…developing research-based integrated pest management (IPM) programs. He is also recognized for his adeptness in mobilizing and coordinating different and often divergent scientific, stakeholder and governmental groups to achieve a…
USDA Trade Mission to Expand Export Opportunities for U.S. Agriculture in Brazil
…Programs for USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service. “The country’s growing population and rising per-capita income, coupled with the fact that Brazilian consumers have a high regard for U.S. products and brands,…
Farm City Newsday, Thursday 9-21-17
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Sabrina Hill….
W. H. and GOP Leaders Considering Ditching Estate Tax Repeal
…and would boost the federal debt. Republicans say the tax levied at death is unfair and needs to go. American Farm Bureau Federation tax adviser Pat Wolff. Tax Wolff has…
EPA Mulling Options on Dicamba
The Environmental Protection Agency aims to allow farmers to use dicamba next year, but with additional rules in place. An EPA official in the agency’s Office of Pesticide Programs told…
Milk Processing Expansion Needed
A report by CoBank shows U.S. milk production growth is outpacing processing capacity growth, leaving dairy processors struggling to keep pace. Every year, U.S. dairy farmers produce three billion more…
Ag Exports Groups Urge Passage of the CREAATE Act
…both programs have faced stagnant funding and eroding real dollar impact due to inflation, sequestration, administrative costs and increased global competition. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
NAFTA Talks Head to Canada Next Week
…$1.5 billion. For exports to Canada, it’s estimated that the U.S. exports $4.8 billion worth of fresh and processed fruits and vegetables. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News…
Agri View: Benefits of Agriculture Research
Everett Griner talks about agriculture research in the new Farm Bill in today’s Agri View. Benefits of Agriculture Research…
Farm City Newsday, Wednesday 9-20-17
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Sabrina Hill….
Safety Tips for Farm Safety Week
…This Land of Ours. Safety Tips for Farm Safety Week Another way you can take part in National Farm Safety and Health week is learning some important safety tips, especially…
Pecan Pies at Risk Following Hurricane Irma
…the state are 100 years old, but any new trees planted won’t bear a crop for about five to seven years. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Tyson Reevaluating Planned Facility After Locals Back Away from Incentives
…in jeopardy after the county decision, which followed a town hall meeting that persuaded the local officials to oppose the project. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Beef Cattle Contribute to Sustainable Food System
…a critical role in adding value to these residual products, a large share of which could otherwise be an environmental burden.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….