Two significant trade moves were made over the weekend which are generating mixed responses from the agricultural industry. First, an “agreement in principle” was reached between the U.S. and Japan…
An ARS Focus on the Northern Plains: Finding New Ways to Beef Up Our Cattle
…dioxide (CO2) levels in the atmosphere continue to increase and while that stimulates plant growth, it also means plants have less nitrogen, which is a key nutrient. Agricultural Research Service…
Ag Groups Celebrate Trade Agreement with Japan
…trade front. “Top U.S. agricultural exports to Japan currently include beef, corn, pork, soybeans and wheat. We appreciate the Administration’s work to secure greater access for these farm goods and…
Another China Tariff Announcement Signals More Trouble
…takes the situation in the exact wrong direction. “The U.S. exported $19.5 billion of agricultural products to China in 2017. Agricultural exports to China were reduced to $9.1 billion in…
The Western View: September is California Wine Month
…There’s more than 100 events going on, all to celebrate a California agricultural product that is enjoyed around the world. To find an event near you, visit California wines dot…
Evaluating the Potential of Beneficial Ants in Agricultural Production
…for agricultural production in some instances, although more work will be required to better emphasize their beneficial qualities. “It’s definitely more of a counterintuitive perspective. I think most people and…
Analyzing Genomes to Improve Disease Control in Poultry
…field strains in U.S. commercial flocks. To help improve the control of Marek’s disease, veterinary medical officer John Dunn and his team at the Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Avian Disease and Oncology Laboratory in…
Industry Sees What Damage Stink Bug Can Do
…With few natural predators and a wide host range – including apples, pears, cherries, corn, tomatoes, grapes and a variety of landscape trees – the population eventually moved into agricultural…
California Table Olives Look to Bounce Back in 2019
The 2019 forecast for California olives is a welcomed sight after last year’s disastrous season. USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) issued the official 2019 California Table Olive Forecast that’s…
Using the California Agritourism Website from UC ANR
…new income stream opportunity as interest and demand for agricultural tourism continues to grow. UC ANR is now offering a tool compiling multiple areas of information through its California Agritourism…
DPR/CDFA Announce Team for Chlorpyrifos Alternatives
…local county agricultural commissioner (CAC), PDF may use products containing chlorpyrifos. Chlorpyrifos has been prohibited by U.S. EPA for virtually all residential uses since December 31, 2001. Source: California Department…
Opportunities for U.S. Agricultural Exports in Canada
…in 2018, accounting for more than 15 percent of total U.S. agricultural exports to the world. Canada is the only market where U.S. agricultural exports have consistently exceeded $20 billion…
Perdue Statement on Meeting with Guatemalan Ministers
…and Guatemala to improve H-2A visa program operations. Following the meeting, Secretary Perdue issued the following statement: “America’s farmers and ranchers need a legal and reliable agricultural workforce, and we…
Farmers Prevented from Planting Crops on More than 19 Million Acres
WASHINGTON, (USDA/FSA) – Agricultural producers reported they were not able to plant crops on more than 19.4 million acres in 2019, according to a new report released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture…