American Farm Bureau Federation The following statement may be attributed to American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall: “The administration’s submitting the Statement of Administration Action on the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement…
Industry Response to Ruling on Year-Round Sale Of E15 Gasoline
…support for our patriotic farmers and for his commitment to expand the sale of E15 and unleash the full potential of American innovation and ingenuity as we continue to demonstrate…
EPA Delivers On President Trump’s Promise To Allow Year-Round Sale Of E15 Gasoline
…give consumers more choices, while supporting American farmers. “Following President Trump’s directive, today’s action expands the market for biofuels and improves the RFS program by increasing transparency and reducing price…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 05-31-19
…of note. Brian German has a few reports on the national cotton outlook and worrisome statements from a major U.S. bank on the agriculture industry. We also have the latest…
USDA Expecting the Most Cotton Exports in a Decade
…decade. “USDA has projected 2019 U.S. exports of 17 million bales,” said Dr. Jody Campiche, Vice President of Economics and Policy Analysis for the National Cotton Council. “Which would be the highest…
California Highlights in 2017 Census of Agriculture
The United States Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service recently released summarized reports for the 2017 Census of Agriculture, focusing on state and county information. The California State and…
USDA Opens Signup for National Conservation Innovation Grants
…– ultimately, they improve water quality, soil health, and wildlife habitat. Program At A Glance National and State CIG – Public and private grantees develop the tools, technologies, and strategies…
Almond Update: Stewardship Tour Exposes Regulators to Sustainable Efforts
…Sustainability and Environmental Affairs Gabrielle Ludwig said this year’s tour showed all of the attendees how sustainability is incorporated in all aspects of production and many plans for the future….
United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement Pays Dividends to American Farmers and Exporters
…Colombia nearly tripled from $1.1 billion to $2.9 billion in 2018. Despite its geographic proximity to major U.S. competitors Brazil and Argentina, Colombia, the third-largest economy in South America, purchases…
Third Californian Ever Selected for Partners in Advocacy Leadership Class
The 10th Partners in Advocacy Leadership (PAL) class was recently announced by the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF). The group of young farmer and rancher leaders will engage in various…
USDA Reminds Producers of Approaching Marketing Assistance Loan Deadlines
…your next crop,” Fordyce said. To apply for a loan, contact your local FSA office. To find your local office visit farmers.gov. Additional information is available at fsa.usda.gov/pricesupport. Source: USDA/Farm Service Agency…
Cherries Not the Only Crop to Experience Storm Damage
…know a lot of our urban consumers don’t want the hot weather coming in, but as farmers, we need those heat units.” Listen to Hudson’s interview below. About the Author…
Industry Reaction to USDA Trade Relief Announcement
…as congressional approval of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement. America’s farmers and ranchers need fair and open access to markets.” American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) President & CEO Andy LaVigne Andrew W….
USDA Announces Support for Farmers Impacted by Unjustified Retaliation and Trade Disruption
…farmers work hard, are the most productive in the world, and we aim to match their enthusiasm and patriotism as we support them.” Background: American farmers have dealt with unjustified…