…groups such as the Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy, the International Dairy Foods Association and the National Milk Producers Federation to address the needs of its members, which include producers,…
Proposal to Establish a New Organic Research, Promotion, and Information Order
…certified organic products and would include a range of agricultural commodities, such as fruits, vegetables, dairy, meat, poultry, breads, grains, snack foods, condiments, beverages, and packaged and prepared foods. It…
Ad Recognizes Trump Leadership on Biofuels
…“Donald Trump’s campaign united millions of voters who care deeply about America’s leadership on clean, homegrown energy,” said Bob Dinneen, president and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association (RFA). “Strong…
Five Myths About the Veterinary Feed Directive
…in using antibiotics in species that don’t typically have a lot of antibiotics available to them, like goats, sheep, and llamas. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Senate Resolution Would Roll Back WOTUS
…the Clean Water Act is vital to protecting natural resources but then added that WOTUS took it a step too far. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Agriculture Groups Press Trump on Cuba
…that would allow private financing for the sale of agricultural products to make those goods easier to sell to the island country. In a letter, the groups say, “It’s time…
Changes Aimed at Ending the Inhumane Practice of Horse Soring
…of action devices and pads (with certain exceptions) are consistent with recommendations made by the American Veterinary Medical Association, the American Association of Equine Practitioners, and leading industry standards for…
Funding to Foster the Agricultural Science Workforce
The talent pipeline for the agricultural workforce begins well before college, and today the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture announced the availability of $858,500…
Minimum Wage, Truck Exemption Among New Laws
…2023, at which time the CHP and the Department of Motor Vehicles will report on the law’s effects to the governor and the Legislature. The California Cattlemen’s Association sponsored AB1960,…
Supreme Court Agrees to take EPA WOTUS Rule
Scott Yager, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association environmental counsel, released the following statement in response to the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to grant the cert petition for the industry coalition lawsuit…
New Board Appointees Will Join The Cotton Board
…and cotton-containing products, and is authorized by the Cotton Research and Promotion Act of 1966. USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service oversees operations of the Board. All appointees will serve three-year terms….
USDA Expands Grasslands Conservation Program
…resource-conserving grasses and other plant species to control soil erosion, improve water quality and develop wildlife habitat on marginally productive agricultural lands. CRP Grasslands participants can use the land for…
Tractor Sales Up Slightly in 2016
U.S. farmers bought more tractors in 2016, compared with 2015, according to the latest report from the Association of Equipment Manufactures. Through December, AEM says 2016 tractor sales were up…
Vilsack: Delay of Ag Secretary Pick Shows Lack of Appreciation for USDA
…many others, has now passed. Trump will be sworn into office next Friday. Meanwhile, agriculture is left hoping Trump has saved his best pick for last. From the National Association…