…Greg Ibach, Undersecretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs. “While we are confident that our overlapping safeguards will continue to keep ASF out of the United States, an enhanced surveillance program…
Californian Honored with U.S. Dairy Sustainability Award
…Verwey applied for funding through the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District’s Technology Advancement Program in order to help convert the feed-mixing system. The success with the program led…
Pilot Program for U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Coming in June
The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol that was introduced at the end of last year during the Cotton Sourcing USA Summit is now beginning to take shape. The program is intended…
USDA Inspection Rates to Increase 10%
…rates are used to cover the costs incurred by the agency in the provision of services as well as maintaining operational reserves for each program as mandated by Congress. This…
Groups React to Chlorpyrifos Ban
…for an effective Integrated Pest Management program.” “The once mighty citrus producing state of Florida has lost 70% of its production due to this disease, which is expanding exponentially in…
Last Day to Apply for Conservation Stewardship Program is May 10
…to be considered for 2019 funding. The conservation program was reauthorized through the 2018 Farm Bill, with important changes made to how the program will be administered. “CSP continues to…
Cattle Industry’s Beef Quality Assurance Program Develops, Distributes Extensive National Manual
…will lead to both a stronger individual cattle operation and a more vibrant, respected and robust cattle industry. The BQA Program is a cooperative effort between beef producers, veterinarians, nutritionists,…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 05-09-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the value of the new Dairy Margin Coverage Program,…
Chlorpyrifos Ban in California Officially Underway
…alternatives in the May Revision budget proposal. “That will go to technical assistance through Department of Food and Agriculture. It will go to really successful but oversubscribed integrated pest management…
Organic Certification Cost Aid Continues With New Farm Bill
…Certification Cost Share Program (OCCSP). Applications for fiscal 2019 funding are due Oct. 31, 2019. OCCSP received continued support through the 2018 Farm Bill. It provides cost-share assistance to producers…
Latest DATOC Report Highlights ACP/HLB Projects
…and the Asian citrus psyllid (ACP) in California citrus. The DATOC was initially formed in 2016 through a partnership between the Citrus Pest and Disease Prevention Program and the Citrus…
USDA Announces Repayment Options for Producers with Coverage in Previous MPP for Dairy
…past premiums paid, coupled with the new Dairy Margin Coverage Program and other programs, should help producers better weather the ups and downs in the industry.” Eligible dairy producers soon…
USDA APHIS Launches Interactive Map to Help Livestock Producers
…PIN or LID is required to purchase official animal identification tags. This interactive map is part of APHIS’ efforts to advance the Animal Disease Traceability (ADT) program. ADT is a…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 05-02-19
…in space, the NRCS Conservation Stewardship Program and how this year is expected to be a strong year for cotton plantings. You’ll also get an almond update on where all…