…upheld a lower court ruling that dismissed the lawsuit. The six states involved in the suit were Iowa, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Alabama, and Kentucky. From the National Association of Farm…
CAWG Elects New Board Members
The California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG) has announced the election and re-election of members to its board of directors. CAWG is governed by 28 growers in seven districts who…
First Organic Grower to be President of Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau
…he joined the Peace Corps and worked with farmers in Western Samoa. When Tom returned to the United States he got a job with the Environmental Protection Agency in San…
More Than 100 Million Dead Trees in California
…situation in the southeast demonstrates, the problem of shrinking budget capacity is felt across the U.S., not only in the western states. The health of our forests and landscapes are…
Lone Star Ranch Named 2016 California Leopold Conservation Award® Recipient
…on our agricultural lands is an extremely important endeavor as we in agriculture strive to be the best stewards of our farms and ranches. We are honored to help recognize…
Mexico Loaded Up on Corn Ahead of U.S. Election
…10 million metric tons or more of corn each year. Mexico is the number one buyer of U.S. corn and pork. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Ousted Kansas Representative Wants Top USDA Post
…relationship with congressional leaders.” Glickman says: “You cannot have burned bridges,” adding “You have to work with Congress” as USDA Secretary. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Conaway Open to Farm Bill Split
…opposed by many farm and anti-hunger groups. Before the election, Farm Bill talks were expected to start sometime in early 2017. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Rural Mainstreet Index Still Weak for November
…straight month the index has languished below growth neutral 50.0. The November farm equipment-sales index increased to 15.4 from 13.1 from October. “Weakness in farm income and low agricultural commodity…
Back to the Future? H-2A Program Growth
…non-immigrant foreign workers for seasonal agricultural labor. The program provides temporary visas to workers and requires the employer to provide approved housing among other specifications. University of California Davis professor…
Bayer Taking Steps to Fund Monsanto Acquisition
…in the European Union in the first quarter of next year and to U.S. authorities by the end of this year. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Lawmakers Mixed on WRDA Lame-duck Changes
…be included for the deal to clear the Senate. Inhofe said he was still “optimistic there will be a deal” during the lame-duck session. From the National Association of Farm…
Canada Cattle Producers urge Trade Fight if Trump Revives COOL
…billion in trade retaliations by Canada. Canadian Cattlemen’s Association spokesperson John Masswohl says: “We’re watching, and if we think it discriminates against our cattle, our recommendation is going to be…
New Zealand Wants to Talk Trade with Trump
…Zealand’s Parliament approved legislation last week allowing the nation to join TPP, despite the likelihood the trade deal will not proceed. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….