…my work in the 115th Congress with our dedicated and knowledgeable Chairman Conaway who leads the Committee’s important work to represent rural America. Our farmers, ranchers and growers are the…
Pig Farmers Complying with New VFD Requirements
A recent survey shows that U.S. pig farmers are complying with the new federal rules regarding antibiotic use in their animals. The November survey done by the National Pork Board…
Agri View: Future of Agriculture
…all farmers are producing such yields, but they all would like to. And most are trying. The average of farmers is now 57. They are getting older. No reason to…
Immigration Reform Good for U.S. Economy, Agriculture
Immigration reform continues to be a hot topic on the political scene and a priority for farmers and ranchers. In a session at the 2017 Annual Convention & IDEAg Trade…
Applicants for Annual Scholarship Program Sought
…call (855) 400-DCHA (3242) or email info@calfandheifer.org. The Dairy Calf and Heifer Association was founded in 1996 based on the mission to help dairy producers, calf managers and those professionally…
U.S.-Cuba Agricultural Trade Poised for Growth
…relations with Cuba could mean for American farmers and ranchers’ bottom lines. Dr. Steven Zahniser, an economist at the Agriculture Department’s Economic Research Service, set the stage by reviewing what…
Food Safety Rules Challenge Farmers on Several Fronts
…regulators know about how farmers actually use water. “Over this past year, FDA asked us to give them examples of the way farmers use water, and in almost every instance…
Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Announces Board Appointments
…establishment of 22 industry-funded research and promotion boards. They empower farmers and ranchers to leverage their own resources to develop new markets, strengthen existing markets, and conduct important research and…
Farmers Urge Their Peers to Define ‘Sustainability’ for Themselves
…can share with them what we’re doing to be sustainable,” Geigle said. As a veterinarian working in Idaho with a number of dairy farmers, Dr. Elizabeth Kohtz said she’s seen…
Trump Ag Adviser Wants Mergers Blocked
…for farmers, and stunt job growth. He adds, “These mergers would accomplish the opposite of what the President-elect ran on, and that’s greater opportunity in America.” Rastetter says the motivation…
Agri View: Slow Trade
…trade deal with Cuba that U.S. farmers had hoped for. It was supposed to be a huge financial boost for the American farmer and do great wonders for the Cuban…
Farm Bureau Distinguished Service and Founders Awards: Bob Stallman and James Quinn Honored
…important precedent for the Farm Bureau being directed by farmers and for farmers. “He got it started, and we have so much pride that it happened right here in Broome…
Farm Bureau President to Congress: Slash Regulations, Reform Immigration/Ag Labor
…energy, we are making our economy more sustainable. If farmers don’t take care of our land, we cannot stay in business.” Duvall reminded the 5,000 farmers and ranchers in attendance…
Farm Bureau Women Focusing on Leadership in 2017
…– farmers – about food and agriculture.” Citing a mantra of John Calipari, head basketball coach at the University of Kentucky, she added, “Success in any business is based on…