…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…
Cargill Sales and Net Earnings Higher in 2016
…in this collaborative to bring sustainability work to a larger scale. In its launch, the MRCC announced it will support and build out current programs that seek to improve soil…
Safety-Net Payments to Farmers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that many of the 1.7 million farms that enrolled in either the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) or Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs will…
Support for Rural Cooperative Businesses and Organizations
…local and community officials to increase awareness of USDA programs and help build program participation through intensive community outreach and technical assistance. This announcement is part of USDA’s observance of…
Training, Educating the Next Generation of Farmers and Ranchers
…unique educational, training, technical assistance and outreach needs,” said Sonny Ramaswamy, NIFA director. “The Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program funds projects that provide valuable tools and resources to help…
National Farm to School Month
…form healthy habits. By incorporating local foods, farm to school programs help school meal programs fulfill the updated nutrition standards with appealing and diverse offerings. And the results are impressive….
NIFA Awards Community Food Projects
…With programs such as this we are able promote efforts to decrease food insecurity through healthy diets and nutrition education.” The USDA report, Household Food Security in the United States,…
Support for Minority and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers
…across USDA agencies to improve the viability and profitability of small and beginning farmers and ranchers; improve access to USDA programs for historically underserved communities; increase agricultural opportunities for farm…
China Wants GMOs, Citizens Don’t
…the lack of confidence in its food safety programs, it’s likely to face considerable and growing opposition to a GMO program. While farmers in China do not use GM crops,…
State Proposes Regulation on Pesticide Use
…educational facility attended by secondary pupils or private kindergarten, elementary, or secondary school facilities. The term includes the buildings or structures, playgrounds, athletic fields, vehicles, or any other area of…