…the interests of farmers and ranchers, but litigation is not a quick or perfect fix. It is long, cumbersome and expensive, and it leaves farmers and others facing immediate harm…
Polluted Rivers, Lakes and Coastal Waters Need Cleanup and Restoration Plans
…Topaz Lake, EPA will review and approve a finalized list. To view California’s 2012 list of impaired waters and comment on EPA’s action to add Topaz Lake, please visit: http://www.epa.gov/region09/water/tmdl/california.html…
Agricultural Land to be Discussed at Upcoming Ca. State Board of Food and Agriculture Meeting
…planning decisions farmers will make.” The CSBFA advises the governor and the CDFA secretary on agricultural issues and consumer needs. The state board conducts forums that bring together local, state…
Obama Administration Assists Communities in Building Local Food Systems to Foster Economic Growth
…country,” said Secretary Vilsack. “Local food creates new market opportunities for farmers, brings fresh meals into schools and other institutions, expands healthy food access to underserved communities, and builds infrastructure…
Enrollment for 2016 Dairy Margin Protection Program to Begin July 1
…www.fsa.usda.gov/dairy for more information, or stop by a local FSA office to learn more about the Margin Protection Program. To find a local FSA office in your area, visit http://offices.usda.gov….
U.S. Wheat Growers See TPA as First Step to Increased Export Opportunity
…look forward to continuing to work with the Administration to finalize strong trade deals for America’s wheat farmers. NAWG is a federation of 22 state wheat grower associations that works…
USDA Video: USDA Week In Review June 26
…this edition of USDA Week In Review, the bats and the bees, saving a hospital, and helping the Caribbean. For more information go to: www.usda.gov www.rd.usda.gov www.ars.usda.gov www.nifa.usda.gov www.fas.usda.gov www.flickr.com/photos/usdagov…
USDA’s Expanding Broadband to Rural America – Part 2
…and how the businesses are now thriving thanks to a commitment by the USDA. Rural Broadband-part 2 More information on rural broadband and the USDA can be found at USDA.gov….
Almond Board of California Announce $2.5 M Towards Water Efficiency, Bee and Farming Research
…allowed farmers to reduce the amount of water they use per pound of almonds by 33 percent(2). It has also helped develop orchard practices that better promote healthy environments for…
USDA’s Expanding Broadband to Rural America – Part 1
…expansion efforts are underway to get more homes wired and connected for broadband internet. Rural Broadband-part 1 More information on rural broadband and the USDA can be found at USDA.gov….
New Support for Producers Affected by Drought
…Priority Agenda, a first of its kind, comprehensive commitment across the Federal Government to support the resilience of America’s vital natural resources. Through this partnership under the Resilient Lands and…
Allergen-Free Peanuts Lead USDA Report Highlighting New Innovations in Ag
…and studies have found every dollar invested in agricultural research returns $20 to our economy,” said Secretary Vilsack. “USDA is now accelerating the commercialization of federal research, and government researchers…
The Western View: COOL Repeal
…if we lose COOL on beef, what else will we lose the right to know? Mr. Costa, our farmers deserve country of origin labels. But also, I demand the right…
National Advisory Committee on Microbiological Criteria for Foods
…academia, industry, other organizations, and Federal and State government. Committee members serve a two-year renewable term. NACMCF serves the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the U.S. Department of Health and Human…