…weeds at bay, help the soil stay moist, and allow the bamboo to spread quickly. When it’s being grown for food, the best time to harvest is in the springtime….
Conaway Determined to Complete Farm Bill
…stressors, such as low commodity prices and trade issues, are driving anxiety. Add to that, a rising suicide rate among farmers, Conaway says “I feel really badly about that, saying…
Study: E15 to Provide Limited Ethanol Market Impact
…that would have a limited impact on the depressed U.S. ethanol market, with record supplies and prices for the fuel hovering near the lowest in a decade. There are more…
Trade News Has Pork Producers Feeling Optimistic
…is willing to eliminate all non-tariff barriers and embrace U.N. food-safety standards and other international standards. “NPPC will not support a deal with the U.K. unless it agrees to equivalence,…
U.S. Agricultural Export Opportunities in South Korea
…urban population seeking convenient and healthy food products. Increasing wealth, a growing number of women in the workforce, and a younger generation seeking international foods are also contributing to the…
Panel Calls for Congress to Pass Senate Version of the Farm Bill
…that includes work requirements for food stamp recipients. During an event this week, Food Policy Action executive director Monica Mills said, “we want to see a farm bill that is…
More Than 65,000 Expected in Indianapolis for 2018 National FFA Convention & Expo
…to the greater Indianapolis area as part of the National Days of Service. Places where students will be giving back to the community include Gleaners Food Bank, Maplelawn Farmstead, the…
USDA Announces Deregulation of GE Low-Gossypol Cotton
…and aquaculture feed industries, as well as for human food uses. As part of the petition process, APHIS prepared a draft plant pest risk assessment (PPRA) and draft environmental assessment…
Benefits of Fall Planting of Fast-Growing Trees
…a list of the fastest growing trees below. Whether it’s for extra privacy, food, protection against poor air quality, shade, or you just adding some beautification to your outdoor space,…
World Food Day: Farmers Committed to Decreasing Global Hunger
The following statement regarding 2018 World Food Day can be attributed to American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall. “Farm Bureau joins the world in commemorating 2018 World Food Day….
Rising Output Compressing Ag Margins
…from CoBank indicates that any significant farm price improvements over last year’s prices will be limited, particularly with record U.S. yields for many of the major crop commodities adding to…
USDA Issues Farm Safety Net and Conservation Payments
…they experience a substantial drop in revenue or prices for their covered commodities. “These program payments are mandated by Congress, but the Department has taken measures to ensure we meet…
Southern Africa: A Promising Region for U.S. Agricultural Exports
…and ready-to-eat foods. As a result, the number of restaurants, bars, and cafes (including U.S. and local fast food chains) is growing as dining out becomes more popular throughout the…
Celebrating National Cheese Curd Day
If you are searching for something a little different, Cathy Isom has us celebrating the comfort food with a reputation for being squeaky. That’s coming up on This Land of…