…to bring a level of stability to the overall cost of farm labor. “This rule shows once again President Trump’s commitment to America’s farmers by delivering lower costs when they…
Housing for the Harvest Program Continues to Expand
…organizations in the administration of the program. “Housing for the Harvest is an essential tool to help protect the health of our agricultural workers, their families and local communities, as…
More than $7 Billion Paid in Second Round of USDA Coronavirus Food Assistance Program
…increased marketing costs associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. “America’s agriculture communities are resilient, but still face many challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic. These payments directed by President Trump will…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 10-26-20
…outlining the ag priorities for the next administration, and smoke exposure stressing the need for crop insurance. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more….
Farm City Newsday Monday, 10-26-20
…NASDA outlining the ag priorities for the next administration, and smoke exposure stressing the need for crop insurance. Tune into the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more….
Farmers to Families Food Box Program Round Four Announced
…PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION NOT WITHOUT ISSUES The Farmers to Families Food Box Program has not been universally celebrated. The Government Accountability Office had recommended that USDA adjust the review process for…
Satellite Data Helping to Make More Informed Water Decisions
…level. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has been a significant collaborator in multiple different projects looking at water use. One particular area of focus has been gathering a…
Industry Groups Encourage Mandatory Labeling for Cell-Based Meat
…high.” The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and FSIS agreed to a joint framework of regulation when it comes to cell-based meat products. The agencies decided in March 2019…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 10-16-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers ARS making headway on plant-derived oils, Trump creating a water policy committee, and…
Trump Announces Subcabinet to Modernize Water Resource Management
President Donald Trump issued an executive order focused on water management and infrastructure. Under this new order, the Water Subcabinet was created and will be co-chaired by the Secretary of…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 10-16-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers ARS making headway on plant-derived oils, Trump creating a water policy committee, and…
US Officials Addressing Canadian Rules for Romaine Testing
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency recently enacted new romaine testing requirements for products originating from the Salinas Valley. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is the lead agency working…
CA Attorney General Remains Adamantly Against Raising Shasta Dam
…the State Water Resources Control Board. “The Trump Administration should stop tampering with California’s waters. BLM’s latest attempt to unlawfully raise the Shasta Dam is a poorly-cloaked move to evade…
The Western View: Compared to 1876, This Election is Tame
…the end of the Grant Administration. The agreement ended the Reconstruction Era and removed Federal troops in the southern states that were still resisting black rights. It allowed southern states…