Mercaris issues Annual Acreage Report, organic farm ‘heat map’ tool Silver Spring, MD, (MERCARIS-Sept. 9, 2019) — Organic commodity farmers will harvest a record number of acres across the U.S. this…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 09-05-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering Senate Bill 1 and 153, Dairy Farmers of America…
Input Needed for Forthcoming H-2A Cost Estimator Tool
…for farmers interested in employing H-2A workers. Wolfe is asking those already involved with the program to submit information about annual costs associated with the use of the H-2A program. …
Hemp Industry Concerns Regarding Senate Bill 153
…no official pilot program in the state and that is hurting our farmers,” Richmond noted. “Our farmers are buying seed from various places and they are not getting what they…
The Western View: New Income Source From Farming?
…source for farmers while providing new ways for them to improve their soil. Indigo Ag is a technology company that looks for creative solutions to a variety of ag issues….
Nearly Half of California Hemp Acreage Registered in Kern County
…production enabled by the 2018 Farm Bill, many farmers are looking to the crop as having tremendous potential. “We’re close to 7,000 acres. I believe the state has about double…
Senate Bill 1 Continues to Move Through the California Legislature
…SB 1 seeks to uphold specific federal policy as it pertains to water. “SB 1 is bad for farmworkers, farmers, and communities throughout the state of California. Our environmental laws…
Improved Debt Relief Now Available to American Farmers
American farmers and ranchers will be able to obtain debt relief a bit easier now that President Donald Trump has signed the Family Farmer Relief Act of 2019. The bipartisan…
Making Headway on Implementation of Farm Programs
…that the county offices are using for MFP is continually being updated to try to address these issues.” Farmers that may have been unsuccessful or experienced problems while attempting to…
Potential Reasons for Slow Down in Overall H-2A Needs
U.S. farmers and ranchers rely on hired help to keep up with each growing season. Data from the U.S. Department of Labor accounted for a 29 percent increase in the…
Potato Industry Thanks Secretary Perdue for Supporting Exports to Mexico
…country,” the letter states. “Providing enhanced access for Mexican avocado farmers absent a reciprocal benefit to U.S. potato producers would be a missed opportunity.” A decision from the USDA regarding…
EPA Considering More Hemp Pesticides
…will bring hemp farmers and researchers increased regulatory clarity in time for next growing season — something they have asked for since the passage of the 2018 Farm Bill and…
Environmental Groups Sue Over Changes to Endangered Species Act
…ease the burden on farmers and ranchers who want to help species recover.” The final rules also relax some of the protections related to habitats. Lands that are designated as…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 08-26-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering AFBF encouraging farmers to show their support for the…