…total of $1.5 billion is being made available in fiscal year 2024. RCPP initiatives benefit farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners by promoting conservation strategies, saving costs, generating revenue, and enhancing…
Food Prices Halt Seven-Month Decline
…driven by higher price indices for vegetable oils, dairy products, and meat. That slightly more than offset decreases in those for sugar and cereals. Before the uptick in March following…
U.S. Trade Gap Hits $68 Billion
…of $729 million in the foods, feeds, and beverages category of national exports. Soybean exports dropped by $1.9 billion, wheat dropped by $429 million, and dairy products by $97 million….
HPAI Infection Found in Ohio Dairy Cattle
Another state confirms bird flu in dairy cattle. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Veterinarian checking dairy cattle By pressmaster/DepositPhotos image Ohio now has its first case of…
Investments in Renewable Energy and Fertilizer Production
…costs, generate income, and create jobs for farmers, ranchers, and rural businesses. “USDA is committed to ensuring farmers, ranchers and small businesses are directly benefitting from both a clean energy…
USDA Seeks Partnerships to Expand Conservation on Grazing Lands
…will expand technical assistance for farmers and ranchers engaged in grazing activities, fostering peer-to-peer networks and providing financial support for mentors. Eligible entities include nonprofit organizations, farmer or rancher organizations,…
Details of the Bipartisan Farm Transition Act of 2024
…States over the next two decades. This commission, consisting of 10 members, would study and make recommendations on various aspects of transitioning agricultural operations to the next generation of farmers…
Human Case of HPAI Found in Texas
…professionals have confirmed the a rare of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in a human. The infected person is a worker at a dairy in Texas, the state where HPAI was…
California Ag Leaders Back from South Korea Trade Mission
…towards potentially new market access for California nectarines.” She said there was strong interest in U.S. fruit and vegetables, nuts, dairy and eggs, coffee, and distilled spirits. Pet foods and…
New Liaisons to Ensure Compliance with the Federal Seed Act
…the initiative is to promote competition in the seed industry, while helping to support farmers, seed companies, and independent plant breeders. “USDA is also committed to boosting the farmer’s voice…
Production Challenges and Opportunities for California Prune Growers
…Manager Sarah Castro said that varieties including the patented UC Yolo Gold and J2N cultivars will support farmers through difficult periods like crop failure. “Sometimes there can be crop failures…
Deadline Extended to April 26 for Conservation Stewardship Program
Farmers and ranchers still have time to apply for conservation assistance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Last week, USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) extended the deadline for…
Expert on Domestic Corporate Ag Land
…prevents younger farmers and farmers with less capital from purchasing land,” she said. “It takes people out of rural communities and sends them off in other places.” The Center for…
Bird Flu Found in Texas Dairy Cows, NCBA Issues Statement
…dairy industry contributes roughly $50 billion in economic activity across the state. Texas also ranks fourth in milk production nationwide and continues to be a key player in the dairy…
