…and materials. Since 2009, USDA has provided $5.6 billion in disaster relief to farmers and ranchers; expanded risk management tools with products like Whole Farm Revenue Protection; and helped farm…
International Policy Development Needs Family Farmers and Ranchers
Representatives of National Farmers Union (NFU) appealed to international policymakers, requesting that the perspective of family farmers and ranchers be better represented in the global food security and nutrition arena….
Trade Wars Could Cost California 640,000 Jobs
…expressed disappointment in the anti-trade talks regarding the Trans-Pacific Partnership, a pending trade deal with billions of dollars for U.S. agriculture. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
USDA Taking Action Regarding Low Survey Responses
…are historically low. Pro Farmer’s First Thing Today reports USDA is now working with groups like the National Corn Growers Association to encourage farmers to respond to such surveys. Pro…
USCA Opposes CME Proposed Changes to Live Cattle Futures
…concludes “efforts must instead be made toward encouraging ‘long’ participation and addressing the many issues currently within the futures market, not the settlement process.” From the National Association of Farm…
Syngenta Seeking Appeal in Viptera Lawsuit
…of farmers for the case was not fair because it would include farmers who were not harmed by the trade dispute. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Ryan: Cuba Embargo Will Continue
…rights of American businesses. The announcement last week does allow financing for farm inputs, such as crop protection products and machinery. The administration also removed a shipping barrier, keeping U.S….
Europe Trade Woes Spelling Trouble for TTIP
…the talks say TTIP is effectively dead at this point. Meanwhile, farmers in the EU protested both trade deals last weekend. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
NCGA: Scholarship Opportunities to Young Farmers
…action on the important issues facing farmers. With opportunities to voice support for the Trans Pacific Partnership and to grab a photo with Captain Cornelius, NCGA representatives will be on…
‘One-Two Punch’ of River Flow Plans Hits Rural California
Plans announced to dedicate more Sacramento River flows to fish will harm farms and ranches statewide, according to the California Farm Bureau Federation. By limiting the amount of water that…
Final Rule for the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program
…and wetlands. These rule changes will make the program more flexible and responsive to the unique needs of farmers and ranchers in each region of the U.S. The 2014 Farm…
USDA/NIFA Awards $4.7 M for Food Safety Outreach, Education
…NIFA’s Food Safety Outreach Program, will assist owners and operators of small to mid-sized farms, beginning farmers, socially-disadvantaged farmers, small processors, small fresh fruit and vegetable wholesalers, food hubs, farmers…
U.S – Mexico Establish Committee to Support Organic Trade Partnership
…countries agree that strong compliance and enforcement programs are essential to maintaining organic integrity across borders,” said Starmer. “The committee’s work will strengthen monitoring and enforcement controls, and improve traceability…
Orchard Wood Recycling Offers Disposal Option
…business as contracts with utility companies expire—and burning the pile will get you in trouble with air regulators. Now what? That conundrum got San Joaquin County farm advisor Brent Holtz…