…emissions. However, since 1990 the American Farm Bureau reports that America’s farmers have managed to increase pork, milk and beef production while cutting the greenhouse gas emissions required to provide…
Supply Chain Problems Will Require Complex Series of Solutions
…there has to be multiple solutions that have to come forward,” said California Farm Bureau President Jamie Johansson. “One of those being the gross vehicle weight limits.” Photo by Tom…
VofV: Forging Uncommon Collaborations to Solve World Hunger
…communities closer to agriculture. In part 2 of A.G. Kawamura’s podcast interview, he speaks about the steps for creating successful farm programs where 1 + 1 = 3. These include…
USDA Announces the Appointment of Karli Moore to Serve on the Farm Service Agency State Committee in California
…FSA federal farm programs to the state’s agricultural producers. Members of the FSA state committee are appointed by the Secretary of Agriculture and are responsible for the oversight of farm…
Secretary Vilsack to Discuss Climate Change During Trade Mission to Dubai
…agribusinesses, farm groups and state departments of agriculture seeking to tap new export opportunities. The UAE is a consistent billion dollar plus annual importer of U.S. agricultural goods, with U.S. agricultural…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 02-16-22
…NASDA setting their advocacy priorities for the Farm Bill and the state’s investment in climate-smart ag underscores its value. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features,…
NASDA Sets Priorities For Farm Bill Advocacy
The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) have set their eyes on 10 specific policy areas to advocate for as the process to craft the 2023 Farm Bill…
Poisonous Plants Harmful to Horses on the Farm
The plants that can be harmful, or poisonous, to horses on the farm. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. With so many plants out in the wild, it’s…
Problems that can Plague Your Fig Tree Crop
…But, like anything else on the farm, they are susceptible to problems. Such as black or sour-smelling figs. This is caused by a bacteria or a few different yeasts. Insects…
Predators that Threaten a Beekeeper’s Hive on the Farm
The common predators that can threaten a beekeeper’s hive on the farm. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Beehive boxes house bees for pollinating blueberry bushes. Wild animals…
Ag Groups Continue to Weigh-In on WOTUS Rulemaking Process
…courts.” Comments submitted by groups such as American Agri-Women and the National Farmers Union have highlighted uncertainties that would be created under the proposed changes to WOTUS. Many farm groups…
Farm Groups Oppose Court’s Grey Wolf Decision
Some farm groups are expressing disappointment over a court’s ruling to return the grey wolf to the endangered species list. American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall said in a…
Record Setting Ag Exports Surpass 2021 Expectations
According to trade information from the U.S. Department of Commerce, ag exports set a new record in 2021. Exports of American farm and food products totaled $177 billion, surpassing forecasts…
Enrollment Deadline for Dairy Risk Management Programs Extended
…dairy farmers have faced unprecedented uncertainty, from the ongoing pandemic to protracted natural disasters. As producers continue to manage these interconnected challenges, FSA has tools at the ready to provide…