…60 days. If it ultimately loses, Indonesia would have to reform its rules or face the possibility of U.S. trade retaliation. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Canada-U.S. Trade Not Broken, No Need for Trump Fix
…Nine million Americans depend directly on exports to Canada, while 35 states have Canada as their top customer, according to Freeland. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
The Western View: Christmas
…pet ate chocolate, call your veterinarian or Pet Poison helpline immediately. Pet Poison helpline is a 24-hour animal poison control service available by phone 24 hours a day. There is…
U.S. Hogs and Pigs Inventory Up 4 Percent
…Quarterly Hogs and Pigs report published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS). Other key findings in the report were: Of the 71.5 million hogs and…
Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board Appointments Named
…own resources to develop new markets, strengthen existing markets, and conduct important research and promotion activities. USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service provides oversight, paid for by industry assessments, which ensures fiscal…
USDA: $5 Million in Funds for Smart Technology Innovations in Agriculture
…fuel demands as the world’s population is projected to exceed nine billion by 2050 and natural resources are stressed under a changing climate. In addition, AFRI programs help develop new…
Keep Holiday Food Safe with These Four Safety Steps
…Inspection Service has four food safety tips to ensure a healthy and safe holiday. Even on Holidays, Always Follow the Four Steps to Food Safety Clean hands before food preparation…
Women Earn Nearly Half of Ag Doctorates, Hold 23 Percent of Academic Post
…only four had a female department chair for crop and soil sciences. Among the colleges of agriculture, nine have female deans. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Industry Groups Making Case for WOTUS in Supreme Court
…is proceeding in the wrong court,” especially with the Trump administration likely to set off a new wave of legal maneuvering.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Agriculture Secretary Search Continues
…least early next week. Currently, Brian Klippenstein (clip-in-stine) from Protect the Harvest is the lone listed transition team member for USDA. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Final Environmental Documents for WaterFix Released
…more extreme weather,” said Mark Cowin, Director of the California Department of Water Resources. “After years of scientific study and analysis, we have found the best solution for protecting both…
Conservation Districts to Lead Record 25 RCPP Projects in 2017
Over $46 million in federal funds will be awarded to 25 district-led conservation projects through the USDA Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) in 2017, setting a program record for conservation…
Farm Bureau, NASDA Seek Delay of Unlawful EPA Rule
…training resources needed to effectively implement the rule and assist farmers and ranchers with compliance efforts. “At this time, even if all of the compliance and enforcement materials were completed…
Rabobank Issues Report on Reshaping Food Sector
…an integral part of American food consumption. The report also says sugar processors will continue to move towards more non-GMO sources. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….