…including talks with Canada on dairy issues, as the U.S. dairy industry wants Canada to abandon its dairy supply management program, a move Canada has repeatedly shot down. Those talks…
Water Works: Maximizing Soil Moisture
In today’s Water Works, brought to you by AquiMax, maximizing soil moisture can be an integral part of general water management strategies. As energy and water rates are substantial components…
Cotton Growers Prepare for 2018 Producer Information Exchange Tour
…provide perspective on the fundamentals of production. Participants are able to ask questions regarding things like fertilization, planting, irrigation and pest control in-person, and then take that information back to…
ASTA Promotes Safe Handling and Storage of Treated Seed during Harvest
…yields,” said ASTA President & CEO Andrew LaVigne. “Farmers and applicators know the importance of proper management to minimize the risk of pesticide exposure to humans and the environment. This…
U.S., Mexico, Leaving Canada behind in NAFTA Talks
…hopeful progress with Mexico will pressure Canada to act or even concede on trade issues, like it’s dairy supply management system. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
NAFTA Renegotiation Showing Signs of Progress
…dairy supply management system, a goal for the U.S. as part of the negotiations, remains “unacceptable,” according to trade officials from Canada. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News…
NCGA Seeking Good Steward Nominations
…farm of demonstrating the economic and conservation value of soil management.” This year anyone can nominate a candidate for recognition if they are a corn grower member of the association….
Study: Farmers Will Buy Less Crop Insurance if it Costs More
…study says such claims may be convenient for special interest groups hoping to weaken the risk-management tool by making it more expensive. However, those claims aren’t correct. Dr. Josh Woodard…
Almond Update: Curtis Retiring, Recounts Greatest Accomplishments
…with water management and bee-friendly practices. He thanks the partners that have worked with the board over the years and says ABC’s accomplishments wouldn’t have been possible without them. Listen…
Livestock Groups Highlight Misuse of Environmental Laws
…and the opportunities for productive range management practices. All of the livestock groups present say that litigation through the National Environmental Policy Act and the Equal Access to Justice Act…
Benefits of Sustainably Harvesting Non-timber Forest Products
…Service report helps fill this gap and guides readers through the laws and regulations at the local, state and federal levels that complicate sustainable management and conservation of these important…
Canada Dairy Group Expresses Need to be Vigilant Regarding Trade
…be vigilant.” The U.S. wants Canada to make changes to its dairy supply management system through the NAFTA renegotiation, however Canada has maintained that it will not do so. From…
Water Works: Distressing News for San Joaquin River Water Users
…same time, this very difficult situation is coming down the pike on the surface water supplies, the rivers, our farmers are also struggling with the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act, which…
Mexico and Canada Want NAFTA Conclusion This Year
…proposed changes to Canada’s dairy supply management system are “unacceptable.” Canada points out it is the second largest export market for U.S. dairy products after Mexico, and that the products…