…are skeptical any progress is being made due to the stubbornness of E.U. negotiators regarding various parts of the potential agreement. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
China Will Deal With Trade Dispute Appropriately
…step, as well as ongoing work in China, will continue to support a long-term and mutually beneficial trading relationship with China. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Panel Hears EPA Testimony on Glyphosate
…development was done incorrectly. A number of farmers and representatives from the agriculture industry also testified before the Scientific Advisory Panel. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Survey Shows Potential Cost of Ag Labor Pay Laws
…took two significant human resources hits in 2016. The minimum wage increase and the new agricultural overtime laws will both have significant impacts on the industry. As a result of…
Funding for Smart Technology Innovations in Agriculture
…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 technologies…
Idaho Governor May Be Next Ag Secretary
…President of potato giant Simplot International, traveling to more than 80 countries. Read the Biography of Idaho Governor C.L. “Butch” Otter. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Republicans Set for Battle Over Immigration
…agriculture. Most Democrats appear to support higher visa numbers, but labor unions have voiced concerns over the impact on U.S. jobs. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Consumers More Educated, Still Worried About GMOs
…and industry analyst. “Consumers today want to be informed and appreciate it when food companies make an effort to educate them.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Freedom Caucus Wants Nutrition Rules Overturned
…intended to limit antibiotic use in agriculture, the Food Safety Modernization Act rules, and new stocking requirements for SNAP food retailers. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Ag Groups React to Proposed GIPSA Rules
…a grenade in the building as he abandons it.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service. From: The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Jeopardizing U.S. livestock producers, USDA released…
USDA Awards $3.4 Million for Research to Increase Wheat Yields
…and plant products; animal health and production, and animal products; food safety, nutrition and health; renewable energy, natural resources and environment; agriculture systems and technology; and agriculture economics and rural…
Wheat Growers Welcome Actions on China Trade
…are made possible through producer checkoff dollars managed by 19 state wheat commissions and cost-share funding provided by USDA/Foreign Agricultural Service. For more information, visit our website at www.uswheat.org. NAWG…
AFBF Pres. Duvall Comments on Nomination of Ryan Zinke to Interior
…while national monuments policies have unfairly limited public access to critical natural resources. “We know Congressman Zinke understands these issues and are encouraged that he is committed to just and…
Almond Board: 2016 Almond Achievement Award
…the California Almond industry through long-term service, contributions or innovations. Winners are an individual with long-standing and direct involvement with the California Almond industry, who demonstrate lasting impact on and…