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FDA to Consider Organic Labeling Claims
…claims in the food industry. The editorial squared off at Whole Foods, saying the grocer makes claims that organic farms do not use “toxic or persistent pesticides,” while many pesticides…
Coalition Pushing for COOL in NAFTA for Beef and Pork
…out in its reasoning for COOL that the U.S. cattle industry is the single largest segment of U.S. agriculture and includes roughly 750,000 cattle farm and ranch operations. Currently, U.S….
Weekly Drought Monitor Update
…imposed by 665 public water supply authorities, according to the Texas Drought Preparedness Council, with a few mandating moderate to severe restrictions. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Grains Exports on Track to Set New Record
…as a reminder of the resiliency” of U.S. exports and of the quality and price competitiveness of U.S. coarse grains and co-products. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
USDA Announces Further Reorganization
…two have similar missions.” Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue says the changes “are more steps down the path to better service to our customers.” Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 08-09-18
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Next Round of Tariffs Set
…tariff on another $200 billion in Chinese goods. Those duties could be implemented shortly after the comment period ends on September 5th. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Farmers for Free Trade Unhappy with Tariff Escalation
…new tariff announcement, polls show the patience of American farmers wearing thin,” Kuehl says. “Tariffs are causing long-term damage, not just to farming either, but also to American manufacturers and…
NAFTA Negotiations: Mexico Close, Canada Talks Not Close
…Trump Administration wants the negotiations finished by the end of August, so the current Mexican Administration could sign off on the deal. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Doud Rips China, India Farm Subsidies
The Chief Agricultural Negotiator for the U.S. is attacking both China and India for blowing past their World Trade Organization spending limits on farm subsidies that distort trade. “We think…
Assessing Carr Fire Damage, Local Bees Affected
…through more than 170,000 acres of land, evacuated residents and impacted farm operations in Northern California. In Shasta County, the Carr Fire caused immediate and long-term ramifications, according to Shasta…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 08-08-18
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New State Authority Over Local Waters a Boon to Farmers and Ranchers
…that sometimes channels water. “The Clean Water Act was supposed to give states a real say in how water was regulated,” American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall said. “Regular…