…of the Senate Finance Committee. He told Agri-Pulse that action on the bill will likely be delayed until early next year. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Setting Aside Money In Case of NAFTA Failure?
…wants. “Farmers don’t want more money from the federal treasury,” he adds, “they want their money to come from the marketplace.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Conaway Applauds House-Passed Hurricane, Wildfire, and Natural Disaster Aid Package
Conaway House Agriculture Committee Chairman K. Michael Conaway (TX-11) applauded House passage of a supplemental appropriations bill to address the disaster losses suffered by millions of Americans across the country,…
Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture Reflects on Year of Progress
…wildfire risk,” said Forest Service Chief Tony Tooke. “As the Forest Service moves into 2018, our priorities will continue to tie directly to Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue’s strategic vision for…
USDA’s Agricultural Research Service Pays It Forward with Research Achievements
…natural resource conservation, and competitiveness in global markets. “The three technologies we’re highlighting represent the many achievements and advances our scientists have made towards realizing these national priorities,” said ARS…
Expanding U.S. Commodity Markets Top Priority for USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service
64.5 billion pounds of fruit and vegetables, and 44.4 billion eggs graded/inspected domestically The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) announced the agency facilitated the export of…
NASS Research, Survey, and Technology Advancements in 2017 Serve U.S. Agriculture
Census of Agriculture is Updated for New Agricultural Trends and Ease of Responding The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) has advanced a number of programs…
FSA – A Vital Source of Assistance to America’s Farmers and Ranchers
Through the work of dedicated staff in over 2,100 county and state offices, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) provides vital farm safety-net assistance to agricultural…
DuPont Pioneer Confirms Iowa Layoffs
…The company expects that over time, it will have a presence of “equal or higher” employment levels, because of the transition. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Canada On-farm Bovine TB Testing Concludes
…domestic livestock or wildlife or people. Officials say it’s possible that a source for the confirmed infections won’t ever be found. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Canada Executives Urging Trudeau to Join U.S.-Free TPP
…to press the nation to move forward with TPP, citing uncertainties with NAFTA as a reason to bolster other trade markets. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Agriculture Secretary Perdue Comments on Tax Reform
…the burden on citizens will free them up to make choices for themselves, create jobs, and boost the overall American economy. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Congressional Ag Leaders Applaud Tax Bill Passage
…bill, and stated AFBF will now focus on making those important tax deductions, lower rates and the estate tax exemption permanent.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
USDA Expands Flexibility, Encourages Program Integration in SNAP Administration
…human service agencies are implementing innovative strategies to streamline access to multiple programs, improve efficiency, and provide great customer service. This flexibility is a positive step toward enhancing customer service…