…in significant benefits on a global scale. Along with reducing overall methane emissions, the practice would also support more sustainable and profitable agricultural practices, along with providing another source of…
Perdue Unveils Farmers.gov, Interactive Website for Agricultural Producers
…Farm Production and Conservation mission area: the Farm Service Agency, the Natural Resources Conservation Service, and the Risk Management Agency. “Many farmers are out in their fields using equipment that…
USDA/NIFA Announces Support for Veterinary Medical Loan Repayment
…authorized by the National Veterinary Medical Services Act. The VLMRP supports NIFA’s Animal Systems portfolio by facilitating professional workforce development in critical agricultural sectors related to animal health and well-being….
Almond Update: Census Deadline Approaching
…the deadline to participate is next week. Listen to Sauer’s interview From the U.S. Department of Agriculture: The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) reminds our…
AVMA Urges Congressional Action on Veterinary Shortages
…eliminate the tax funding to support more communities in need of veterinarians, all within the current funding level provided by Congress. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
USDA Rejects Poultry Line Speed Request
…received about 100,000 comments on the issue. The opposition says workers in processing plants are already working at a “breakneck speed.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
EPA, Army Corps, Sign WOTUS Delay
…find out where they should draw the line on the geographic reach of the Clean Water Act, according to EPA officials. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Senator Says Trump Can’t Unilaterally Withdraw from NAFTA
…to advance the economy.” Senate Agriculture Chair Pat Roberts also signed the letter, along with Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, and others. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Commerce Secretary Ross: NAFTA Talks Far from Over
…to salvage the free-trade pact will continue beyond an end of March deadline, which was set to avoid Mexico’s presidential race. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
USDA Launches MARS
Delivering Market Data to Agricultural Producers Around the Globe Faster and Easier The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) announced the launch of a new electronic data…
This Super Bowl the USDA Recommends a Winning Play Against BAC!
…Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) wants to remind fans not to let foodborne illness sideline them once the game is over. “Millions of people get sick from food poisoning each…
Former AFBF Lobbyist Takes Syngenta Job
…corn, soybean and livestock production. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service. from Syngenta-U.S.: Mary Kay Thatcher to join Syngenta Federal Government Relations Farm policy expert joins Syngenta…
Generation Z Emerging as Food Influencers
…without the internet also seeks personalization and engagement, with functionality like portable foods to meet the needs of their busy lives. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
EU Delays Ruling on Bayer-Monsanto Merger, Again
…back to March 5th from late January. Bayer had initially hoped to wrap up the deal by the end of 2017. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….