…as specialty crops. The projects include research, agricultural extension activities, and programs to increase demand and address the needs of America’s specialty crop industry. AMS Administrator Elanor Starmer made the…
Possible Shift of Psyllid Control Efforts in CA
…question. However in the Central Valley where it isn’t quite as widespread, containment in the urban areas is critical,” Daugherty said. “We need to maintain those control programs in urban…
USDA Moves Forward with Flawed GIPSA Rules
…The fact is that value-added programs have supported higher prices and premiums for producers even when markets are weak. The GIPSA rules would jeopardize the future of these programs and…
Domino’s Pizza Donating $1 Million to FFA
Scholarships, grants and other programs to be funded for students interested in agriculture Domino’s Pizza (NYSE: DPZ) knows that there would not be pizza if we didn’t have farmers. Now…
Almond Board: Almond Leadership Program
…leaders meeting the challenges of a changing industry. Program requirements can be viewed here. For questions or to submit your application, email Jenny Nicolau. Get all the information at: http://www.almonds.com/growers/programs-and-events/almond-leadership-program…
Advisory Committee on Animal Health Seeks Nominations for Membership
…advises the Secretary of Agriculture on strategies, policies, and programs to prevent, control, or eradicate animal diseases. The committee considers agricultural initiatives of national scope and significance and advises on…
Progress during National School Lunch Week and Farm to School Month
…The fresh, local foods offered through farm to school programs help school meal programs provide healthy, appealing, and diverse offerings. Results of the 2015 USDA Farm to School Census show…
FSA Aids Farmers Impacted by Fires
…with the USDA to help with funding for programs that help farmers. He said more cooperative agreements are on the way. “We’ve made cooperative agreements in about 28 states around…
Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research Expands Board of Directors
…for her work to infuse holistic health and diversity concepts into public sector programs and health policy discourse. Her contributions to the Kellogg Foundation since 2007 have spanned racial equity;…
Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee Members Named
…markets and food hubs. As representatives of various sectors of the industry, members bring diverse experiences and perspectives to help USDA understand the impact of its programs and how to…
Markets for U.S. Agricultural Products to Strengthen
…how to sell it,” said AMS Administrator Elanor Starmer. “FSMIP grants leverage Federal and State resources to develop innovative marketing programs to increase sales, which strengthen local economies and improve…
New Toolkit for Teachers
…are selling into local markets through schools and other institutions, farmers markets, farm stands, community supported agriculture (CSA) programs, grocery stores, and local restaurants. MyPlate, MyState is part of USDA’s…
Species of Bee Officially Endangered
…authorities to provide recovery programs and fund protection efforts. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service. Image credit: By Katja Schulz from Washington, D. C., USA (Yellow-faced Bee)…
Food Policy Action Endorses Clinton
…safety net programs for seniors and families, as well as his plans to dissolve the Food and Drug Administration.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service. From: Food…