…standards for our agricultural exports. The ongoing supply chain and marine port challenges are restricting our farmers’ ability to reach overseas opportunities,” Western Growers President and CEO Dave Puglia said…
Regenerative Farming: Nothing New to Producers
…the concepts are nothing new to farmers. “No farmer wakes up out of bed panicked about ‘oh boy, I’ve got to be more regenerative. I’ve got to be more sustainable.’…
USDA Updates 2021 Farm Income Forecast
…the highest since 2014. Production expenses are expected to grow by $16.3 billion during the same period, somewhat moderating income growth. Additionally, direct government payments to farmers are projected to…
Hemp Producers Get Support With Improved Crop Insurance
…more at farmers.gov/hemp. More Information Crop insurance is sold and delivered solely through private crop insurance agents. A list of crop insurance agents is available at all USDA Service Centers and…
VofV: The Next Wave of AgTech – Plant Probiotics
…founder/CEO of 3Bar Biologics, has spent the last 15 years working on technology that delivers live, viable microbes to farmers. These supercharged microbes have the ability to continuously activate based…
New Micro Farm Policy Available from USDA
…agent, contact your RMA Regional Office. Learn more about crop insurance and the modern farm safety net at rma.usda.gov. USDA touches the lives of all Americans each day in so many positive…
USDA Begins Accepting Applications for $1.15 Billion in Loans and Grants
…submitted by a local government, Tribal government, non-profit or cooperative. Applications for funding must be submitted through USDA Rural Development’s online application system on the ReConnect webpage. For additional information, see…
Aubrey Bettencourt Takes Over as Almond Alliance of California President
…with a wealth of diverse knowledge and innovative advocacy work on behalf of farmers and ranchers,” Almond Alliance Chairman Mike Curry said in a press release. “As the California State…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 11-26-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Brian German. Today’s show contains reports on farmers making preparations to comply with the ag burning ban, efforts…
Grants Awarded to Strengthen Local and Regional Markets for U.S. Ag Products
…economy is our creativity and resilience. Whether it’s a farmers market in Lansing or a food business in Kalamazoo, local and regional food systems expand economic opportunities for farmers and…
Proposed Water Rule a Return to “Overreach”
…returning to an “overly complicated” interim water rule. Duvall says, “Overreaching regulations create major permit backlogs for the federal government and result in long delays for farmers and ranchers working…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 11-22-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Brian German. Today’s show features an in-depth conversation about the logistical challenges farmers and ranchers are facing, along…
House Passes Build Back Better Act
…making critical investments to help us combat climate change. Especially in partnership with our farmers, ranchers, foresters, and rural communities. I’m fully committed to passing the Build Back Better Act…
Bonnie Confirmed as USDA Undersecretary
…comes to working with a variety of stakeholders and overseeing important USDA agencies. Bonnie’s experience, bipartisanship commitment, and ongoing work with farmers, ranchers, and conservationists are reasons the NCGA says…