…each released their plans, Wednesday, for the farm bill. During a special forum with Farm Broadcasters, House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson (PA-15), said he plans to mark-up…
Fruit Fly Threat Receiving State and Federal Attention
…producing fresh fruits and vegetables, which can hurt both producers and consumers,” USDA APHIS Deputy Administrator for the Plant Protection and Quarantine program, Mark Davidson said in a press release….
New NCBA President Says Death Tax, Farm Bill Important for 2024
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) has a new president. Wyoming rancher Mark Eisele was handed the gavel during the 2024 Cattle Industry Convention, held last week in Orlando, Florida….
Conservation Reserve Program Pays Over $1.77 Billion
Blue Vane trap in Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) field Credit: Mark Vandever. Public domain. Nearly $2 Billion is given out for conservation efforts. That’s coming up on This Land of…
Grant Applications for Proactive IPM Solutions Program Due October 11
…of Extension in Biological Control at UC, Riverside, Mark Hoddle said in a statement. “This is something every Californian benefits from.” The program aims to predict the potential arrival and…
Pistachio Production Poised for Significant Gains in Coming Years
…effective plans to market each year’s harvest. Backed by the support of our industry, APG is uniquely positioned in the domestic and international markets to help sustain the economic viability…
Farm Bureau Shines Innovation Spotlight on Ag
…They are: anu, Indiana. Team lead: Scott Massey Appanoose Manufactured Products, Iowa. Team lead: Mark Mendick Barn Owl Precision Agriculture, Colorado. Team lead: Sarah Hinkley Idem Irrigation, Nebraska. Team lead:…
Turkey Production Up, Prices Down
…USDA is outlook board chairman is Mark Jekanowski. He says Turkey producers are boosting production this year. “They will likely do it again next year with these higher supplies. Prices…
Animal Welfare Claims on Meat Packaging to Receive Further Scrutiny
…the label claims they see on products bearing the USDA mark of inspection are truthful and accurate,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a press release. USDA’s Food Safety and…
Vidalia Onion Season Date Announced
…official pack date announced by the Georgia Agriculture Commissioner and Vidalia Onion Committee. Vidalia onion fans across the country can mark their calendars for April 17, when the sweet onions…
Dairy Coalition Applauds Court Decision on “Gruyere”
…French groups to take away a common food name through a U.S. certification mark registration. The court said when people enter stores and ask for gruyere, they mean a type…
Lawmakers Call for More Action in Addressing Avian Flu Outbreak
…Carper (D-DE), Bob Casey (D-PA), Chris Coons (D-DE), Tom Cotton (R-AR), Mark Warner (D-VA), and Roger Wicker (R-MS) were all signatories of the letter. The group highlighted the negative impact…
Applications Open for Women in Food & Agriculture Mentorship Program
…industry sector, and offers opportunities for women in food and agriculture to develop meaningful industry connections. Alltech President and CEO Mark Lyons says, “We view our involvement in the Women…
Alltech ONE Conference Embarks on a World Tour in 2023
…Mark Lyons says, “As our customers and partners continue to face many challenges and uncertainties, we determined that 2023 would be dedicated to meeting them in their market.” Alltech will…