…which is not good for our farmers.” There is some concern that the increase could exacerbate the issue, increasing the attractiveness of agricultural products from both countries. President Trump also…
USDA Funds Conservation Innovation Across the Country
…of tools and technologies to boost conservation on agricultural lands. “We are funding innovation,” said NRCS Chief Matthew Lohr. “These projects are tackling some of our most critical challenges head…
Proactive IPM Projects Tackle Weevils, Leafminers, Midges
…if flight is a way the weevils can travel. Another project receiving almost $500,000 will look at a tomato leafminer called Tuta absoluta. The pest is widespread throughout Europe, Africa, western…
Voices Of The Valley Podcast: Technology and Food Safety, Part 2
This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is made possible by HarvestPort, an innovation hub and marketplace for better agricultural products, practices, and ideas. Find out more at…
Maintaining the Integrity of the Organic Seal
…the Department of Agriculture to shore up the tools that they have to pursue enforcement in the marketplace,” said Laura Batcha, CEO and Executive Director of the Organic Trade Association. …
Potential for Using Hemp as Animal Feed
…is working with the FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine and the Association of American Feed Control Officials in an effort to bring hemp-based ingredients through the feed approval process. The…
Groups Respond to China Phase One Trade News
NCBA Welcomes First Phase In U.S./China Trade Deal (NCBA) — National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) CEO Colin Woodall issued the following statement regarding today’s announcement that the U.S. and China…
Researchers Fortify Queen of the Forages with Disease Defense
…genetically resistant alfalfa varieties available to farmers. Now, a team of Agricultural Research Service (ARS), University of Minnesota (UM) and Donald Danforth Plant Science Center (DDPSC) scientists is exploring a…
‘Very Large’ Chinese Trade Agreement Reached
…had been reached via Twitter, which will include “massive purchases” of American agricultural products. The U.S. will be canceling a scheduled increase in tariffs while maintaining a 25 percent tariff…
Seven Trade Missions to Expand Ag Exports Planned for 2020
…experts from USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service evaluate and select a combination of new and growing markets that offer the best prospects for U.S. agricultural farm and food exports. McKinney highlighted…
Sign Up Period for Conservation Reserve Program Open Through February
…plant species to control soil erosion, improve water quality and develop wildlife habitat on marginally productive agricultural lands. The program has 22 million acres enrolled, but with the 2018 Farm…
House Passage of Immigration Bill Heartens Farm Bureau
…would improve agricultural visa programs and accommodate immigrant agricultural employees already in the United States, while enhancing border security. “Though we’re heartened by the House vote, we realize there’s a…
Understanding Soil Biology Critical for Farming Systems
https://youtu.be/JTRgB5vpFeo The agricultural industry has made significant strides in recognizing the importance of soil biology and maximizing the value of the microbial ecosystem within the soil in recent years. A…
Farming Couples from Tehama and Napa Counties Earn Young Farmer and Rancher Awards
…to young agricultural professionals who contribute through involvement in agriculture, leadership activities and Farm Bureau. Seth Duivenvoorden, a third-generation farmer, said he “wears every hat” at the family’s Duivenvoorden Farms,…