…chicks. For one thing, a medicated chick starter can cause severe issues or death for a growing duckling. Secondly, ducklings require more niacin than chicks do in order to grow…
N95 Masks: ‘Perfect Storm’ Brewing for Agriculture
…Agriculture (CDFA) is encouraging those who are experiencing issues with accessing PPE and other sanitation supplies to contact their local Office of Emergency Services (OES) branch. If OES is unable…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 03-30-20
…current H-2A issues with interview waivers. Tune in to the show for these news stories and more. Danielle Leal Multi-Media Journalist & AgNet News Hour Anchor Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock…
Understanding the Families First Coronavirus Response Act
…hole in that requirement,” Little noted. FELS has a comprehensive factsheet available online which can help employers navigate some of the issues related to FFCRA and other concerns regarding the…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 03-26-20
…California agriculture, a break down of the agriculture provisions in the COVID-19 stimulus package and how a ‘brisk’ fresh avocado market is making up for some issues due to COVID-19….
Almond Matters: Pest Management Preparation
…for Valent U.S.A., Pay Clay noted that the season is generally past the point of peach twig borer concerns and growers are mainly focusing on the future with potential issues…
Foodservice Down, But ‘Brisk’ Fresh Avocado Market Helping
A ‘brisk’ fresh avocado market is making up for some issues due to COVID-19. The order for Americans to stay at home to help slow down the spread of the…
Senate Approves Coronavirus Stimulus Bill, Bringing Agricultural Assistance
…under the Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC).” The appropriations package in the bill that would allow USDA more borrowing authority to respond to issues created by COVID-19 concerns was a sticking…
Livestock Haulers Included in Hours of Service Waiver
…of critical infrastructure and ensures the continuation of feed transport throughout the state. The department is encouraging those experiencing issues with the transportation of feed products to contact CDFA’s Commercial…
Efforts Underway to Address Labor Concerns During COVID-19 Pandemic
…Vice President of Washington Operations for the National Cotton Council. “USDA has set up a dedicated email account for those that are encountering issues and need to reach out about…
AFBF Outlines Coronavirus Concerns for Agriculture
…issues for farmers and ranchers as American health officials continue efforts to mitigate the effects of COVID-19. AFBF was invited by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to provide feedback on…
Request for Increased USDA Funding to Address Pandemic Shortfalls
The White House is requesting additional funding to help the US. Department of Agriculture (USDA) address issues created by the coronavirus pandemic. Acting Director of the White House Office of…
Mitigating COVID-19 Risk on Farming Operations
…by agricultural employers with their workers is absolutely key,” as there is still significant confusion within the industry. Issues are being reported with employees’ understanding of the financial support and…
USDA Continues Focus on Service During COVID-19 Outbreak
…telework posture, the important work that the dedicated officials in OASCR perform will not be disrupted. Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO): OCFO will continue providing payroll processing, financial…