…to existing programs implemented by the Farm Service Agency, Natural Resources Conservation Service and Risk Management Agency. Each agency will take into account stakeholder input when making discretionary decisions on…
FDA Releases New Guidance for Product Recalls
…and outbreak programs, building on our successes, and applying the FDA’s leadership and expertise to protect American families and keep our nation safe,” FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb said in a…
USDA To Host 2018 Farm Bill Implementation Listening Sessions
…stewards by enhancing farm support programs, improving crop insurance, maintaining disaster programs, and promoting and supporting voluntary conservation,” said Under Secretary Northey. “We are seeking input from stakeholders on how…
Almonds Get $6 Million in Trade Promotion Funding
…Board of California $3,185,690 while Blue Diamond will receive $3,715,000 through the Agricultural Trade Promotion Program (ATP). The ATP is one of three USDA programs created to mitigate the effects…
Almond Update: Improvement Grant Deadlines Approaching
…Applications are due for both programs by March 8. Go to Almonds.com/grants-growers for more information. Listen to Cooper’s full interview. Almond Update: Improvement Grant Deadlines Approaching About the Author Taylor…
USDA Launches High-Speed Broadband e-Connectivity Resource Guide
…features 27 USDA programs that support broadband deployment. The easy-to-use resource is a simple guide that allows customers to identify their type of e-Connectivity project and locate resources the federal…
Farm Bureau to USDA: New Regulations Must Protect Both Farmland and Wetland
…and fails to give famers the opportunity they should have to participate in the process. “Because conservation compliance programs operate fundamentally as regulatory programs they should operate with all the…
California to Receive Significant Amount of Trade Promotion Program
…into new export markets as one of the three programs being offered by USDA to address the negative impact of increased tariffs. Multiple trade associations, cooperatives, and other industry organizations…
Exploring Varieties of Tomatoes
…find most of them on organic seed sites, or via seed-sharing programs. I’m Cathy Isom… Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For…
Helping Producers Aid Monarch Butterfly
…through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) and other Farm Bill-funded programs. NRCS accepts applications for conservation programs on a continuous basis. Producers interested in assistance are encouraged to contact…
Geaux Time: Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show Kicks Off in New Orleans
…and attend a wide range of engaging events. This includes live cattle handling demonstrations and the popular Cattlemen’s College, a series of educational sessions that cover topics like herd management,…
WTO Sides with the U.S. on Chinese Agriculture Subsidies
…been working to adjust its subsidy programs. Minimum prices for rice were reduced for the first time in 2017, followed by further cuts in rice and wheat prices last year….
Shutdown Hinders Implementation of Farm Bill Benefits to California Producers
Ratifying a new Farm Bill takes the efforts of many different people over a long period of time. Once it’s signed into law, the states begin to implement the programs…
USDA Seeking Public Input on Wetland Determination Guidance
…how NRCS makes determinations nationwide.” Wetland determinations are part of conservation compliance outlined in the Farm Bill. To be eligible for USDA programs and federal crop insurance, producers must be…