…October 2017 to evaluate ways to improve cash market transparency, review cash market developments and consider the introduction of cash-settled products. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Bayer AG Conducting Due Diligence on Monsanto
…Bayer the largest seed supplier and a pioneer of crop biotechnology, and create the world’s largest producer of seeds and pesticides. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Iowa Processor Introduces “Non-GMO” Pork
…company. Beeler’s is a six-generation family operation with nationwide distribution. The Heluka-brand pork will be available through select retailers and restaurants. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Japanese Learn About Biotech, Biofuels
…people of Japan to assure them that U.S. farmers will be able to provide for their food and fuel needs sustainably.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Farm City Newsday Podcast for August 8
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Sabrina Hill. To listen or subscribe [display_podcast] Subscribe in a reader…
Agri View: Politics and Cuban Trade
…markets. So far, no political has mentioned agricultural trade. Believe me, farmers are aware of this and there are a lot of farm votes out there. Although it is important,…
Concerns About Reduced Crop Insurance Funding
…Insurance Funding California, crop insurance and the next farm bill are on the mind of a Minnesota congressman, speaking at a major farm show in his home state. Congressman Colin…
Going Against the Ancient Grain
…on how to use and prepare them. Kandarian Organic Farm products can be found in many Central Coast stores and farmers’ markets. You can listen to Kandarian’s full interview here….
The People’s Department: A New Era for Civil Rights at USDA
…— the agency that deals most directly with farmers and ranchers — down by 70 percent. Additionally, farm loan assistance provided by the Farm Service Agency has helped nearly 10,000…
Vilsack Could Play Key Role in Clinton Administration
…between Cheryl Mills, Clinton’s chief of staff at the State Department, and Tom Nides, Clinton’s deputy secretary of state for management. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
McDonald’s Completes Move Away from Antibiotics in Chicken
…and “satisfy increasingly conscientious customers,” according to the Wall Street Journal. The change will affect 50 percent of the restaurant’s menu. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Global Food Prices Slightly Lower
…3.2 percent on average, and meat prices climbed 1.3 percent from June. Sugar prices increased one percent from the previous month. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Farm Credit System Loan Volume Up
The Farm Credit System reports loan volumes were up 10 percent for the first half of 2016, and net income increased two percent. President and CEO of the Federal Farm…
Clemson Research Could Lead to Space Farming
Researchers at Clemson University are laying out the research groundwork for deep-space farming as part of a NASA-funded study. Clemson mechanical engineering professor Joshua Summers is working with Freight Farms,…