…of Food and Agriculture regarding the Food Safety Modernization Act and the auditing process. “Hopefully it gets us out of a multitude of audits that are duplicate of each other…
An Orchard Becomes a Community’s Jewel
…papayas. NRCS has helped the farm implement a suite of conservation practices, including mulching, irrigation water management and nutrient management. “Huerta del Valle is committed to making a positive impact…
Farm Bureau Praises Withdrawal of Organic Livestock and Poultry Practices Rule
…of our food. The rule did not promote food safety or animal welfare. It went beyond the intent of the Organic Production Act by allowing for animal welfare standards and…
USDA/NIFA Invests in Exploratory Research
…of Zika from insects to humans in Florida and other Southern states. Through another grant, Middle Tennessee State University explored an alternative approach to sustainable bioenergy and renewable energy by…
Organic Herbs & Female Empowerment: A NRCS Success Story
…Her next project entails planting lemongrass to act as a natural pest deterrent, as well as implementing a high tunnel planned through NRCS to protect her organic basil from the…
Canada Staying Calm and Constructive Amidst Trade Talks
…for retaliation against the steel and aluminum tariffs, if warranted. Another trade official from Canada says “it’s pointless” to talk publicly about retaliation measures “until you have to act.” From…
Almond Update: NOW Mating Disruption a Viable Option
Mating disruption is becoming a viable option for navel orangeworm management. UC Cooperative Extension Integrated Pest Management Advisor David Haviland has been researching the practice with impressive results for some…
South Korea Forming Response team to U.S. Trade Protectionism
…response team. South Korea has requested to be excluded from proposed higher import tariffs on steel exports under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act, emphasizing the negative effects the…
Agri View: Meat Prices Increasing
…in four categories for the rancher. At the top of his list is administrative cost. Next comes rising labor and management expenses. Then he has to keep up with his…
USDA Offers Renewal Options for Expiring Conservation Stewardship Contracts
…expiring contracts are due by April 13. Through CSP, agricultural producers and forest landowners earn payments for actively managing, maintaining, and expanding conservation activities like cover crops, ecologically-based pest management,…
CFBF: Requiring Workers Return to Home Country Not an Option
…have family there anymore,” Little said. H.R. 4760 is the immigration reform act that’s being discussed, and it includes the AG Act that will require workers to return to their home…
USDA Announces More Local Control for School Meal Operations
…a series of recent USDA actions to expand flexibility and ease challenges for partners and stakeholders who help feed our nation’s children. Other actions include: Publishing the School Meal Flexibility…
Injunction Prohibits Component of Pest Prevention and Management Program
…males of the species, or other insects that prey on the targeted pest is still allowed, but any further action is prohibited until the CDFA certifies a revised Environmental Impact…
USDA Helps Cotton Producers Maintain, Expand Domestic Market
…producers. The program was established under the statutory authority of the Commodity Credit Corporation Charter Act. To learn more about the CGCS program, visit www.fsa.usda.gov/cgcs or contact a local FSA…