…to impose a 25 percent tariff on $50 billion worth of U.S. goods, including soybeans, corn, beef, and other agricultural products. National Farmers Union (NFU), a family farmer-led organization who…
The California Kitchen: Southwestern Street Corn
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Southwestern Street Corn with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 2 C Corn 1/2 C Parmesan…
First CRISPR Developed Foods to Hit Shelves Within 10 Years
…first companies to offer produce that has been developed using CRISPR technology. The company also recently attracted the attention of Monsanto for the development of corn, soybeans, wheat, cotton and…
Farmers for Free Trade Continues Ad Campaign Aimed at President Trump
…critical ag exports. The new spot features Indiana corn and soybean grower Brent Bible, whose soy operation relies on exports to China, as do many more across the country. “I’m…
KORUS Agreement a Relief to Agriculture
…South Korea is also a top-five importer of U.S. corn, buying more than 5.3 million metric tons in the last marketing year, which is more than 200 million bushels. Under…
Agri View: Spotted Lanternfly- A New Insect to Fear
…Department of Agriculture Right now the public is being alerted to be aware of the Spotted Lantern Fly. It not only is a threat to corn and soybeans. It is…
USDA Developing Product Possibilities for Almond Waste
…a hard cider, beer, or tea. The sugar could also be used as an alternative to high-fructose corn syrup as an ingredient, or as a food source for honeybees during…
Appropriations Bill Agreed Upon by Congress, Contains Section 199A “Fix”
…especially with the recent rally in corn and soybean prices. Ag Secretary Sonny Perdue says the spending plan contains a number of USDA priorities. “Fixing the so-called ‘grain glitch’ problem…
John Deere Concerned About Trade Retaliation
…American agricultural products. CEO Sam Allen says, “If China no longer buys U.S. soybeans or Mexico no longer purchases U.S. corn, that would be really bad for our customers and…
Colombia Increases Ethanol Mandate to 10 Percent
…terms of the U.S.–Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement, but the government’s current low-carbon fuel standard discriminates against corn-based ethanol. Still, some U.S. refineries can meet the greenhouse gas emission reductions required…
Crops Hold Onto Harmful Mutations That Reduce Productivity
…and breeding, according to a study published in the journal Nature. These ears of corn demonstrate some of the differences mutations maintained at the Maize Genetics Cooperation Stock Center. Photo…
Top Vegetable Varieties for 2018
…habaneros. Sweet Corn was # 3. Pak Choi, also known as Bok Choy, came in at # 4. A number of different tomato varieties won awards for All American Selection…
Farmers Seek Syngenta Lawsuit Settlement Approval
…$1.51 billion settlement with Syngenta. The lawsuit includes farmers, grain handlers and ethanol plants nationwide that sold corn after September 15, 2013. Reuters reports that lawyers for the plaintiffs said…
The California Kitchen: Asparagus Succotash
…Asparagus 1/2 C Diced Onion Sweet Corn(Fresh) TT Salt and Pepper For this and many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or stream it on…