…is to advise the USDA Secretary on strategies, policies and programs that enhance opportunities for new farmers and ranchers. “As a member of the Committee, you will advise me on…
The Reality of the Beef Checkoff
…14 of the Operating Committee members, so neither the CBB nor the Federation can dictate where funding goes. As such, programs must show great benefit to the industry as a…
USDA Opens 2020 Enrollment for Dairy Margin Coverage Program
…programs that FSA and other USDA agencies are implementing to support America’s farmers. For more information on enrolling in DMC and taking advantage of an online dairy decision tool that…
USDA Announces Support for Socially Disadvantaged and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers
…2501 Program), managed by the USDA Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement (OPPE). “All farmers and ranchers deserve equal access to USDA programs and services,” said Mike Beatty, director of…
Registration Opens for Massive 2020 Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show
…and other noted speakers will be on hand to inform, energize and motivate audiences. Participants will also work with other industry leaders on both Beef Checkoff and NCBA policy programs,…
USDA Invests $11M In Research That Will Support Specialty Crop Farmers
…to be evaluated and registered for use. As part of this funding investment, four universities across different U.S. growing regions will lead regional IR-4 programs that will generate additional data…
CDFA’s New ‘One-Stop-Shop” Farmer Resource Portal
…available grants and loans including programs that prioritize funding for socially disadvantaged farmers, beginning farmers, female farmers, veteran farmers, and urban farmers. Additionally, there is a list of quick links…
Shaping the ‘Women for the Land’ Initiative in California
…that addresses the obstacles that women landowners face in accessing conservation programs and resources,” said AFT California Director Kara Heckert. “In part, the initiative hosts learning circles that empower women…
More Time Provided for Dairy Producers to Enroll in DMC Program
…farmers, ranchers and land stewards by enhancing farm support programs, improving crop insurance, maintaining disaster programs and promoting and supporting voluntary conservation. For more information, visit farmers.gov DMC webpage or contact your…
Former Agriculture Secretaries Announce Support for USMCA
…have expanded market opportunities in Canada for a wide variety of dairy products. Canada agreed to eliminate the unfair Class 6 and 7 milk pricing programs that allowed their farmers…
Programs Help Producers Reach Dust Reduction Goals
Assistance programs are helping nut producers around the state reach their dust reduction goals. Kern County producer Bret Sill with Sill Properties said taking advantage of programs that help growers…
2019 Enrollment Deadline for the Dairy Margin Coverage Program Is Sept. 20
…into law the 2018 Farm Bill, which provides support, certainty and stability to our nation’s farmers, ranchers and land stewards by enhancing farm support programs, improving crop insurance, maintaining disaster…
Applications for BIFS and IPM Programs Due Before November 1
…Solutions program. The CDFA grant applications for either program are due by 5 p.m. on Thursday, October 31. Each of the programs are administered by the Office of Pesticide Consultation…
USDA Resources Available for Farmers Hurt by 2018, 2019 Disasters
…drought. For more information on FSA disaster assistance programs, please contact your local USDA service center or visit farmers.gov/recover. For all available USDA disaster assistance programs, go to USDA’s disaster resources website. Source: USDA/Farm…