…farm groups urged the administration to “avoid igniting a trade war” through the imposition of restrictions on steel and aluminum imports. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Veterinarians: Establish Offshore FMD Vaccine Bank
…globe of goods and people.” A recent paper from former USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Administrator Dr. Ron DeHaven and other prominent veterinarians confirmed the need for an…
Canadian Problems with PEDv Continue to Grow
…highs. Canada’s veterinarian service is still allowing pigs without the virus to be shipped south into the U.S. The latest outbreak is estimated to have cut production by as much…
Protecting Pollinators Through New Certification Program
…Resources Conservation Service has been working with the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation to develop the first-of-its-kind program. The Xerces Society partnered with Oregon Tilth through a grant from USDA…
Cattle Industry Summer Business Meeting
…cattle producers across the nation who use innovative practices to protect and enhance natural resources while maintaining or increasing the profitability of their businesses. The regional winners compete for the…
Best Plants to Plant to Feed the Bees
…found naturally in your particular region, so they are specially adapted to the local growing conditions, wildlife, and climate. Flowering natives with open blooms are the best for bees. Check…
States Sue EPA to Prevent Insecticide Use
…on citrus fruits, apples, cherries, and other crops. Dow, the maker of the product, did not immediately respond to the news. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Russia Extends Ban on U.S. and E.U. Produce
…were worth over $13 million dollars. Pear exports that same year totaled $12 million and grape exports were worth $2.7 million. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Amazon Food Stamp Policy Ruffling Feathers
…rules are understood to mean that retailers can neither discriminate against SNAP recipients or give them preferential treatment and special programs. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Pork Wants U.S. Bilateral Trade Deal with Japan
…purchased $1.6 billion in U.S. pork. Demand is very strong in spite of tariffs and other measures that limit market access. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Mexico is No Longer Top Buyer for U.S. Corn
…at risk. “They’re preparing a Plan B,” she said to Bloomberg. Mexico has initiated discussions with suppliers in Argentina and Brazil. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Humiston Stressed Value, Infrastructure to House Ag
Glenda Humiston, Vice President of UC Agriculture and Natural Resources, recently spoke before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Agriculture. The purpose was to ensure the committee understands the…
Rabobank Issues Report on Declining Wheat Acres
…hard red wheat prices and spreads between U.S. wheat classes are likely to be wider and more volatile in the future. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Brazil Delays Decision on Ethanol Import Tariff
…appreciate Brazil giving thoughtful consideration to the issue and how it will affect both countries’ industries and the global fuel supply. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….