…the U.S. in light of China’s action, USA Poultry and Export Council (USAPEEC) President Jim Sumner said, “We’re always hopeful, but we’re not overly optimistic. Nevertheless, we consider it a…
Pressure Mounting in Mexico for NAFTA Round Seven
A report from Politico says the outcome of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) talks in Mexico could hinge on U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer. The question is whether…
UCCE to be a Leader in Climate Change Awareness and Education
…with individuals before diving into climate science. Another approach is that of Sarah Myhre, a climate scientist at the University of Washington who believes scientists should speak boldly about climate…
Agri View: Impact of Snow
…know and used nationwide. So although the damage may be light, it is likely to have an affect on the retail price. Again, we will not know for a while….
Syngenta Acquires Satellite Imagery Innovator
Syngenta has acquired FarmShots, Inc., a North Carolina-based innovator of high-resolution satellite imagery that detects plant health by analyzing absorbed light from field images. In a company news release (see…
Growth Energy: More Biofuels Vital to Improving U.S. Energy Outlook
…U.S. motorists in traditional light-duty vehicles. That’s an increase from 2.8 trillion miles in 2017 to 3.3 trillion miles in 2050. EIA also reports that, “Retail prices of motor gasoline…
USDA Partners with Dairy Innovation Center
…‘green light’ to interact with our agencies and centralize our various research and voluntary conservation efforts to reach their goals.” USDA’s support for agricultural and waste-to-energy research has played a…
2017 California Winegrape Crush Size Confirms Grape Supply Stability
…by 3%, driven by above average yields of Muscat of Alexander, French Colombard and Pinot Grigio. California’s Northern Interior winegrowing regions were down by over 5%, driven by light crops…
International Agri-Center Prepares For 51st World Ag Expo®
…improve their operations to meet that demand.” The 2018 World Ag Expo® will host daily events, including the Wednesday evening Bud Light After-Hours Party in the Arena, with a free…
Alternative Antibiotic Gives Piglets a Boost
…growth and health effects. This news comes at an opportune time in light of the 2017 Veterinary Feed Directive banning the use of antibiotics in swine diets for promoting growth….
Celebrating Our Feathered Friends
Everyone loves birds. Cathy Isom tells us this is a day to shine a light on some of our feathered friends. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Celebrating…
Christmas Decorations from Trash
…Take burned out lightbulbs and turn them into snowmen. Paint the glass part of the light bulb white. After it dries, either using paint or markers, give it eyes, a…
How to Plan, and Work, Your Winter Kitchen Garden
…time? You can, in your very own kitchen or other properly lighted and ventilated spaces indoors. Some veggie favorites like tomatoes, kale, radishes and more. You just need to have…
Bringing Persimmons into the Limelight
…you. Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists and their collaborators are working to bring this uncommon Asian native fruit into the limelight. In 2016, the United States exported 7.4 million pounds…