…points, and the Sugar Price Index averaged 227.9 points in May, down 5.4 points from April and marking a 13-month low. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Trump Administration Reviewing Sage Grouse Plans
…flexible and to allow the states and the federal land management agencies to work together” on both energy development and conservation. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
R-CALF Seeking U.S. Investigation into JBS Scandal
…to manipulate the cattle markets in 2015 and 2016, causing fed cattle prices to fall by more than $850 per head. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Senate Committee to Consider E-15 Waiver Legislation
…move would increase market access opportunities for higher blends of ethanol by allowing retailers to sell E-15 and higher blends year-round. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Trump Waterways Commitment Needs Funding
…industry lobbied for in 2014 in a trust, unused. The industry touted the tax as a way to improve waterways infrastructure. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Agri View: Big Farm, Small Farm
Everett Griner talks about the difference between a big farm, small farm, and a medium sized farm in America in today’s Agri View. Big farm, small farm….
Food Safety Practices and Costs Under the California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement
Linda Calvin, Helen Jensen, Karen Klonsky, and Roberta Cook USDA Economic Research Service What Is the Issue? Foodborne illness linked to contaminated produce is a public health concern. The Food…
USDA Helps Expand Rural Broadband Infrastructure in Four States
Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue announced that USDA is awarding four loans to help provide broadband service in rural portions of California, Illinois, Iowa and Texas. “Too many rural areas still…
Nutrition Subcommittee Evaluates Technology and Modernization of SNAP
…the committee heard from a variety of witnesses on the ways technology and modernization improve the customer experience, streamline delivery of services and ease the administrative burden. This hearing is…
Agri View: Food Cost Drops in 2016
Everett Griner talks about food cost dropping in 2016 in today’s Agri View. More than one agency keeps a tab on what we in…
Organic Research Institution Launches Industrial Hemp Research Project
…Jeff Moyer, executive director of Rodale Institute, said the project could provide the “opportunity to expand farmers crop rotation while helping farmers combat weed pressure, improve soil health, and sequester…
Former Ag Secretary Working on Milk Export Program with China
…the U.S. Dairy Export Council helped develop a new registry program that is gaining approval by U.S. and Chinese regulatory authorities. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Pork Checkoff Builds Momentum for Secure Pork Supply Plan
…help America’s pig farmers respond quickly and successfully to a major threat, such as a foreign animal disease (FAD). The plan will enhance communication and coordination of all pork chain…
NFU Urges Immediate Adoption of Farmer Fair Practices Rules
…no place in agriculture, and that are prohibited by the Farmer Fair Practices Rules. We urge the USDA to finalize the rules immediately on behalf of our nation’s family farmers…