…to improve the accuracy and efficiency of USDA’s Agricultural Foreign Investment Disclosure Act reporting process. The senators point out that the current system, which relies on handwritten submissions and manual…
A Good Year for California Beef Industry, But Challenges Remain
During a recent California State Board of Food and Agriculture meeting, Steve Arnold, president of the California Cattlemen’s Association (CCA), shared some of the successes and struggles of the California…
California Officials Enforcing EPA Order Banning Dacthal
…citing serious health risks associated with the material. The ban, effective immediately, is being enforced by the California Agricultural Commissioners and Sealers Association (CACASA), who have quickly informed local farmers…
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…by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find out more at WGA.com. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef…
USDA Sets Sights on Expanding Ag Trade Opportunities in Morocco
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is setting sights on expanding agricultural trade opportunities in Morocco. USDA Under Secretary Alexis M. Taylor will be leading a trade mission to Casablanca,…
North American Cattle Leaders Hold Joint Meeting
Image by clearviewstock/DepositPhotos image North American cattle leaders gather for a joint meeting. The Canadian Cattle Association hosted the meeting with the U.S.’s National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) and their…
Economic Analysis Highlights Impact of Pesticide Policies on Lettuce Production
…pesticide rules will push lettuce production out of California to places like Arizona and Mexico, driving up costs for consumers and weakening the state’s agricultural economy. While the SPM framework…
Dairy Price Forecasts
A look at dairy price forecasts. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Filling milk in to plastic bottles at the factory. Image by babushkindn/DepositPhotos image World Agricultural Outlook…
PCC-DBII Offering $1.5 Million in Grants to Dairy Processors
The Pacific Coast Coalition – Dairy Business Innovation Initiative (PCC-DBII) has announced its fifth round of grants, offering $1.5 million to dairy processors in several states. Applications from processors in…
COVID Shipping Problems Remain
…during that time remain, especially when it comes to agricultural shipping. Supply chain issues have persisted since COVID, and Tiffany Comprés, a partner at Pierson Ferdinand law firm with experience…
California Contributes The Most to Total U.S. Farm Expenditures
Figures from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) show that California contributed the most to overall American farm expenditures last year. USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service reports that farm production…
Ag Groups Encourage U.S. Government to Preempt Colombian Trade Challenges
American agricultural groups are calling for preemptive action from the U.S. government to avoid potential trade challenges with Colombia. The U.S. dairy industry is worried about Colombia’s investigation into U.S….
Beneficial Ownership Information: Registration Due January 1, 2025
…will impact agricultural operations with less than 20 employees that are structured as corporations, limited liability companies, or entities registered with the secretary of state. Businesses registered before January 1…
Quarantines Updated for Invasive Pests and Diseases
…following the eradication of the two invasive species. “Last year, California experienced an unusually high population of invasive fruit flies, and the response required coordination from residents, agricultural industry members…