…The report finds that most of the job losses would affect workers holding lower-skilled occupations, including production workers in manufacturing and agriculture and lower-wage workers in services industries. The report…
Farmers Union Releases Priorities for Farm Bill
…four years, but devastating wildfires, hurricanes, and other natural disasters continue to punish agricultural communities,” said the Board. “Trade policies continue to promote the sale of farm products at prices…
USDA-APHIS to Review Research for Determination of Non-Regulated Status for Ultra-Low Gossypol Cottonseed
…market for cottonseed.” According to Dr. Kater Hake, Vice President of Agricultural and Environmental Research at Cotton Incorporated, “the only difference between ULGCS and conventional cottonseed is the low gossypol…
Two Dairy Leaders Join Dairy Council of CA Board
…dairyman and state leaders. Van Groningen also serves on the board of Western United Dairymen. He received a bachelor’s degree in agricultural business and management from California Polytechnic State University,…
CCOF Annual Conference to Focus on Organic Hotspots
…will conclude with a keynote speech from Glenda Humiston, Vice President of the University of California Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources. Studies by Penn State Agricultural Economist Dr. Edward…
U.S. Cotton Industry Contributions to Cotton USA Play Critical Role in Developing Export Markets
…for U.S. cotton fiber, yarn and other cotton products, and are an invaluable supplement to the funding from the USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service’s Market Access Program (MAP) and Foreign Market…
NPPC Commends USDA for Maintaining Essential Livestock Market Programs
…by USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service, is the sole source of market information on sales to packers of cattle, swine and lambs and on the subsequent sale of meat products. Inspection…
Secretary Perdue Outlines USDA Services in the Event of a Government Shutdown
…of research findings; Job Corps operations unless directed otherwise by Department of Labor. Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS): In the event of a lapse in appropriation – among other duties listed…
USDA Announces Plenary Speakers for the 2018 Agricultural Outlook Forum
…program and sessions for the 94th Annual Agricultural Outlook Forum. Register at USDA 2018 Agricultural Outlook Forum Registration. The forum offers discounted room block rates through Monday, January 29, 2018….
USDA/NIFA Announces Support for Biomass Genomics Research
…support for research in plant feedstock genomics for bioenergy. NIFA’s support is funded through the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI), which aims to address challenges in food and agricultural…
USDA Announces a Near-Record Year for Farm Loans
Infusing Rural Communities with Stronger Businesses and Sounder Agricultural Economies The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) announced another year of high activity in its farm loan…
Ag Coalition Formed to Support NAFTA
…President Trump and Congressional leaders understand the “importance of preserving and modernizing” NAFTA to America’s agricultural economy. As part of the effort, the coalition will be launching an educational campaign…
Assistance Available to Agricultural Producers through the Conservation Stewardship Program
Agricultural producers wanting to enhance current conservation efforts are encouraged to apply for the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP). Through CSP, USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) helps private landowners build…
Almond Board: Best Management Practices During Bloom
…best management practices (BMPs) they developed and recommend to growers. ABC’s Director of Agricultural Affairs, Bob Curtis says BMP’s start with good communication and have strong recommendations on insecticide use…