…Hall of Fame exemplify integrity, honesty, and commitment to public service. To learn more about the NASS Hall of Fame, including information on how to submit a nomination, visit www.nass.usda.gov/About_NASS/Hall_of_Fame….
Conaway Statement on Scott Pruitt Confirmation
…pleased with today’s confirmation of EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt,” said Chairman Conaway. “For too long, farmers and ranchers have suffered from unnecessary, burdensome regulations as a result of EPA overreach….
Oroville Dam: Evacuation Order Disrupts Farming in Affected Area
Evacuation of a large swath of land downstream from Oroville Dam during the weekend caused logistical headaches for farmers, ranchers and agricultural businesses within the affected area, while Department of…
Ag Groups Respond to Pruitt Confirmation
…protect our environment without overburdening farmers. “As Oklahoma attorney general, he struck a balance between protecting the environment and protecting the livelihoods of farmers and business owners. Everyone, particularly farmers,…
Congress Reintroduces Legislation to Cut Red Tape For Conservationists
…use them,” NACD President Brent Van Dyke said. “Farmers have enough to worry about taking care of their operations without having to complete arbitrary requirements that were never meant for…
House Agriculture Committee Approves Two Measures
…duplicative burdens for many farmers, ranchers, water resource boards and public health professionals involved in mosquito control, all without providing quantifiable public health or environmental benefits. Conaway “The Agriculture Committee…
Almond Board: Commitment to Research
…that almond farmers and the industry as a whole have the tools to implement sustainable production practices that result in a plentiful, nutritious and safe food product for consumers the…
Immigration Crackdown Making Farm Labor Nervous
Recent government raids targeting undocumented immigrants in the U.S. are causing distress through the agriculture labor sector. Agriculture is heavily dependent on foreign workers and recent arrests made in at…
Kansas Senator Says Wheat, Sorghum Also Key Farm Bill Debate Commodities
…fall by another 30 percent this year. Moran says that if farmers from across the nation – cotton, livestock, wheat and rice producers included – stand together during the next…
USDA Seeks Sorghum Board Nominating Organizations
…state, regional, or national organization or association that wants to be certified to nominate board members must complete an application for certification. The application can be found online at www.ams.usda.gov/rules-regulations/research-promotion/sorghum….
USDA Seeks Nominators to American Lamb Board
…certified to nominate members to the board must complete an application found at www.ams.usda.gov/rules-regulations/research-promotion/lamb. Upon review of the application, USDA will notify the organization or association whether or not it…
CDFA Selects Organizations to Provide Technical Assistance to SWEEP Applicants
…of SWEEP and the implementation of efficient irrigation systems to save water and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. For a schedule of technical assistance workshops and locations, please visit www.cdfa.ca.gov/oefi/sweep/ A…
$1.7 Million to Support Research at Tribal Colleges and Universities
…mitigate climate variability and ensure food safety. To learn more about NIFA’s impact on agricultural science, visit www.nifa.usda.gov/impacts, sign up for email updates or follow us on Twitter @usda_NIFA, #NIFAimpacts….
House Agriculture Committee Prepares for Farm Bill by Exploring Economic Outlook in Rural America
…Michael Conaway. “Net farm income for America’s farmers and ranchers has fallen 50 percent over the past four years with the collapse in commodity prices. As we begin the farm…