Infrastructure and volunteers are needed to make groundwater recharge successful in California. Many in the agriculture community were disappointed that not all of the surface water storage projects were fully…
Farmers Prevented from Planting Crops on More than 19 Million Acres
…time in 2017. To help make cover crops a more viable option, USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) adjusted the haying and grazing date of cover crops, and USDA’s Natural Resources…
Plan to Use Farm Bill Funding to Support Animal Disease Prevention and Management
(USDA/APHIS) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is announcing initial plans to carry out new animal health activities using resources provided by…
Overruled: EPA Trumps California’s Cancerous Glyphosate Labeling
…correct and not misleading.” EPA notes that the claim that glyphosate is known to cause cancer does not meet the labeling requirements of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act…
The Western View: Insects Repelled by Unfamiliar Odors
…but why and how are not known. While essential oils have been used in pest management, figuring which oil is most effective has been by trial and error. The reason…
AgSharks Competition Back for Another Year
…allow farmers to continue growing sustainable and nutritious fruits, vegetables and nuts year-round.” Five finalists will be selected to pitch their ideas to a panel of AgSharks, consisting of venture…
Importance of USMCA for American Dairy Producers
…removes and reforms key trade distorting Canadian pricing policies, repealing Class 6 and 7 pricing policies and imposing more trade friendly discipline on the Canadian supply management system. It establishes…
Currency Realignment Bill Could Boost Farm Economy
…(R-MO), the Competitive Dollar for Jobs and Prosperity Act calls for the Federal Reserve to put a “market asset charge” on foreign purchases of U.S. stocks, bonds, and other assets…
One Step Away From Helping Farmers Stay in Business
…passage of the Family Farmer Relief Act sends an important signal to family farmers and ranchers that our elected officials are willing to act in these challenging times. The bill…
NCBA Applauds Introduction of the Define WOTUS Act
…Congress intends the management of America’s waters to be accomplished through cooperative federalism. NCBA appreciates the leadership or Senators Ernst and Braun, and additionally appreciates the Define WOTUS Act’s inclusion…
Easy Way to Rid Your Plants of Spider Mites
…off any new mites that may have hatched between treatments. Finally, keep plants healthy to reduce pest impact. They should continuously be well-fed, watered, and fertilized for the best results….
Trade, Consumer Demand, Impending Corn Crop Among Critical Issues for U.S. Cattle Industry
…have an impact on the upcoming U.S. cattle market, Randy Blach, CEO of CattleFax, told more than 700 attendees of the 2019 Cattle Industry Summer Business Meeting near Denver July…
The Western View: Fishy Business About Bumblebees
…Act – the ESA – protects many species, however, insects are not covered by the Act. For whatever reason they had, those legislators back in 1970 did not include bugs…
Preparing for the Next Phase of the Produce Safety Rule
…federal Food Safety Modernization Act that was passed back in 2011 meant to address foodborne illness outbreaks. Any farming operation that does not adhere to the requirements set forth in…