…Administrator Elanor Starmer. “There’s so much consumer interest in buying local, and these grant programs help build that connection. Whether it’s through farmers markets, food hubs, restaurants or grocery stores,…
Organic Research and Extension Programs Funding
…programs. Previously funded projects include a University of Florida study on sustainable organic strawberry cropping systems for the Southeastern U.S. and a Montana State University project that examined the resilience…
Poultry and Soy Groups in Cuba This Week
…and promotion programs to conduct research and analysis activities in Cuba. Since limited ag trade with Cuba was first permitted in 2000, the country is now the fourth biggest export…
AFB Pres. Duvall on Urban Ag Act of 2016
…that more Americans want to become farmers. Whether it is access to technical, marketing and educational materials, securing the capital investment to start new ag enterprises or navigating regulations that…
Food Security in the United States in 2015
…food insecurity at times during the year, meaning their access to adequate food is limited by a lack of money and other resources. USDA’s food and nutrition assistance programs increase…
Canada Investigating PEDv Outbreak in Manitoba
…boost biosecurity measures as follow-up programs are launched on 220 hog operations in the province. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is also conducting its own investigation to determine the movements…
NFU Joins in Promoting Safe Practices
…and Health Week. President Barack Obama designated farm safety week to reaffirm support for programs and practices that promote health and safety on America’s farms. “We’re glad to see the…
Vilsack Announces New Initiatives to Address Rural Opioid Epidemic
Initiatives by the U.S. Department of Agriculture seek to combat the rural opioid epidemic. Announced Monday, two programs by USDA were formed to strengthen outreach and education resources at the…
Funding for 2016 “CalAgPlate” Grant Program
…As a result of the CalAgPlate program more than $475,000 has been dedicated to supporting youth educational activities since the program’s inception.” Funding is available on a competitive basis for…
CDFA Collaborates on Draft ‘Vibrant Communities and Landscapes’
…use in State climate change programs and other initiatives that support the State’s long-term environmental goals. Vision As the State works toward its 2030 and 2050 climate change goals, its…
Talk of a 2017 Farm Bill?
…state lawmakers are hoping the safety net programs in the 2014 farm bill can help carry producers through low prices, soaring production domestically and abroad, and weak global demand. Politico’s…
Farm Equipment Sales Mixed in 2016
…Report/View the Full Report Data from AEM’s Ag Tractor and Combine Report is provided monthly and is derived from AEM member companies through our proprietary statistical reporting programs. The analysis…
Agri View: Education Opportunity for a Veteran
…and ranchers. The Office is working with several states and organizations to create programs to help veterans transition to farming, ranching, and other agricultural jobs. While no federal programs exist…
Beef Checkoff Education Webpage
…in the future. To learn more, go to agfoundation.org/on-the-farm. From: Beef Checkoff Beef Checkoff Updates Educational Resources The beef checkoff has launched an updated beef resources web page dedicated to…