…Peterson adds that when the bill goes to conference, if people are “sensible,” it won’t take long to get it done. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Chinese Trade Surplus with U.S. Hits High Amid Tariff Concerns
…in the world has jolted global financial markets and triggered worries of a full-scale trade war possibly derailing the world economy. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
McKinney to Lead Trade Mission to Southeast Asia
…Trade mission participants include members of the Georgia and Idaho Departments of Agriculture, as well as representatives from 24 U.S. businesses. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
NCBA Comments on “Fake Meat” Oversight”
…the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service.” She says continuous inspection that draws on the scientific expertise of FSIS provides the most stringent oversight of any perishable meat product. Many…
Arizona FB President Wants Congress to Save Ranches and Federal Lands
…“Agencies should be focusing on cutting red tape so that more time and effort is devoted to on-the-ground improvements,” Smallhouse says. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
California Achieves First Emissions Goal Early
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) announced that the state has achieved the first emissions goal that was established in 2006, with levels dropping below 431 million metric tons seen…
Valley Ventures Accelerator Fueling Innovation; Accepting Fall Applications
…program must demonstrate the potential to have regional and industry economic impact, along with the ability to improve the efficient use of scarce natural resources. Other evaluation criteria include commercial…
U.S. House Holds Next Move on Farm Bill
…on time,” according to Conaway’s office. A on-time bill means lawmakers must send the bill to President Trump before September 30th. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
EPA Reportedly Ditches Hardship Waiver Fix
…for a hardship waiver fix. In April, Perdue told Congress that from USDA’s standpoint, “our conclusion is that’s direct demand destruction.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
USDA Increases Corn, Soybean Production Forecast
…production. The season-average farm price was lowered $0.10 per bushel at the midpoint to a projected range of $4.50 to $5.50. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Trump to Nominate Kip Tom as UN Food Ambassador
…4-H Foundation. Indiana Senators Todd Young and Joe Donnelly in a joint statement called Tom an “excellent fit” for the position. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Former GMA Members Create New Food Lobby
…approach and to listen and learn about issues” affecting the food system “from the field to the store shelf and beyond.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Organic Group Sues Ben & Jerry’s Over Advertising Claims
…The Organic Consumers Association is a self-described grassroots nonprofit consumer advocacy organization representing a network of more than one million consumers. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
USDA Announces Japan to Accept Exports of U.S. Sheep and Goat Meat
…sheep and goat meat, primarily from Australia and New Zealand. More details on Japan’s export requirements are available from the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service Export Library at: www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/international-affairs/exporting-products/export-library-requirements-by-country/Japan….