…of Agriculture Karen Ross back in January. The voting period opened on March 4 and dairy producers will have until June 1 to submit their ballots. California Market Milk Producers…
USDA to Provide $75 Million for Alternative Practices for Conservation
…news release. “We want to continue funding projects that harness the power of partnership and innovation to develop solutions that benefit producers while conserving our natural resources.” A total of…
Recognizing the Importance of Farmers on National Ag Day
…value of our farmers, ranchers, and producers, and those who work in labor in our farm fields,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in his message highlighting the event. “These folks…
Capitol Ag Day: A Chance to Counter the Farm Sector COVID Response Narrative
…Bureau members to attended. Normally producers, supporters, 4-H and FFA students, and industry leads from across the state come to listen to speakers and advocate for the industry right on…
Final Rule for Domestic Hemp Production Goes into Effect Today
…to one percent. Producers are allowed only one violation a year. Non-DEA registered labs will be allowed to perform testing until 2022 as the agency works to process registration applications….
Lawmakers Support Push to Address Container Shortages
…serve as an integral link between American producers and overseas customers, without which contracts cannot be met and the ability to compete in or even access foreign markets is threatened,”…
Secretary Vilsack Declares Drought Conditions in California
…the Farm Service Agency. Producers will need to apply for assistance within eight months of the disaster declaration. Listen to radio report below. Secretary Vilsack Declares Drought Conditions in California…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 03-18-21
…be a bit overstated, Mexico serving as a primed market for almond growth, Australian researchers developed an alternative method for milk processing, and a potential tax on PPP loans in…
Senate Hearing Highlights Role of Ag in Mitigating Climate Change
…Forestry heard from producers about climate efforts already underway within the industry. The hearing, Farmers and Foresters: Opportunities to Lead in Tackling Climate Change, addressed ways agriculture can continue contributing…
Farm City Newsday 1,000 Episodes Celebration Wraps Up with Biobest
…City Newsday podcast. Below are the Facebook and Twitter posts that producers need to use for entry. All you have to do is tag a friend who is involved in…
U.S. Dairy Groups Call for Reform of Canada’s Administration of TRQ
Dairy groups are united in their call for changes to how Canada administers its Tariff Rate Quotas (TRQs). The U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC), National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF), and…
Legislation Introduced to Repeal Federal Estate Tax
…business owners, environmental stewards, and the economic backbone of rural communities across the country, U.S. cattle producers understand and appreciate the role of taxes in maintaining and improving our nation,”…
New EPA Administrator Michael Regan Confirmed by Senate
…trusted and science based, as well as on the role that the Renewable Fuel Standard and our agriculture producers have in mitigating climate change,” House Agriculture Committee Chairman David Scott…
USDA Seeking Comments on Coronavirus Response Grants
…grant programs supporting food processing, distribution, producers, and other businesses listed in the Consolidated Appropriations Act. Comments regarding the development, coordination and implementation of grant programs can be submitted on…