Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Brian German. Today’s show contains reports on farmers making preparations to comply with the ag burning ban, efforts…
Grants Awarded to Strengthen Local and Regional Markets for U.S. Ag Products
…economy is our creativity and resilience. Whether it’s a farmers market in Lansing or a food business in Kalamazoo, local and regional food systems expand economic opportunities for farmers and…
Proposed Water Rule a Return to “Overreach”
…returning to an “overly complicated” interim water rule. Duvall says, “Overreaching regulations create major permit backlogs for the federal government and result in long delays for farmers and ranchers working…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 11-22-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Brian German. Today’s show features an in-depth conversation about the logistical challenges farmers and ranchers are facing, along…
House Passes Build Back Better Act
…making critical investments to help us combat climate change. Especially in partnership with our farmers, ranchers, foresters, and rural communities. I’m fully committed to passing the Build Back Better Act…
Bonnie Confirmed as USDA Undersecretary
…comes to working with a variety of stakeholders and overseeing important USDA agencies. Bonnie’s experience, bipartisanship commitment, and ongoing work with farmers, ranchers, and conservationists are reasons the NCGA says…
VofV: Organic Farming – Selling Health, Well-Being and Lifestyle
…She also reveals how to identify opportunities to expand, change the mindset of both consumers and farmers, and how to meet your triple bottom line (profit, people and the planet)….
California to Receive More Than $5.5 Million for Conservation Projects
…boost soil health. “Farmers, ranchers and forest landowners play a crucial role in charting the course towards a climate-smart future,” said Carlos Suarez, NRCS State Conservationist in California. “On-Farm Trials…
Infrastructure Legislation Signed by President Biden
…time when supply chains are being severely challenged. This investment will also create jobs in rural America where they are urgently needed.” Of particular interest to farmers and ranchers in…
Senators Announce Plan to Improve Cattle Market Fairness
…of state and national organizations, including the American Farm Bureau, the National Farmers Union, and many others. The National Association of Farm Broadcasting and the American Farm Bureau Federation contributed…
State Officials Abandon Voluntary Agreement Discussions
…supply for farmers and how that water is going to be used to benefit the environment because it’s difficult to tell at this point.” About the Author Brian German Facebook…
California Receives Significant Specialty Crop Investment
…(SCBGP) to support U.S. farmers growing fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, and nursery crops. Of the total funding support being provided, California has received $54.5 million for SCBGP projects in 2021….
Supply Chain Holes Will Take Time to Fill
Supply chain issues are challenging the agricultural sector, and farmers and ranchers hoping for quick solutions may be out of luck. The Associated Press reports a significant backlog of ships…
Passage of Infrastructure Investment Bill Largely Supported by Ag
…by a vote of 69 to 30. The bipartisan infrastructure package will address multiple areas of need for farmers, ranchers, and rural communities. Several agricultural groups have issued messages of…