…local and regional initiatives, like National Pollinator Week, the Pollinator Partnership’s Bee Friendly Farming program engages farmers in the promotion of pollinator health on their lands. Farmers who meet six…
FSA Encourages Producers to Enroll Soon in ARC and PLC Programs
…and make an appointment soon to ensure your elections are made and contracts signed well ahead of the deadlines.” ARC and PLC provide financial protections to farmers from substantial drops…
Ag Groups Respond to Phase One Trade Deal Signing
…China over that same period, harming U.S. farmers, manufacturers and exporters. NCBA: Trade Deal With China a “Game Changer” for American Beef Producers The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association applauded the…
Phase One Trade Deal Signing: ‘Momentous Day for U.S. Agriculture’
…their regulations to come into compliance with international standards. It gives timeframes for them to do approvals; timeframes for them to approve plants and export certificates so that we are…
Report Highlights Busy Year for California Rice in 2019
…We’ve been active for example in the CV-SALTS program for a long time,” said Morris. “We expect that there will be a ten-year study in the near future that will…
Food Companies Waiting for Clarification on Bioengineering Standard
…for further explanation as to how the National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard (NBFDS) is going to be enforced. The NBFDS pertains to the disclosure of food ingredients that are considered…
California Budget is ‘A Strong Step Forward’
…Jamie Johansson said in a press release. “Farm Bureau will work with the administration and the Legislature to assure that programs addressing the needs of farmers, ranchers and rural California…
Citrus Growers Optimistic for Progress in Chinese Trade Market
…that the initial trade deal that was agreed to by the U.S. and China can set the tone for future trade relations between the two countries. “I’d say that the…
Beef Quality Assurance Program Continues Impressive Growth
…its online learning system. The online option was introduced by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, a contractor to the Beef Checkoff, in early 2017. Since the BQA program was initiated…
Ranchers Applaud Announcement Of New NEPA Rules
…“Cattle producers across the country are grateful to President Trump and his team at CEQ for listening to rural America and providing this commonsense regulatory relief,” added National Cattlemen’s Beef…
Agricultural Representation in Mainstream Media is a Concern
…where their food is coming from, it goes beyond that,” Jacobsen noted. “Bridging that gap, I think is very important for the future success of the industry just because it…
Water Resilience Portfolio Released for Public Comment
…enhancing natural ecosystems, upgrading infrastructure, and improving preparations for future climate constraints. The recommended actions are based on several months of public and industry feedback, as well as an in-depth…
Impossible Pork is Impossible; Violates Labeling Law
(NPPC) — The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) called Impossible Foods’ naming convention for its plant-based products designed to mimic real pork a brazen violation of labelling law. Citing law…
Senate Committee Approves USMCA-Ag Groups Respond
…globe for our farmers and ranchers.” USMCA BACKGROUND Designed to replace the North American Free Trade Agreement, the USMCA builds on important trade relationships in North America. The agreement is…