…SB 1 seeks to uphold specific federal policy as it pertains to water. “SB 1 is bad for farmworkers, farmers, and communities throughout the state of California. Our environmental laws…
Improved Debt Relief Now Available to American Farmers
American farmers and ranchers will be able to obtain debt relief a bit easier now that President Donald Trump has signed the Family Farmer Relief Act of 2019. The bipartisan…
UC Researchers Looking for Targeted Grazers
Cooperative Extension personnel are working to compile a comprehensive list of ranchers who do targeted grazing. Livestock and Range Management Advisor in Sonoma County, Stephanie Larson has been reaching out…
Making Headway on Implementation of Farm Programs
…that the county offices are using for MFP is continually being updated to try to address these issues.” Farmers that may have been unsuccessful or experienced problems while attempting to…
Potential Reasons for Slow Down in Overall H-2A Needs
U.S. farmers and ranchers rely on hired help to keep up with each growing season. Data from the U.S. Department of Labor accounted for a 29 percent increase in the…
Call For Investigation into Cattle Markets
…fire’s impact to industry. I have spent this summer visiting with cattle ranchers across the country, and I know this is a difficult time for the industry as a whole….
Potato Industry Thanks Secretary Perdue for Supporting Exports to Mexico
…country,” the letter states. “Providing enhanced access for Mexican avocado farmers absent a reciprocal benefit to U.S. potato producers would be a missed opportunity.” A decision from the USDA regarding…
EPA Considering More Hemp Pesticides
…will bring hemp farmers and researchers increased regulatory clarity in time for next growing season — something they have asked for since the passage of the 2018 Farm Bill and…
Environmental Groups Sue Over Changes to Endangered Species Act
…ease the burden on farmers and ranchers who want to help species recover.” The final rules also relax some of the protections related to habitats. Lands that are designated as…
An ARS Focus on the Northern Plains: Finding New Ways to Beef Up Our Cattle
…his colleagues at the Rangeland Resources and Systems Research Unit in Cheyenne, Wyoming and in Fort Collins, have been searching for new ways to help ranchers address the problem. They…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 08-26-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering AFBF encouraging farmers to show their support for the…
Energy Efficiency Investments to Assist Farmers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will be awarding grants for projects to reduce energy costs for farmers, ag producers, as well as rural-based businesses and institutions. A total of…
Ag Groups Celebrate Trade Agreement with Japan
…playing field with our competitors. I thank President Trump and Ambassador Lighthizer for their constant support of America’s farmers and ranchers and their hard work negotiating better trade deals around…
Another China Tariff Announcement Signals More Trouble
…export markets farmers and ranchers depend on. We need substantive trade agreements that ensure American agriculture can provide an abundant and safe food supply for the world’s growing population.” Source:…