…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…
Week in Review: Water Allocations Increase & Legitimacy Questions for Indoor Heat Rule
…over allegations of misuse of USDA’s Farm and Food Worker Relief Grant Program. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter and receive all the latest farm news in your inbox every week….
New Liaisons to Ensure Compliance with the Federal Seed Act
As part of an overall effort to improve transparency in the food supply chain, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is launching the Farmer Seed Liaison Initiative. The purpose of…
AccuWeather Predicts a Risky Hurricane Season
…systems to rapidly intensify into powerful hurricanes. Sea-surface temps are well above historical averages across much of the Atlantic basin. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours program here….
‘Product of USA’ Rules Draws Ire from Other Countries
…in the United States to bear the label. The ministry contends that this measure may lead to food chain disruptions and increased costs for both Mexican producers and U.S. consumers….