…insecure Americans and expedites vaccine administration in rural communities,” National Farmers Union President Rob Larew said in a news release. “But the bill doesn’t just address our most imminently pressing…
Researchers Looking at Methods for Managing Tadpole Shrimp in Rice
…only addresses resistance concerns but alternatives could prove immensely valuable in the future. As more attention is paid to water quality and pyrethroid residues it is important to have other…
Heliae Joins the Celebration of 1,000 Episodes of Farm City Newsday
…been growing in recent years as growers look for innovative solutions to a variety of issues. Wyant explained that it is important for farmers to get accurate information when news…
Agricultural Exports Projected to Grow Over Next 10 Years
…complications related to COVID-19, American agricultural exports are projected to grow nearly two percent annually. Increasing export values for 2021 are supported by commodities such as meat products, cotton, soybeans,…
Legislation Introduced to Improve Cattle Market Transparency
…Market Transparency Act of 2021. Other cosponsors of the bill include Senators Cindy Hyde-Smith and Mike Braun. The legislation is receiving support from a variety of agricultural organizations. “America’s ranchers…
Port Congestion Being Addressed by Federal Officials
Federal Maritime Commissioner officials are moving forward with an investigation into port congestion in California. The focus of the investigation is related to detention and demurrage practices of ocean carriers…
American Rescue Plan Act Moving Forward with Senate Approval
…the Emergency Relief for Farmers of Color Act. Funding support will also be used to purchase agricultural commodities from farmers and ranchers. “We appreciate the American Rescue Plan’s prioritization of…
Farm Workforce Modernization Act Reintroduced with Ag Support
…includes E-Verify for agricultural employers, demonstrating our industry’s commitment to a long-term labor solution.” The National Milk Producers Federation, California Farm Bureau Federation, National Pork Producers Council, and California Fresh…
Researchers Compiling Information on Spotted Lanternfly
…information has been put together by the Entomological Society of America. Research entomologist for the U.S. Forest Service, Melody Keena has worked to put together a special collection of research…
When Will It Be Safe to Start Planting Plants and Seed Outside
…first fall frost date. To figure out when you’ll likely see the last of ice this winter, check out the map personalized for your zip code through the National Gardening…
E.M. Tharp, WAE Announce Scholarship Winners
…events, and going to camp. In high school, she joined FFA and became a junior camp counselor for 4-H. Through FFA Lemm began breeding sheep, dairy goats, chickens, and dairy…
Agricultural Burning in the San Joaquin Valley Officially Set to End in 2025
…done.” Over the past few years, the number of necessary facilities to address ag waste has declined by approximately 75 percent. Farmers have been left with few options other than…
The Western View: Ag Safety Awareness
…September is National Farm Safety & Health week, which is an educational campaign from the National Safety Council. This week – February 28 to March 7 – is the American…
Speedier COVID Assistance Expected with New USDA Leadership in Place
With the U.S. Department of Agriculture finalizing leadership positions, assistance for producers affected by COVID should be on the way soon. Vice President of Washington Operations for the National Cotton…