…livestock production at subsistence and commercial levels. They produce food and cash crops and manage mixed agricultural operations often involving crops, livestock and fish farming. Some researchers note that agricultural…
Commodity Classic “Jazzed” to Welcome Agriculture Secretary
…National Corn Growers Association, American Soybean Association, National Association of Wheat Growers, National Sorghum Producers and the Association of Equipment Manufacturers. For more information on registration, housing and the schedule…
New Pistachio Cultivar Shows Early Harvest
Research is looking into new pistachio cultivars for production and two are showing promising results. One in particular could be ready for harvest before the processors are. Pistachio Cultivar Shows…
Western View: Behind the Sagebrush Rebellion
…what the heck that was all about. Well, It’s about a movement to privatize federal land. Western View: Behind the Sagebrush Rebellion Some large cattle ranches still exist as they…
TPP Report on Impacts to Agriculture
…Are the Major Ag Provisions in TPP? U.S. agricultural production occurs in each of the 50 states, and more than $150 billion worth of agricultural goods get exported. Of that,…
Agri View: Coffee, Healthy or Not?
…benefits outweigh the risks. Recent studies have generally found no connection between coffee and an increased risk of cancer or heart disease. In fact, most studies find an association between…
Record-Breaking 49th Annual World Ag Expo
…in the largest annual outdoor agricultural expo in the world, which spans over 2.6 million square feet of exhibit space. The three-day show housed over 1,500 exhibitors and hosted a…
USDA, Partners to Invest $720 Million in Conservation Projects
…million towards 84 conservation projects that will help communities improve water quality, combat drought, enhance soil health, support wildlife habitat and protect agricultural viability. These projects make up the second…
US Chamber of Commerce Joins USDA in Push to Enlist Veterans in Agriculture
The USDA has announced a joint agreement with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce to increase employment opportunities in the agricultural sector for military veterans and their spouses. The agreement establishes…
USDA Initiative Restores Forests, Reduces Wildfire Threats through Local Partnerships
…Association of Conservation Districts, where Bonnie highlighted several projects that demonstrate the power of this kind of partnership. Bonnie said, “By taking an all-lands, all-hands approach, Forest Service, NRCS, and…
Agri View: El Niño Impact
…season. Those include warmer-than-average temperatures over western and central Canada, and over the western and northern United States. Wetter-than-average conditions are likely over portions of the U.S. Gulf Coast and…
Presidents Who Farmed
…before he became President, George W. Bush – bought Prairie Chapel Ranch in Texas, which was often referred to as the “Western White House.” He still owns the ranch today….
Agri View: Weather Damage
…“When combined with snow, the winds were strong enough to create dangerous blizzard conditions.” (MORE: Goliath: The Deadliest U.S. Storm System of 2015) Executive director of the Texas Association of…
Fresh Express $500,000 for Safety Research Campaign
…fundraising efforts. Contribution of $1,000,000+ Produce Marketing Association * Taylor Farms * Contribution of $500,000 – $999,999 Washington State Tree Fruit Association California Fresh Fruit Association Dole Fresh Express, Incorporated…