…relationship to the U.S. farmers and grain traders who make up USGC’s membership. Since NAFTA entered into force more than 20 years ago, the U.S. and Mexican agriculture industries have…
Trump Budget Would Cut USDA Funding by 21 Percent
…Chairman Michael Conaway, a Texas Republican, says he is concerned the cuts could “hamper some vital work of the department.” He says farmers and ranchers are struggling, and that Congress…
Census Of Agriculture Countdown Begins For America’s Farmers And Ranchers
America’s farmers and ranchers will soon have the opportunity to strongly represent agriculture in their communities and industry by taking part in the 2017 Census of Agriculture. Conducted every five…
Ag Subcommittee Evaluates Effectiveness of Forestry Initiatives
…on our natural resources and negatively impact our nation’s farmers, ranchers, and foresters. Our thoughts and prayers are with the folks who were so tragically affected. As we begin crafting…
Conaway’s Comments on Trump’s Budget Proposal
…Department. I think it is very important to remember that net farm income is down 50 percent from where it stood just four years ago. America’s farmers and ranchers are…
NACD Expresses Disappointment in Trump’s Budget
…Many of USDA’s voluntary, incentive-based conservation programs are crucial to promoting the wise and responsible use of natural resources in this country. “Without USDA conservation programs, America’s farmers, ranchers, and…
Ag Groups Conduct ‘ Substantive, Productive ’ Meeting with Trump Administration on Trade
…Feed Association, National Oilseed Processors Association, North American Export Grain Association, Southern Peanut Farmers Federation and USA Rice. “It is clear from this meeting and other interactions that the Trump…
National Farm Rescuer Day
Cathy Isom tells us about a day dedicated to supporting farmers in need. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. National Farm Rescuer Day Every third Thursday in March…
Commodity Classic Attendance Second Highest Ever
…Classic for the first time. National Corn Growers Association Commodity Classic Co-Chair Kevin Ross, a farmer from Iowa, says the attendance demonstrates “the enthusiasm America’s farmers have for continuous learning…
Agri View: Changes Expected
…that’s the North American Free Trade Agreement, covers all trade. Not just farm trade. Farm organizations have always maintained that U.S. farmers don’t get a fair deal with NAFTA. And…
Group Urges Trump to Protect Crop Insurance
…the 2018 Farm Bill, cuts to crop insurance during this difficult time for rural America should be avoided. Farmers and lawmakers agree that crop insurance is a linchpin of the…
Maximizing Profits with Poultry Litter
…United States, says Haile Tewolde, an ARS agronomist at Mississippi State. While more farmers are using poultry litter as fertilizer these days, there is little information about the amounts cotton…
U.S. Dairy Leaders Promise Steadfast Commitment to Mexico
…at the Femeleche conference here, which brought together Mexican dairy industry leaders, farmers and government officials. As part of the coordinated message of collaboration and partnership with Mexico, the three…
Farmers, Ranchers Ask Congress to Strengthen Safety Net
…relief in sight, many farmers and ranchers are burning through capital reserves, and beginning farmers may be forced out of business altogether without reserves from good years to carry them…