…Bureau Federation, National Farmers Union, and the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA). Introduced by Representatives Dusty Johnson and Henry Cuellar, the legislation seeks to increase transparency in the cattle market….
Vilsack, Villalobos meeting Focused on Trade, ASF and Climate Change
…African swine fever and other animal and plant diseases and pests. The two also addressed climate change, saying, “our farmers, ranchers and producers are on the front lines dealing with…
Almond Update: Silent Auction Returns to TAC With Added Support for FFA
…ABC is excited to once again offer attendees an opportunity to help support California Future Farmers of America (FFA). ABC Specialist of Industry Relations, Rebecca Bailey said this year’s silent…
2022 World Ag Expo Chairman Announced
…Cotton Inc. The 2022 show proclaims World Ag Expo is “Back in Agtion,” a play on words with a few meanings. While COVID-19 sidelined the live show in 2021, farmers…
NASS Collecting Additional Information on Local Food Practices
…food marketing practices. This information came from farmers and ranchers who had previously reported local food marketing activity on prior surveys and a census. In light of the extreme dynamics…
New Tool Helps Ranchers Estimate Assistance Covered Under ELAP
…new ELAP Feed Transportation Producer Tool helps ranchers determine estimated payments as part of the program. Recent updates to ELAP now support assistance for feed transportation costs caused by drought….
Farm City Newsday Monday, 10-18-21
…information on increasing organic sales, and a report on industry members pushing for more trade opportunities for farmers. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, recipes, features…
Week in Review: Better Insurance Options for Farms, Ag Falling Behind in Political Spending
The California Fair Access to Insurance Requirements (FAIR) Plan is being adjusted to provide more adequate coverage for farmers and ranchers. Legislative spending can be one of the most effective…
Soil Carbon Monitoring Enhanced for Conservation Reserve Program
…CRP has been a critical program for farmers, ranchers, and foresters addressing the impacts of climate change. Three categories of CRP practices will be sampled and monitored for soil carbon…
USTR Tai Meets with Chinese Counterpart
…workers, farmers and businesses. Left off the table was discussion around a Phase Two agreement with China. Meanwhile, Tai participated in the G20 Trade and Investment Ministerial in Italy Tuesday…
Coverage Limits Increased Under California FAIR Plan
The California Fair Access to Insurance Requirements (FAIR) Plan is being adjusted to provide more adequate coverage for farmers and ranchers. California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara issued an order to…
Comment Sought on Draft of California’s Climate Smart Strategy
…ways in which our farmers and ranchers can help protect the environment as they produce the crops and livestock so integral to the health, well-being, and livelihood of Californians.” The…
Nearly $2 Million Invested To Help Support Organic Industry
…National Organic Program, the initiative aims to support the long-term growth of the organic industry. “Organic farmers, ranchers, businesses and consumers all rely on a fair and competitive organic market…
USDA Commits $25 Million for Programs reaching Underserved Communities
…and services for historically underserved farmers and ranchers. The effort is the latest in a series of announcements around USDA’s commitment to root out generations of systemic racism, center equity…