A coalition of animal agriculture stakeholders is seeking permanent funding for disease preparedness programs in the farm bill. In a letter to the farm bill conferee members, who will be…
NFU: Beef Producers Disadvantaged by Current “Product of U.S.A” Labeling Standards
The National Farmers Union (NFU) Thursday told the Department of Agriculture U.S. meat labeling standards are disadvantaging U.S. beef producers by allowing products born, raised, or slaughtered outside of the…
BASF Closes Acquisition of Bayer’s Vegetable Seeds Business
…but the two companies were ordered to remain separate until conditions by the U.S. Department of Justice, including this sale, were met. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Farm Bureau: Now, More Than Ever, We Must Ditch the Rule
The following may be attributed to American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall: “Due to a misguided ruling by a single federal district court, the overbroad, vague and illegal 2015…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 08-16-18
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal….
China Files WTO Complaint over U.S. Solar Tariffs
…earlier trade disputes. One Chinese executive told Reuters that U.S. solar tariffs were a “sideshow” and had little effect on Chinese business. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
FDA Extends FSMA Compliance
…small businesses, those with sales totaling less than $2.5 million, from the requirements applicable to qualified facilities until the fall of 2020. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Answer Upcoming NASS Survey; It Impacts Your Bottom Line
…time to complete it. The number of farmers completing the confidential NASS crop survey has been declining in recent years—and that’s bad news for farmers. This is bad news for…
Water Works: Moving Toward Better Water Stability
…recycling facilities throughout the state are also reclaiming water to address drinking, farming and landscaping needs. Technological improvements will also help manage water supplies by increasing water efficiency as well…
Farm Bureau Ag Innovation Challenge Offers Startup Funds for Entrepreneurs
The American Farm Bureau Federation, in partnership with Farm Credit, today opened online applications for its 2019 Farm Bureau Ag Innovation Challenge. Entrepreneurs will compete for $145,000 in startup funds….
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 08-15-18
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal….
U.S., Mexico, Close to Reaching NAFTA Deal
…when it comes to dairy. The U.S. is hoping to remove Canada’s dairy supply management system as part of the NAFTA talks. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Poultry Facilities Recognized for Safety Performance
…– Hatchery Wadesboro, NC – Hatchery Cooper Farms Oakwood, OH – Hatchery Fieldale Farms Mt. Airy, GA – Hatchery Foster Farms Choudrant, LA – Hatchery Turlock, CA Walnut – Hatchery…
Farm Export Prices Post Large Declines in July
U.S. agriculture export prices fell 5.3 percent last month. Data released by the U.S. Department of Labor shows the decline is the largest drop in farm exports since 2011. The…