…$15 billion worth of investments to be made. The American Farm Bureau Federation and National Pork Producers Council have petitioned the Supreme Court to take up the case against Proposition…
Exports Projected to Reach New High in Fiscal Year 2022
The total value of agriculture exports may reach an all-time high in fiscal year 2022, October through September. USDA‘s Economic Research Service says higher shipments of major categories of commodities,…
Armed to Farm California Virtual Workshop Series Begins October 12
A three-part, interactive virtual workshop series for beginning farmer-veterans is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, October 12. The National Center for Appropriate Technology’s Armed to Farm team has partnered with…
EPA Announces $21.7 Million in Grant Funding for Rural Water Projects
…National Association of Farm Broadcasting and the American Farm Bureau Federation contributed to this report. EPA Announces $21.7 Million in Grant Funding for Rural Water Projects Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture…
FARM Act Seeks oversite on Foreign Ag Farmland Investments
…provided to ensure our national security.” Foreign investment in the U.S. agriculture industry has grown rapidly, as foreign investors currently control at least 28.3 million acres of agricultural land valued…
Almond Update: Deadline Approaching for Almond Achievement Awards Nominations
…an allied industry member who has added value to the California almond industry. They do that by long-term service, contributions, or innovation,” said Nicolau. “That award really is somebody who…
September Ag Economy Barometer Reveals Decline
Sentiment among agricultural producers weakened in September as the Ag Economy Barometer declined 14 points to a reading of 124. This is the weakest farmer sentiment reading since July 2020,…
AEM Members Optimistic About Continued Economy Recovery
…and transportation equipment grew more than 20 percent over the past year, while 16-20 percent had been predicted before that. The National Association of Farm Broadcasting and the American Farm…
U.S. Trade Rep Tai Completes Review, Offers Steps Forward on China
…fair, work collectively to set rules for trade and technology in the 21st century, and strengthen the global market for America’s workers and businesses. The National Association of Farm Broadcasting…
Health Bite: Fall Season Vegetables
…little sweet, at least for a vegetable! According to the USDA National Nutrient Database, one cup of cubed butternut squash is 82 calories and 6 grams of fiber. It’s a…
USDA’s Climate-Smart Initiative Celebrated by Industry Members
A new climate-smart initiative launched by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is being applauded by agricultural organizations. Announced last week, the program’s goal is to expand the deployment of…
District Court Allows R-CALF Lawsuit to Proceed
…on a federal program they’re forced to fund. The National Association of Farm Broadcasting and the American Farm Bureau Federation contributed to this report. District Court Allows R-CALF Lawsuit to…
Over $30 Million Invested in Organic Research and Extension
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing more than $30 million in an effort to support organic farmers and ranchers. USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is…
California Agricultural Leadership Program Selects 51st Class
The 51st class of the California Agricultural Leadership Program have been selected and will soon begin their journey through the leadership development experience. The California Agricultural Leadership Foundation recently announced the selection…