…advance innovation, improve infrastructure, and enhance sustainable production of fertilizer. Finally, the report states the fertilizer industry is two times as safe as peer industries. From the National Association of…
USDA Seeking Dismissal of OTA Lawsuit
…is blocking necessary rule clarifications and the strengthening of organic production practices.” The Organic Trade Association calls the delays of the final rule by USDA “unlawful,” and says the group…
California Coffee Industry Gaining Ground
…in. Most American coffee production has historically taken place in Hawaii. Farmers in California have started taking interest in producing high-value coffee beans after realizing the sub-tropical plants have the…
How Dairy Farmers Are Helping Us Meet Our Climate Goals
…power 757 homes for one year! Along with energy production, these three projects will collectively reduce an estimated 503,990 metric tons of carbon dioxide-equivalent over 10 years, which is equal…
2018 USDA Ag Outlook Forum Offers Pre-Forum Field Trips on Farming and Research
…trip will showcase best practices for soil health in crop fields, livestock grazing, and reducing soil erosion and runoff in the barnyard. USDA’s Farm Production and Conservation leaders will discuss…
Growth Energy: More Biofuels Vital to Improving U.S. Energy Outlook
…to engine – but that the level of carbon savings is rising with each passing year thanks to innovations in biofuel production and precision agriculture. We must reduce emissions in…
U.S. Cattlemen’s Association Wants Beef Defined
…American Meat Institute also made it a hot topic at the recently held International Production and Processing Expo in Atlanta, Georgia. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
USDA Helps Dairy and Beef Industries Reach More Domestic and Global Markets
…Dairy FARM Program to ensure that farmers demonstrate a commitment to quality farm management practices and safe, wholesome dairy products. AMS also announced it has finalized the Beef Cattle Production…
Secretary of Agriculture Hears California Concerns at World Ag Expo
…the rest of the farmers in the U.S. and again, looking to continue in the deregulatory environment to reduce the kind of regulations that are impediments to the safe production…
Sales Closing Dates Near for Most Crops
…and ranchers and their ability to bounce back from adverse conditions,” said Farm Production and Conservation Acting Deputy Under Secretary Robert Johansson. “Crop insurance is central to a strong farm…
President’s Infrastructure Plan Paves Way for Boosting Rural Economy, Farm Bureau Says
…U.S. agriculture’s place as a world leader in production. We also applaud the administration for placing the decisions of how these dollars should be spent back at the local level….
What the Budget Bill Means for Farmers and Ranchers
…livestock because of wildfires and hurricanes last year. Politico says America’s dairy and cotton producers also have been looking for subsidy increases because of a serious economic downturn. The bill…
Ag Committee Leaders Praise Bipartisan Budget Act
…net for cotton and dairy farmers.” He says they have more work to do on behalf of America’s farmers during the development of the 2018 farm bill. From the National…
NCC Survey Suggests U.S. Producers to Plant 13.1 Million Acres of Cotton in 2018
…the lower production costs relative to cotton. While cotton prices have improved relative to other crops, cottonseed prices are at the lowest level since the 2006 marketing year, thus increasing…