…program from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. However, the National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) and the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) have expressed disappointment. IFPA emphasizes the positive impact the…
USDA Trade Mission Seeks New Ag Export Opportunities in India
…of Agriculture representatives, aiming to tap into India’s growing economy as the world’s fifth-largest. Taylor highlights India’s rising middle class, familiar with American food products, presenting an opportunity for U.S….
2024 Congressional Specialty Crop Caucus Formed
…said during a call with reporters. “To me, food security is national security. We need to think of it that way. We need to always be able to feed ourselves…
Food Prices Level for the Month
Image by Alexa from Pixabay Consumers last month were paying a lot more for shelter and gasoline, but not for food. Gary Crawford has more in today’s This Land of…
FARMER Act Introduced to Help Agriculture and Beyond
…developed country on their food, and they have better food and a better choice. Right. It’s national security. We don’t have to worry about food security, right?” Hoeven’s legislation is…
NMPF, IDFA Concerned with Final WIC Rule Reducing Access to Dairy
The dairy industry responds to a new WIC final rule. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) and the International Dairy Foods Association…
Almond Matters: Rotating Fungicides in Disease Management Programs
…for rotating fungicides in a well-managed program. After last year’s issues with scab, rust, Alternaria, and hull rot, preventative efforts will be particularly important. Another set of storm systems brought…
Climate Change and Farming
Photo by Harry Cunningham on Unsplash The Medical Society Consortium on Climate and Health (MSCCH) brought together health, climate and food security experts to discuss how to better support food…
Food Prices Halt Seven-Month Decline
…United Nations Food and Agricultural Organization’s Food Price Index was 118.3 points in March, up 1.3 points or 1.1 percent from its revised February level. The rise in prices was…
HPAI Infection Found in Ohio Dairy Cattle
…the livestock began showing clinical signs compatible with sick, lactating dairy cows in other states. USDA, Food and Drug Administration, the Centers for Disease Control, and state veterinary health officials…
Investments in Renewable Energy and Fertilizer Production
…economy and a strong U.S. supply chain,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a press release. “The investments announced today will expand access to renewable energy systems and domestic fertilizer,…
California Ag Leaders Back from South Korea Trade Mission
…“U.S. food and agricultural products are really recognized by South Korean consumers and importers for their reliability, their quality, and their sustainability as well. South Korean consumers really value food…
Optimism for the 2024 California Cotton Season
…by CCGGA. Those figures could change with the final field surveys from the California Department of Food and Agriculture. Planting intentions this season are in stark contrast to 2023, which…
Skills Needed in the Agricultural Workforce
…work-ready skills to fill open roles in the agri-food industry. AgCareers.com surveyed those employers to gain deeper insights into the skills they seek and identify the most significant skill gaps…