…to advance the economy.” Senate Agriculture Chair Pat Roberts also signed the letter, along with Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, and others. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Commerce Secretary Ross: NAFTA Talks Far from Over
…to salvage the free-trade pact will continue beyond an end of March deadline, which was set to avoid Mexico’s presidential race. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
USDA Launches MARS
Delivering Market Data to Agricultural Producers Around the Globe Faster and Easier The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) announced the launch of a new electronic data…
This Super Bowl the USDA Recommends a Winning Play Against BAC!
…Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) wants to remind fans not to let foodborne illness sideline them once the game is over. “Millions of people get sick from food poisoning each…
Former AFBF Lobbyist Takes Syngenta Job
…strategy, and superior products and services.” Thatcher retired from AFBF earlier this month, following a 31-year tenure at the farm organization. Thatcher is a fifth generation Iowa farmer active in…
Generation Z Emerging as Food Influencers
…without the internet also seeks personalization and engagement, with functionality like portable foods to meet the needs of their busy lives. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
EU Delays Ruling on Bayer-Monsanto Merger, Again
…back to March 5th from late January. Bayer had initially hoped to wrap up the deal by the end of 2017. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
State Ag Officials Set 2018 Policy Priorities
…stage for good things to happen.” NASDA members also want rural broadband expansion, meaningful investments in infrastructure and improvements to conservation programs for producers. NASDA represents the elected and appointed…
House Ag Democrat: No Farm Bill Better than Bad Farm Bill
…is expected to need Democratic votes to pass the farm bill this year because conservative Republicans are unlikely to support it. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
USDA, FDA Announce Formal Agreement to Bolster Coordination and Collaboration
…take new steps to streamline regulatory responsibilities and use government resources more efficiently to protect public health. It aims to increase clarity, efficiency and potentially reduce the number of establishments…
International Agri-Center Prepares For 51st World Ag Expo®
…events, an exhibitor directory, map of the show grounds and other visitor resources. The app is available for download from the app store by searching “2018 World Ag Expo.” For…
Elderberry Project Evaluates Viability of California Production
…also have a similar flavor and look to blackberries and blueberries but require fewer resources. In the Midwest, elderberry orchards have been increasing while California’s elderberries are typically grown on…
Secretary Perdue to Speak at World Meat Conference This Summer
…News Service. from USMEF: Registration Now Open for 2018 World Meat Congress For the first time in more than 20 years, the world’s premier gathering of red meat industry leaders…
EPA Sends WOTUS Delay Rule to White House
…Pruitt said the EPA will bring more certainty in water regulation for farmers and ranchers through a repeal and replacement effort. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….