…the buying spree may not continue as COVID-19 concerns begin to settle, Seeley expects the future of organics to remain bright as the industry continues to expand. “One of the…
Efforts Continue to Block Implementation of California’s Proposition 12
An effort to address California’s Proposition 12 that was initiated by two U.S. agricultural groups continues. Last week the National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) and the American Farm Bureau Federation…
Developing A Waiver of Liability for On-Farm Tours and Other Activities
Farmers are being encouraged to develop liability waivers for on-farm tours and other activities. Executive Director of the Sonoma County Farm Bureau, Tawny Tesconi recommends that growers meet with legal…
USTR Eases USMCA Concerns: ‘We’re Ready to Go’
…on time; there’s no reason to believe they won’t,” Lighthizer explained. “If there’s any shading of the benefits to American farmers we’re going to bring a case against them.” During…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 06-22-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering National Pollinator Week, an AFBF poll that shows Americans…
Agricultural Statistics Review Shows Mild Improvement
…farmers and ranchers received nearly $50 billion for their output in 2018. California was also shown to once again lead the nation in cash farm receipts, accounting for 13 percent…
Week in Review: Nighttime Lighting Rule Effective July 1, Preparing for Wildfire Smoke Requirements
Farmers will want to be prepared for the regulatory requirements that are going to be in effect this summer. New nighttime lighting rules will begin to be enforced beginning July…
USDA Expanding Website Features to Better Manage Conservation Activities
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is making improvements to its online portal to help better manage conservation activities. New self-service features available on Farmers.gov will help farmers and ranchers…
June 22 Deadline to Encourage More Cotton Eligibility for CFAP
…cotton prices did not fall by five percent or more between January and April and is therefore not an eligible crop. “The National Cotton Council, Supima and the Association are…
Signup Period for USDA Coverage Programs Ends June 30
…“The Agriculture Risk Coverage and Price Loss Coverage programs are critical safety-net programs for farmers, helping producers weather market distortions resulting from natural disasters, trade disruptions and, this year, a…
Members Appointed to the EPA Farm, Ranch, and Rural Communities Federal Advisory Committee
…to agriculture and rural America, and as part of that commitment, I am excited to reinstate the Farm, Ranch, and Rural Communities Committee in 2020 with full membership. This committee…
Details of How CFAP is Assisting Cotton Industry
…National Cotton Council, Reece Langley describes how the program will provide relief for the entire cotton supply chain. Listen to the radio report below. Details of How CFAP is Assisting…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 06-17-20
…4-H and FFA students miss out if fairgrounds don’t get emergency funding, and learn about the modernization blueprint for USDA Forest Service. Tune in to the show for these news…
Ag Order 4.0: Farm Impact Stories Needed
…speak; the farmers, the farm operators, and the landowners who will see what those impacts are going to be to their particular farming operation or their land,” said Norm Groot,…