…expenses, crop protection chemicals still maintain a strong performance in 2017, with herbicides and seed protection products showing the strongest growth. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Plant-Based Foods Retail Sector Growing
…to enforce labeling requirements for dairy products, meaning the plant-based industry may face a wave of label and product name changes. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Fish and Chicken Top Sources of Foodborne Viruses
…outbreaks, overall. The CDC says the report highlights the continued need for food safety improvements targeting worker health and hygiene in food service settings. From the National Association of Farm…
Agri View: Farm Share Continues to Decline
…decline in today’s Agri View. Farm Share Continues to Decline Divide the dollar you spend on food that is produced in this country and farmers share would be less than…
California has a ‘New’ Food Expo
…called California Thursdays, that has significantly increased the demand for local, California grown products, and so there is a real chance to host school nutrition directors which would love to…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 07-31-18
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Trade Aid for Farmers Could Start Late September
…on Chinese goods. However, Perdue cautioned: “Obviously this is not going to make farmers whole.” Checks will go out to farmers “as soon as they prove their yields,” according to…
U.S. Chamber: Trade Aid for All Could Cost $39 Billion
…the pain of the trade war. Farmers and ranchers in unison have told the Trump administration they want trade, not aid. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
NAFTA Renegotiation Showing Signs of Progress
…dairy supply management system, a goal for the U.S. as part of the negotiations, remains “unacceptable,” according to trade officials from Canada. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News…
Letter Urges Trump to Rejoin TPP
…China, that is expected to cost farmers and ranchers $11 billion. In a corresponding letter, the group said “we must join them,” referring to nations that are “not waiting for…
NCGA Seeking Good Steward Nominations
…farm of demonstrating the economic and conservation value of soil management.” This year anyone can nominate a candidate for recognition if they are a corn grower member of the association….
USDA Opens Election Period for Seed Cotton Program
…for all covered commodities on the farm. An increase in total base acres on the farm is not allowed. For farms without planted or considered planted history of covered commodities,…
Record-Breaking Heat Streak Hurting Crops
…Valley. “Yes, I am starting to see them now,” Farm Manager Sal Parra said. “From last week to this week, I am starting to see plants go down quick.” Temperatures…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 07-30-18
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