…national forests. The legislation, sponsored by Rep. Bruce Westerman (AR-04), seeks to implement proactive management standards for forests and paves the way for a solution to the problem of U.S….
Farmers Applaud Move to Reform Tax Code
Duvall The following may be attributed to American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall: “Farm Bureau applauds Congress for its progress in reforming the tax code. This new tax plan…
Tour Shows Ornamental Pumpkin Big Business
…the ‘Howden’ variety. This became the basis for future developments. The 1980’s saw an increase in variety development when pumpkins called Jackpot, Munchkin, Wizard, Mystic and Sorcerer emerged. Then more…
Almond Board: Leadership Program Personal Experience
…growers and 100 processors in California, many of whom are third- and fourth-generation farmers. To keep almonds as a sustainable crop for California, the Board increased and accelerated research investment…
Celebrate National Deviled Egg Day
…as Americans celebrate National Deviled Egg Day. Also known as eggs mimosa, stuffed eggs, salad eggs or dressed eggs, deviled eggs are hard boiled eggs which have been shelled, cut…
FMC Closes Transaction with DuPont
…transaction makes FMC Agricultural Solutions the fifth largest crop protection chemical company in the world by revenue, with estimated annual revenue of approximately $3.8 billion. From the National Association of…
Senators Urge FCC To Ensure Affordable Rural Broadband Access
…that the FCC is best positioned to identify a solution to the budget shortfall and ensure broadband access for rural America. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
China Pork Imports to Increase
…from China offset by stronger demand from Mexico, Rabobank still expects total exports for 2017 to be higher than in 2016. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Cruz Outlines Hold on Northey Nomination, Wants RFS Meeting
…before the end of this month, as the deadline for the Environmental Protection Agency to release its final RFS volume requirements. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Another Successful California Small Farm Conference
…to become more engaged in policy. Workshops also offered marketing strategies on how farmers can increase their success at farmers’ markets. The California Small Farm Conference has been bringing together…
USDA Aims to Improve Food and Nutrition Education for Low-Income Communities
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) announced support to develop local and self-reliant food systems, such as farm to table enterprises that bring…
Celebrating National Vinegar Day
…on This Land of Ours. Celebrating National Vinegar Day Every year on November 1st America recognizes one of the best household products around, celebrating National Vinegar Day. Vinegar consists mainly…
Cheerios Ditches Gluten-Free Label in Canada
…gluten-free. However, the grain is at high risk for contamination from gluten-filled wheat, barley or rye. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service. Image courtesy of General Mills….
Campbell Soup Company Joins Plant Based Lobbying Group
…and vegan households any longer.” Campbell says the company hopes the partnership will help it expand access to its plant-based offerings. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….