…been culled after the recent outbreak, which began in November, and most are egg-laying hens. The U.S. Department of Agriculture sent an email to members of the egg industry, saying…
Agri View: Cellular Agriculture
Everett Griner talks about cellular farming being the way of the future in today’s Agri View. Cellular Agriculture For those that are concerned the world population when it reaches seven…
U.S.-Cuba Agricultural Trade Poised for Growth
…sales of agriculture products from the U.S. to Cuba in 2016,” said Zahniser. He and other economists look to U.S. trade with the Dominican Republic as a model for what…
Food Safety Rules Challenge Farmers on Several Fronts
…Safety Modernization Act’s produce rules, according to Bob Ehart, senior policy and science advisor with the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture. Ehart spoke to farmers and ranchers from…
USDA Seeks National Mango Board Nominees
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is seeking membership nominations for six seats on the National Mango Board. Applications for the seats are due Feb. 22,…
Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Announces Board Appointments
…Deming, N.M.; and David Mayhue of Fayetteville, Ark. Board members selected by the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture administer the program. USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) provides oversight of the National…
Farm City Newsday Podcast for January 09
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Sabrina Hill. To listen or subscribe [display_podcast] Subscribe in a reader…
Syngenta Calls Palmer Amaranth No. 1 Weed to Watch For
…that integrates a portfolio of herbicides together with complementary practices like crop rotation. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service. Image courtesy of UC Agriculture and Natural Resources…
Entrepreneurs Share Insights for Taking on Investors
…Business Investment Companies, which allow the Agriculture Department to facilitate private equity investments in agriculture-related businesses. Justin Renfro of Kiva moderated the panel, which was comprised of Michael Koenig, president…
Farm Bureau Distinguished Service and Founders Awards: Bob Stallman and James Quinn Honored
…He was appointed by both the George W. Bush and Obama administrations to serve on the advisory committee for the U.S. Trade Representative, and worked with Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack…
Farm Bureau Women Focusing on Leadership in 2017
…– farmers – about food and agriculture.” Citing a mantra of John Calipari, head basketball coach at the University of Kentucky, she added, “Success in any business is based on…
Farm Groups Touting Benefits of Agricultural Trade
…for U.S. producers through new agreements. As the Trump Administration assembles its team and policies, U.S. agricultural trade interests must be maintained, not only in existing markets but by expanding…
Farm City Newsday Podcast for January 06
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Sabrina Hill. To listen or subscribe [display_podcast] Subscribe in a reader…
Bayer Honors Robert Hutmacher as 2017 Cotton Specialist of the Year
…Texas A&M University and a doctorate in crop physiology from Texas Tech University. Bayer is committed to bringing new technology and solutions for agriculture and non-agricultural uses. For questions concerning…