…than 800 scientific studies, along with health and regulatory authorities around the world “support the fact that glyphosate does not cause cancer.” Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Sorghum Growers Disappointed in Chlorpyrifos Ruling
…farmers.” NSP offered up similar comments to CropLife America, hoping EPA would explore all avenues of appeal following review of the order. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Tractor, Combine Sales, Posting Strong Numbers
…show AEM members are voicing concerns about the second half of the year, as “Tariffs and trade continue to dominate the conversation.” Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Farming Groups Call for Swift Farm Bill Passage
…soil and water conservation, trade promotion and more depend on swift passage. “America’s farmers and ranchers persevere even in the toughest times, but the farm economy has gone from bad…
Tree Mortality Work Paying Off During Fires
California’s Natural Resources Conservation Service has been helping landowners who are overwhelmed by tree mortality. Their small Mariposa partnership office was recognized in 2017 for their massive workload on the…
Brazilian Judge Suspends Glyphosate Use
…industry contends “it’s impossible to do agriculture.” Brazil is the world’s largest exporter of soybeans, driven largely by growing demand from China. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Court Tells EPA to Ban Chlorpyrifos
…CropLife America expressed disappointment with the decision, and is hopeful “EPA will consider all avenues of appeal” after review of the decision. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Global Food Prices Decline
…for butter and cheese. Finally, sugar prices fell six percent, largely driven by improved production prospects in the main sugar producing countries. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Farm Futures Survey: Farmer Support for Trump Slipping
…Farm Futures surveyed 924 growers from July 20 to August 2. Farmers were invited by email to fill out an online questionnaire. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
FDA to Consider Organic Labeling Claims
…While the Department of Agriculture has jurisdiction over the term organic, Gottlieb says FDA oversees “general food labeling compliance and safety issues.” Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Coalition Pushing for COOL in NAFTA for Beef and Pork
…coalition claims: “Unless we address the food labeling issue, the effectiveness of renegotiating NAFTA to strengthen America’s overall economy will be diminished.” Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Weekly Drought Monitor Update
…imposed by 665 public water supply authorities, according to the Texas Drought Preparedness Council, with a few mandating moderate to severe restrictions. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Grains Exports on Track to Set New Record
…as a reminder of the resiliency” of U.S. exports and of the quality and price competitiveness of U.S. coarse grains and co-products. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
USDA Announces Further Reorganization
…service, strengthen offices and programs, and save taxpayer dollars.” As per the announcement, The Economic Research Service, currently under USDA’s Research, Education, and Economics mission area, will realign with the…