…agency has made over 900 investments in the last two years in local food infrastructure that connects farmers with local markets. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
France Facing 30-year Low in Wheat Yields
…to the woes of French farmers. France is currently the top wheat exporter in the EU, but that status is in jeopardy. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news…
Make Plans to Talk with Lenders before Machinery Purchases
…if it’s affordable.Loans for farm equipment are available at historically low-interest rates, and prices on equipment—especially used machines—are at sharp discounts. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Farmers Business Network Announces $20 Million in Funding
…manufacturer direct prices on farm inputs. The new round of fundraising brings total funding to nearly $48 million for the services. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Agri View: Consuming GMO Crops
…and on agricultural practices around the world? Can they help feed and preserve the health of the Earth’s burgeoning population? Q: Who’s eating biotech foods? A: In all likelihood, you…
Fresno County Ag Value Declines in 2015
…Overall, agricultural production in Fresno County totaled $6.61 billion, showing a 6.55 percent decrease from 2014’s $7.04 billion. “The strength of Fresno County’s agricultural industry is based upon the diversity…
Wal-Mart donated $1 Million for Conservation Efforts by Rice Farmers
…with conservation practices. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service. From: Ducks Unlimited More rice producers will have the opportunity to increase sustainability and profitability on their farms…
China Extends Cotton Stockpile Sales
…China’s massive stockpiles, accumulated through an abandoned price support scheme, were overshadowing world cotton markets. Up until this year, China was the world’s top cotton purchaser. From the National Association…
No GMO Wheat Found in South Korea Imports
…shipments of U.S. wheat and flour for GMO traits and reject the shipments if any rogue strain of wheat is detected. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Study Says Consumers Support GMO labeling
…surveyed just more than 1,000 adults and was conducted July 21st-25th, before President Obama signed the labeling law on July 29th. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
House says ‘No Reason’ to Hold TPP Vote
…labor provisions. Ryan was doubtful that the changes would happen, providing a grim outlook for getting approval for the trade agreement. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Farmland Values Dip Amid Lower Crop Prices
…In February, USDA said declining commodity prices will push farm income down 2.8 percent to $54.8 billion this year, less than half of the 2013 record. From the National Association…
Group GAP And Food Safety
USDA Good Agricultural Practices are now available for small and mid-sized farmers in group form as a means of food safety certification. Rod Bain reports. Group GAP And Food Safety…
Wine Industry a Boone for California, U.S., Economies
…economic force across the nation. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service. Learn more about the study commissioned by the Wine Institute and California Association of Winegrape Growers….