…help offset losses for American farmers and ranchers. Some groups are voicing criticism that more tariffs are not the answer to resolving issues with China. “Nobody wins in a trade…
Secretary Perdue on Labor Agreement with Guatemala
…Perdue issued the following statement: “Our farmers and ranchers are the most productive in the world, and they want to obey immigration law. This move by the United States and…
Almond Update: ‘White Party’ Set To End Summer, Benefit CA FFA
The next opportunity to help support California Future Farmers of America through the Almond Board of California’s Almond Leadership Program is at the end of the month. Program participant Purnima…
Farm Bureau Statement on USMCA Senate Hearing
…at the table to double down on finalizing implementation details so this agreement can be quickly approved. “Farmers and ranchers are carrying the heaviest burden from the ongoing trade wars….
DPR Update on Chlorpyrifos, Glyphosate, Sulfoxaflor
Deputy Secretary for Agriculture at CalEPA and Acting Director of the Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR), Val Dolcini provided an update on some important materials for California farmers and ranchers. …
Farm Bureau Urges New Chapter in China Trade
…door to one of the largest markets in the world is key to helping farmers get back on their feet. “We wholly support the Administration’s efforts to stop unfair trade…
New DPR Director Excited to Improve Agency Transparency
…early on, Dolcini believes that Governor Gavin Newsom and his administration has a sincere interest in the needs and concerns of California’s agricultural industry. Governor Newsom appointed several individuals with…
Farm Bureau: Family Farmer Relief Act Will Help Farmers Stay in Business
(AFBF) — The following statement may be attributed to American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall: “America’s farmers and ranchers applaud the House passage of the Family Farmer Relief Act. …
Showier Turkey Variety Perfect for the Homestead
…birds. You won’t find a much prettier turkey than the Narragansett. These colorful birds are raised primarily for meat production, making an especially good pick for farmers that appreciate heritage…
Industry Reaction to Trade Aid Announcement
…dictate. MFP signup at local FSA offices will run from Monday, July 29 through Friday, December 6, 2019.For more information on the MFP, visit www.farmers.gov/mfp or producers can contact their local…
USDA Announces Details of Support Package for Farmers
…on the MFP, visit www.farmers.gov/mfp or contact your local FSA office, which can be found at www.farmers.gov. Here are comments from USDA Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation, Bill Northey, about the…
MFP Details: ‘Minimum of $15 an Acre Initially’
…damage or market damage that has been caused to each commodity because of the tariffs.” U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue said that farmers who qualify for the program can…
California Groups Receive Nearly One-Third of Latest ATP Payments
…not receive a second award, including Sunkist Growers, the California Pear Advisory Board, and the National Watermelon Promotion Board. California farmers and ranchers will also be positively impacted through funding…
Guest-Worker Reforms Essential as Enforcement Increases
(AFBF) — The federal government’s announcement of plans to expand and expedite the deportation of undocumented workers prompted a forceful call for guest-worker reforms by AFBF President Zippy Duvall. “We…