems…
Adoption of Genetically Engineered Alfalfa, Canola, and Sugarbeets in the United States
…were also relatively high in Washington and Colorado. ARMS data from 2013 suggest that farmers who planted GE HT alfalfa had higher yields than farmers who planted conventional seeds. On…
Optimizing Oats for Use as Dairy Forage
…cattle to graze them through late November or harvest the crop in early November for later use. The strategy allows production of an additional forage crop before winter. The oats…
National Organic Standards Board Meeting
…through AMS. The board recommends whether substances should be allowed or prohibited in organic production or handling, assists in developing standards for substances to be used in organic production, and…
Wisconsin Farm Family Delivers White House Christmas Tree to First Lady
The farm family who are the winners of the National Christmas Tree Association Grand Champion tree contest have just delivered to First Lady Michelle Obama what will soon be the…
Farm City Newsday Podcast for November 28
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Sabrina Hill. To listen or subscribe [display_podcast] Subscribe in a reader…
Central Valley Supports Food Supply Chains
…LINC partnerships will help community leaders and private philanthropic partners develop regional food supply chains that drive job growth and increase farm income while helping to meet consumer demand for…
Agri View: Farm Income Outlook
Everett Griner talks about the farm income outlook in today’s Agri View. Farm Income Outlook I’ve got several farm outlook reports this year indicating that 2016 would be a good…
Almond Board: A Thanksgiving Message
…While compliance is still a crucial part of its activities, the Board now engages in production, nutrition and market research, advertising and promotion in domestic and international markets, quality control…
Farm City Newsday Podcast for November 23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Sabrina Hill. To listen or subscribe [display_podcast] Subscribe in a reader…