USDA APHIS released their final rules for the Importation of Fresh Beef from Northern Argentina and a Region in Brazil. With this step by the Administration, these areas with a…
U.S. Wheat Growers See TPA as First Step to Increased Export Opportunity
…Washtucna, Wash. “It is now up to the Administration to use that authority to negotiate new wheat market access commitments in the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and future trade agreements.” “Putting…
House Water Bill Introduction Praised
…a solution to improve our collective water supply. We applaud local efforts being made by the federal agencies, but we need long-term water policy that provides a reliable water supply…
Almond Board of California Announce $2.5 M Towards Water Efficiency, Bee and Farming Research
…Board of California is a non-‐profit organization that administers a grower-‐enacted Federal Marketing Order under the supervision of the United States Department of Agriculture. For more information on the Almond…
New Support for Producers Affected by Drought
…the state and federal governments –work together to meet this challenge. That is why the California state administration is pleased with today’s announcement, and looks forward to continuing to work…
Allergen-Free Peanuts Lead USDA Report Highlighting New Innovations in Ag
…and studies have found every dollar invested in agricultural research returns $20 to our economy,” said Secretary Vilsack. “USDA is now accelerating the commercialization of federal research, and government researchers…
National Advisory Committee on Microbiological Criteria for Foods
…(Food Safety and Inspection Service), the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (Food and Drug Administration and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), the Department of Commerce (National Marine…
USDA Updates Department Policy for Climate Change Adaptation
…consistent with the 2014-2018 USDA Strategic Plan and with guidance from the Council on Environmental Quality and the Federal Council on Climate Change Preparedness and Resilience. The regulation can be…
USDA Seeks Applications for Loans and Grants to Support Rural Economic Development
…is available in loans and grants. Details about how to apply for this are on page 35299 of the June 19 Federal Register. Application forms may be obtained from any…
Trade Promotion Authority Passes House
…act swiftly in sending this legislation to the President’s desk. Trade Promotion Authority was enacted in 1974 to build the framework for the Administration to negotiate trade agreements that support…
Citrus Industry This Week: FCC Chair Opposes Federal Program; Fruit Drop Survey
Today’s issue of Citrus Industry This Week from Florida includes an opinion from Florida Citrus Commission Chair Marty McKenna on a federal program as well as a new fruit drop…
New Report Shows U.S. Biobased Products Industry Contributes $369 Billion
…changes under the 2014 Farm Bill that will create additional opportunities for growth in renewable plant-based materials, supporting the Obama administration’s efforts to develop a new, rural economy and promote…
Federal Spending Bill Includes Important Provisions for Producers
…how federal dollars are spent for the departments of Interior, Environmental Protection Agency, and related agencies during fiscal year 2016. The bill included language that would help provide relief from…
Celebrate National Pollinator Week this Friday at USDA
…sixth annual Pollinator Festival outside USDA Headquarters along 12th Street in Washington, DC. More than 14 USDA agencies, other federal departments and partners will celebrate the significance of pollinators. Pollinators…