…administrator of EPA’s Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention. “This step recognizes that innovation in pesticide use is critical to the success of our strong and vibrant agricultural sector.”…
Multiple Trade Moves Made Over the Weekend
…possibility of declaring a national emergency in relation to the trade moves made by China. Despite noting the potential for declaring a national emergency, President Trump said that “actually we…
Environmental Groups Sue Over Changes to Endangered Species Act
…unoccupied critical habitat will now be required to have at least one physical or biological feature necessary to conserve the species. According to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, approximately…
An ARS Focus on the Northern Plains: Finding New Ways to Beef Up Our Cattle
…dioxide (CO2) levels in the atmosphere continue to increase and while that stimulates plant growth, it also means plants have less nitrogen, which is a key nutrient. Agricultural Research Service…
First Annual California Food Expo Less Than Two Weeks Away
…750 local, national, and international buyers. Previously known as the Fresno Food Expo, the event has expanded its scope to include even more California companies and will feature a host…
Ag Groups Celebrate Trade Agreement with Japan
…sales opportunity with the world’s largest pork-consuming nation. Source: National Pork Producers Council NCBA Hails Announcement of Increased Access to the Japanese Market Houston WASHINGTON (NCBA) – National Cattlemen’s Beef…
Another China Tariff Announcement Signals More Trouble
…takes the situation in the exact wrong direction. “The U.S. exported $19.5 billion of agricultural products to China in 2017. Agricultural exports to China were reduced to $9.1 billion in…
The Western View: September is California Wine Month
…There’s more than 100 events going on, all to celebrate a California agricultural product that is enjoyed around the world. To find an event near you, visit California wines dot…
Evaluating the Potential of Beneficial Ants in Agricultural Production
…for agricultural production in some instances, although more work will be required to better emphasize their beneficial qualities. “It’s definitely more of a counterintuitive perspective. I think most people and…
Analyzing Genomes to Improve Disease Control in Poultry
…field strains in U.S. commercial flocks. To help improve the control of Marek’s disease, veterinary medical officer John Dunn and his team at the Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Avian Disease and Oncology Laboratory in…
Nearly Half of California Dairies Enrolled in Dairy Margin Coverage Program
…totaling nearly $14.5 million. Nationally, producers of nearly 17,000 dairy operations have signed up for the program. Producers have been actively applying for the program since it became available back…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 08-21-19
…opportunities, details on the potential stink bug damage, colleges interacting with the ag industry and details on the National Heirloom Expo that’s coming up. Tune in to the show for…
Industry Sees What Damage Stink Bug Can Do
…With few natural predators and a wide host range – including apples, pears, cherries, corn, tomatoes, grapes and a variety of landscape trees – the population eventually moved into agricultural…
California Table Olives Look to Bounce Back in 2019
The 2019 forecast for California olives is a welcomed sight after last year’s disastrous season. USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) issued the official 2019 California Table Olive Forecast that’s…