…in California back in November 2018, AFT California is looking to expand the program to better suit the needs of women in agriculture throughout the state. “It’s a national initiative…
Perdue Comments on Administrative Actions to Streamline H-2A Process
…H-2A temporary agricultural program. These two actions will ease regulatory burdens on our farmers and ranchers, making it easier for them to follow the law and hire farm workers through…
California Receives Funding to Support Trade Development
…trade shows, trade missions, and market sales trips through the California State Trade Expansion Program (STEP). “International trade is a critical part of California’s economy,” CDFA Secretary Karen Ross said…
More Time Provided for Dairy Producers to Enroll in DMC Program
…local USDA service center. To locate your local FSA office, visit farmers.gov/service-locator. Source: USDA/Farm Service Agency Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For…
Former Agriculture Secretaries Announce Support for USMCA
…for United States food and agricultural products, totaling more than $39.7 billion food and agricultural exports in 2018. These exports support more than 325,000 American jobs. All food and agricultural…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 09-19-19
…machine placed at a university, national fruit and veggie month and details of the WHIP plus program. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more….
NCBA Announces Leadership Changes
DENVER (NCBA-Sept. 18, 2019) – The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) announced two significant leadership changes. Colin Woodall The NCBA Executive Committee of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association confirmed Colin…
New Tool Improves Beekeepers’ Overwintering Odds and Bottom Line
…and immature bees. USDA/ARS photo by Peggy Greb TUCSON, ARIZONA (ARS – September 18, 2019) — A new tool from the Agricultural Research Service (ARS) can predict the odds that…
Hope Remains for SB 559 Despite Failing to Pass in Legislature
…has degraded substantially as a result of significant land subsidence. The canal has lost roughly 60 percent of its overall carrying capacity. A joint statement issued by several agricultural groups…
Tariff Increases Delayed as ‘Good Will’ Gesture
…U.S. products was intended to provide some relief for American companies impacted by the ongoing trade dispute, however, the products listed do not include important agricultural goods such as corn,…
NPPC Welcomes New Swine Inspection System
WASHINGTON, D.C. (NPPC-Sept. 17, 2019) – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety Inspection Service (FSIS) finalized its New Swine Inspection System (NSIS). “We applaud the USDA for introducing a…
USDA Modernizes Swine Slaughter Inspection for the First Time in Over 50 Years
…in more than five decades, the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is modernizing inspection at market hog slaughter establishments with a goal of protecting public health while allowing…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 09-17-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering National Farm Safety and Health Week, an upcoming ACP…
The Western View: Could farmers be the heroes of the 21st century?
Recently, the United Nations sounded an alarm that worldwide, agricultural land is disappearing for many reasons, and populations are continuing to grow. The report said this shrinkage of farmland coupled…