…an extreme drought, according to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor, along with much of Western Texas classified in a severe drought. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Sometimes Old Technology is the Best Solution
…simple and time-tested. Pearce Flournoy (left) with NRCS Engineer Tom Hill A project at Willow Creek Ranch, near Likely, Calif., is a good example. During the recent drought, rancher Pearce…
USDA Projects Smaller Corn, Soybean Crops
…higher acres and a slightly higher yield. However, winter wheat yields are below average in the drought-affected states of Kansas, Oklahoma, and Texas. The season-average farm price is projected at…
Almond Update: Continued Almond Growth in 2017 Acreage Report
…steady growth is what they see happening for the next five years and the small drop in plantings is likely a residual effect from drought conditions. Listen to Waycott’s full…
Administrative Changes Made to the Livestock Indemnity Program
…farmers, ranchers and foresters through flexible and effective programs,” said Northey, who is in Texas today visiting with ranchers impacted by drought and wildfire. “America’s farmers feed our nation and…
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The water situation going into summer is looking a little better after March storms. However, everyone in California knows the state could be back in a drought situation next year….
GOA Issues Report on Cattle Markets
A report by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) shows supply and demand factors, such as a drought that affected the price of cattle feed, affected changes in prices of fed…
USDA to Immediately Assist Producers for Qualifying Livestock, Honeybee and Farm-raised Fish Program Losses
…help producers recover from hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria, wildfires and drought. A large portion of this assistance will be made available in federally designated disaster areas. “From Florida, Puerto…
Agri View: Unfavorable Weather Outlook
…were forecasting droughts, floods, and hot weather ahead for this summer. Today I received a feature story about a drought already showing signs in the southwest. I don’t think they…
First CRISPR Developed Foods to Hit Shelves Within 10 Years
…production of crops that have better flavor, last longer on store shelves and have increased tolerance to drought conditions. CRISPR technology is already being used in research to make crops…
Southwest U.S. Producers Facing an Expanding Drought
…Utah are affected by some level of drought as well. The drought map shows Oklahoma setting up for what looks to be the worst drought conditions in the U.S. The…
Agri View: Long Range Weather Outlook
…speculate. It is commonly the same sections, although droughts do occur anywhere. Parts of Texas, parts of Alabama and parts of Georgia are experimenting anything from mild to extreme drought…
Secretary Perdue Issues USDA Statement on Plant Breeding Innovation
…for helping protect crops against drought and diseases while increasing nutritional value and eliminating allergens,” Perdue said. “Using this science, farmers can continue to meet consumer expectations for healthful, affordable…
Farm Bureau Compares Crop Insurance to Ad Hoc Disaster
…targeted to areas impacted by a natural disaster such as a drought, hurricane or flood, and that payments are delivered directly to farmers and ranchers impacted by adverse weather…. At…