Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the potential for hemp to be used as animal…
Potential for Using Hemp as Animal Feed
Work is being done to engage the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) about the potential that hemp provides as a food source for animals. The Hemp Feed Coalition (HFC)…
Winter Mulching – Why and How to Do it Right
…plants from the damaging conditions of winter. Winter mulching keeps the ground frozen by blocking out the warmth of the sun. When you apply the mulch, it helps keep a…
Groups Respond to China Phase One Trade News
NCBA Welcomes First Phase In U.S./China Trade Deal (NCBA) — National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) CEO Colin Woodall issued the following statement regarding today’s announcement that the U.S. and China…
Researchers Fortify Queen of the Forages with Disease Defense
Alfalfa growing in a field. ARS scientists have developed an alfalfa seed coating that works against several soilborne plant pathogens. Photo by Deborah Samac (USDA/ARS) — Alfalfa is often called…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 12-13-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering details on the House passage of the Workforce Modernization…
Industries Anxiously Watching China Relations This Weekend
…increases have already been pushed back once, and several California agriculture industries hope that happens again. Almond Board of California’s Julie Adams said there are two possible positive scenarios. “It…
Seven Trade Missions to Expand Ag Exports Planned for 2020
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will be embarking on a record, SEVEN agribusiness trade missions in 2020 to foster trade relationships and diversify export opportunities for America’s farmers and…
How to Build an Herb Spiral in Your Garden
…favorite herbs can be a challenge. Luckily, there’s an all-in-one herb growing solution that extends your growing season, increases your yields, and can save you tons of time on harvesting…
USDA to Make Funding Available in 2020 to Deploy High-Speed Broadband Internet Infrastructure in Rural America
…funding is available on page 67913 of the Dec. 12, 2019, Federal Register (PDF, 336 KB). To learn more about eligibility, technical assistance and recent announcements, visit www.usda.gov/reconnect. Additional Background:…
Almond Update: Solid State of the Industry, Call to Action Moving Forward
The 2019 Almond Conference carried a message of positivity and solidarity as the industry looks to the future. The Almond Board of California (ABC) presented several industry successes over the…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 12-12-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering details on the USMCA, the state of the almond…
Sign Up Period for Conservation Reserve Program Open Through February
Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue has announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture opened the sign up period for the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) with the deadline to apply for general…
Making Holiday Wreaths Out of Your Favorite Foods
Cathy Isom continues her series on DIY wreaths by giving you a couple of tips about how to make holiday wreaths out of some of your favorite foods. That’s coming…