…and the North American Meat Institute, the letter called access to China “essential to the future health of the beef industry.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Making Products More Biodegradable With Starch
…in films and coatings to provide flexibility. However, it has limited biodegradability. At the USDA-Agricultural Research Service’s (ARS) National Center for Agricultural Utilization Research in Peoria, Illinois, scientists develop new…
USDA Seeks Nominees for the Popcorn Research and Promotions Board
…agricultural industries with a framework to pool resources and combine efforts to develop new markets, strengthen existing markets, and conduct important research and promotion activities. The Agricultural Marketing Service provide…
Natural Pest Repellents
Everyone wants their plants and flowers to be beautiful. But when unwanted guest arrive it is time to spray. Cathy Isom has some all-natural solutions to keep those pesky garden…
Ag Leaders Meet with EPA Administrator
…from EPA on registration and re-registration of crop protection products, and the need to reform the consultation process among EPA, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, and National Marine Fisheries Service…
Brazil Investigation Leads to Processor Closures
…out of 302 tested positive for bacteria contamination. Unrelated problems uncovered at three processors led the government to order the cancellation of their Federal Inspection Service registrations, closing them permanently….
March FAO Food Price Index Slips
…prices were down ten percent. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service. From: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations The FAO Food Price Index fell in…
USDA: Agriculture a $992 Billion Economic Factor
…soybeans, which peaked around 2013 and have since declined by at least 30 percent. The food service category, eating and drinking places has expanded over a similar timeframe and may…
USTR Nomination Vote Could Reach Full Senate After Recess
…returns April 24th. Committee Chairman Hatch said he was hopeful the committee could then send the nomination to the full Senate. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Mexico Eager to Start and Finish NAFTA Negotiations
…argues that lobbyists in Mexico would urge him to strike back against major U.S. exports to Mexico like apples and corn. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
State Releases Plan to Make Water Conservation a Way of Life
…planning. The plan, Making Water Conservation a California Way of Life, Implementing Executive Order B-37-16, was prepared by the Department of Water Resources, the State Water Resources Control Board, the…
Funding to Repay Educational Loans for Veterinarians
…in the VMLRP service agreement offer; Provide certifications and verifications as defined in 7 CFR 3431, Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program; Not owe an obligation for veterinary service to the…
Drone Operators on Farms Asked to be Extra Cautious
…may be spotted for a second but won’t be continually seen, so it’s up to drone operators to prevent potential collisions. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Ag Groups Oppose Air Traffic Control Privatization
…have access to equal transportation. A privatized system likely will direct most resources to the larger airport hubs in urban areas.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….