A bill endorsed by President Donald Trump that would change the U.S. immigration system may harm farm labor. The bill by Republican Senators Tom Cotton of Arkansas and David Perdue…
Senate Democrats Revive Bill to End Cuba Embargo
…five years, with even bigger gains possible. However, the bill faces stiff opposition from the Republican Party and the Trump administration. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Mexico Releases NAFTA Goals
…and Canada, the two trading partners included in NAFTA with the U.S., are the biggest export destinations for U.S. agricultural goods. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Farm City Newsday, Wednesday 8-2-17
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Sabrina Hill….
Yellow Jackets on the Farm or Garden
Cathy Isom has some tips about how to keep the peace in the garden and on the farm with an important insect that often gets a bad wrap. That’s coming…
Conaway: Farm Bill Work to Begin in Eight Weeks
House Agriculture Committee Chairman Mike Conaway says work on the 2018 Farm Bill will start within the next eight weeks. Speaking during a farm bill listening session in his home…
Mexico Names Chief NAFTA Negotiator
…says the first round of talks this month will likely lay the groundwork for the negotiating topics and schedule for the renegotiation effort. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting…
Farmers Indicate Higher Outlook on Farm Economy
…while a measure below 100 indicates pessimism regarding the farm economy. In July, farmers were asked if they expect to see higher, lower, or about the same grain, oilseed and…
Brazil, U.S., Set for Corn Selling Showdown
…for the coming marketing year. Still, experts in the U.S. say the nation is expected to remain the world’s top supplier. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Renewable Fuels Association Calls RFS Proposal for Conventional Biofuels Justified
…platform to address trade concerns.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service. from Renewable Fuels Association EPA ‘Well-Justified’ to Maintain 15 Billion Conventional Biofuel RVO in 2018 RFS,…
Farm City Newsday, Tuesday 8-1-17
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Sabrina Hill….
How’s Your Agriculture Labor Availability?
The California Farm Bureau Federation is conducting an Agricultural Labor Availability Survey to get a better understanding of how labor concerns are affecting family farmers and ranchers in California. CFBF…
National Peach Month
…to incorporate this nutritious fruit into their diets. President Reagan also called upon interested groups to celebrate this month with appropriate programs and activities. Make sure to have peaches for…
Canada Egg Production Up Nearly 5 Percent This Year
…from May 2016 to May this year. Placement of hatchery chicks on farms rose four percent to 65.5 million birds from June 2016 to June 2017 and stocks of frozen…