…(EPA). Many EPA functions will remain suspended during the shutdown, including the Office of Pesticide Programs (OPP) as well as the publication of the new proposed Waters of the United…
How Ag is Affected by Governor Newsom’s Budget
…$21.4 billion-dollar surplus, the largest projected surplus since at least 2000, the budget contains some significant investments in agricultural programs. The budget calls for nearly $566 million in funding for…
A Government Shutdown Resolution is in “Best Interest for Farmers”
…shutdown– a resolution. Rolph explains a resolution would be beneficial for farmers and others who are reliant of government programs. Danielle Leal Multi-Media Journalist & AgNet News Hour Anchor Sponsored Content…
Navigating the H-2A Guest Worker Program
…revenue-neutral business that helps its users with the bureaucratic and regulatory portions of the program. Its services include a pre-approved management review, aid with paperwork and processing, educational meetings, recruitment…
Sterile Navel Orangeworm Project Tweaks Expected
…a sterilization process for insects. “These are common problems that you encounter with any mass rearing operation,” he said. “Many sterile insect programs globally have always had to troubleshoot these…
Farm Bill Strengthens Efforts of Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research
The 2018 Farm Bill continues financial support of multiple programs and initiatives including the Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research (FFAR). The new farm bill includes $185 million in funding…
Court Agrees with USDA in GIPSA Ruling
…has claimed the rule would be detrimental to value-added programs and would encourage unnecessary litigation. “Here, USDA explained that it was withdrawing the interim final rule and taking no further…
Several Developments for Dairy in 2018
…take a tougher stance on labeling non-dairy products as milk. Western United Dairymen highlighted state initiatives like the Alternative Manure Management and FARMER Programs as being incredibly valuable to producers…
Perdue Applauds 2018 Accomplishments for Agriculture Industry
…of the year including the passage of the 2018 Farm bill, hurricane and forestry response, trade deals and potential resolutions, trade assistance programs, eradication of pink Bollworm and other invasive…
Improving LREC for Better Community Engagement
…of LREC. “We’d like to put in real roads and a parking lot around it.” Grafton-Cardwell mentioned they would like to better serve school children with educational opportunities related to…
Perdue Details USDA Functions in the Event of a Lapse in Federal Funding
…said Secretary Perdue. “Our employees work hard every day to benefit our customers and the farmers, ranchers, foresters, and producers who depend on our programs. During a shutdown, we will…
Perdue Applauds USDA’s 2018 Accomplishments
…Food Purchase and Distribution Program to purchase up to $1.2 billion in commodities that will be distributed through nutrition assistance programs and child nutrition programs; and FAS is making available…
The 2018 Farm Bill is Officially Here
…strenuous process drafting a version that both congressional houses could agree to. The farm bill will ultimately cost $867 billion over the next 10 years through a series of programs…
Ag in the Classroom Important for Every Student and Educator
…into their everyday teachings. The organization has a website which features farm facts sheets, contests, a magazine, available programs, upcoming events, grants, scholarships and much more. Executive Director Judy Culbertson,…