A report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) shows that family farms are still the backbone of American agriculture. USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service recently released the 2017 Census of…
Climate Goals Established by President Biden Executive Orders
…ways for better collaboration. Biden has indicated a desire to improve federal programs to help boost the adoption of climate-smart agricultural practices. “NCBA looks forward to working with President…
Potential Changes to Ag Burning Regulations in the San Joaquin Valley
…for surface harvested prunings. President and CEO of the Western Agricultural Processors Association (WAPA), Roger Isom said it has become even more difficult to comply with the District’s Ag Burn…
American Ag Exports Threatened by EU-Mercosur Trade Pact
…agreement will impact U.S. exports. “A preliminary analysis, based on presumed tariff reductions and TRQs, indicates that U.S. agricultural products that compete with MERCOSUR and EU products will be at…
The Western View: ‘Atmospheric River’ Going Over Its Banks?
…Wilcox Len Wilcox is a retired scientist who also ran a newspaper and has written for agricultural publications since the 1980s. He was a regular contributor to California Farmer Magazine….
AFBF Suggests Methodology Improvements for NASS Reports
The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) has released a report with recommendations for the USDA-National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS). AFBF has taken an in-depth look at the methodology used for…
Animal Biotech Authority Becoming Point of Contention Between Agencies
…of agricultural animal biotechnology to move to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). “Today’s Memorandum of Understanding clears a path to bring our regulatory framework into the 21st century, putting…
Industry Concerned with Proposed Increases for Mill Assessments
…to look at lower-risk pesticides,” said Roger Isom, President and CEO of the Western Agricultural Processors Association and California Cotton Ginners and Growers Association. “The Administration has said the goal…
Week in Review: Relief Provided in PPP Revision, FARMER Funding Increased in Budget
…The Funding Agricultural Replacement Measures for Emission Reductions program, known simply as the FARMER program is set to receive significant state support. The Coronavirus Food Assistance Program has been updated…
Innovation Accelerator for the Wine Industry Coming to Sonoma County
…is designed to bring industry members into close contact with innovators that have viable solutions to agricultural issues. “We’re really excited about this opportunity,” said SCW President Karissa Kruse. “It…
Biden Administration Welcomed by Agriculture Industry
…also sworn in as the first woman and first woman of color to serve as vice president. Many agricultural groups have expressed enthusiasm for working with the Biden Administration moving…
CFAP Changes Provide Additional Assistance for Producers
…of the financial burdens on American producers to ensure our agricultural economy remains strong, independent and a global leader in production,” U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue said in a…
Dr. Jewel Bronaugh Nominated for Deputy Secretary of Agriculture
…Services. The announcement has been met with significant support from a variety of agricultural industry groups. “AFBF congratulates Dr. Jewel Bronaugh on her nomination to serve as USDA Deputy Secretary,”…
DOL Issues Final Rule for H-2A Certification Program
…employers,” Assistant Secretary for Employment and Training John Pallasch said in a press release. “It is a victory for farmers, agricultural workers, and the American people, who rely on a…