…that may give farmers some relief from lower commodity prices. MetLife Agricultural Finance says, “We expect a recovery in 2017 as global consumption rises and corn and soybean supplies decline.”…
Alternate Asian Trade Pact Gains Traction
…the deal last week and Australia is still moving ahead to ratify the agreement. Vietnam is also showing interest in proceeding. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
E.U.-Canada Trade Deal In Trouble Again
…are skeptical any progress is being made due to the stubbornness of E.U. negotiators regarding various parts of the potential agreement. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
China Will Deal With Trade Dispute Appropriately
…step, as well as ongoing work in China, will continue to support a long-term and mutually beneficial trading relationship with China. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Panel Hears EPA Testimony on Glyphosate
…development was done incorrectly. A number of farmers and representatives from the agriculture industry also testified before the Scientific Advisory Panel. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Survey Shows Potential Cost of Ag Labor Pay Laws
…the new laws, Western Growers conducted a survey of its California members to capture the business decisions they are now planning and the impact on farmworkers and farm businesses. Western…
Funding for Smart Technology Innovations in Agriculture
…generation of internet-connected agricultural implements and resources through the Cyber Physical Systems program. Funding for this program is made through NIFA’s Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI), authorized by the…
Dairy Organizations Applaud Congressional Letter to FDA
A new congressional effort to prod federal regulators to crack down on the inappropriate labeling of products designed to imitate milk drew support from the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA)…
Idaho Governor May Be Next Ag Secretary
…President of potato giant Simplot International, traveling to more than 80 countries. Read the Biography of Idaho Governor C.L. “Butch” Otter. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Republicans Set for Battle Over Immigration
…want, especially in American agriculture. Most Democrats appear to support higher visa numbers, but labor unions have voiced concerns over the impact on U.S. jobs. From the National Association of…
Consumers More Educated, Still Worried About GMOs
…food and industry analyst. “Consumers today want to be informed and appreciate it when food companies make an effort to educate them.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news…
Freedom Caucus Wants Nutrition Rules Overturned
…intended to limit antibiotic use in agriculture, the Food Safety Modernization Act rules, and new stocking requirements for SNAP food retailers. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Ag Groups React to Proposed GIPSA Rules
…a grenade in the building as he abandons it.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service. From: The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Jeopardizing U.S. livestock producers, USDA released…
USDA Awards $3.4 Million for Research to Increase Wheat Yields
…NIFA Director Sonny Ramaswamy. “As demand for wheat grows with the population, wheat research plays a vital role in meeting that need. These grants help support agricultural researchers developing new…