…although as of November 2013 none were on the market. There is general scientific agreement that food from genetically modified crops is not inherently riskier to human health than conventional…
Food and Ag Groups Express Optimism for New Opportunities in Cuba
…sustainable natural resource management. Secretary Vilsack called the announcement “a significant step forward in strengthening our bond and broadening agricultural trade between the United States and Cuba.” As food and…
Historic Agreements for U.S.-Cuba Agriculture Sectors
Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Announces Historic Agreements for U.S.-Cuba Agriculture Sectors As part of President Obama’s historic trip to Cuba to further normalization of relations, advance commercial and people-to-people ties, and…
Confusing Chicken Labels
…are optimal during the brooding phase – the time before they lose their soft, downy fuzz and begin to mature. Placement of chicks can seem surprising to those who’ve never…
NCGA Disappointed with Senate Vote
…a bipartisan agreement on this in the near future, and will continue working with Chairman Roberts and Senator Stabenow to realize this possibility. “The impending implementation of a patchwork of…
Agri View: Real Horse Power
…and Canada, and even overseas. Horse Progress Days began in 1994 as a way for these manufacturers to showcase their equipment. The annual modern horse-powered farming trade show offers farmers…
Growing Organics? FSA Can Help
…products, which in 2015 was valued at $39.1 billion by the Organic Trade Association. Many organic farmers and ranchers receive premium prices for organic products by following USDA-defined standards that…
Today is National Ag Day
…enter that trade. If a girl received an item for a trade, it meant she would marry a person from that trade. Pretty Peachy Peaches are a good source of…
Beef and Beef Products to Peru
…Froman. “Not many years ago, there was little American beef going to Peru, but through the U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement, and agreements like this, we are seeing increased demand for…
Agri View: Farm Family Honor
…is a rapidly decreasing trade. While over half of family farms have an off-farm income, the private domestic product fell from 35% to 5.8%, with a GNP rising to 40…
Agri View: Avian Flu…Again?
…and guinea fowl, as well as a wide variety of other birds. Avian influenza findings can negatively impact poultry trade, so APHIS and its partners work together to protect the…
Agri View: Elections and Choices
…We also had many chime in with milk prices, climate change and immigration. All important agricultural issues impacting our ag community. Here are the poll results: Trade – 13% WOTUS-…
Five Lessons for California from Australia’s Drought
…and Melbourne. Here are some key takeaways: 1. Don’t underestimate efficiency and conservation Sometimes the best solutions are the simplest, and this proved true in Australia where much was gained…
Networking and Education at Citrus Showcase
…on investment for membership in CCM. CCM engages in matters ranging from trade, to air quality regulations, pest and disease issues, pesticide regulation, labor, water, and federal and state legislation…