…by the hard-working farm and ranch families who put food on our tables and clothes on our backs.” HOUSE REPUBLICAN CONFEREES House Agriculture Committee Conferees: 1. Chairman Mike Conaway (TX-11)…
Trade War Endangers Farmers, Farm Bureau Tells Congress
…spend on the entire farm safety net for every crop on every acre in this nation over the entire life of the farm.” Nonetheless, Boening expressed the frustration many farmers…
FDA To Crackdown on Non-dairy Products Labeling
Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Scott Gottlieb told a Washington, D.C. event Tuesday the FDA will crack down on the use of the term “milk” for non-dairy products. As reported…
Fighting to Remain Competitive Despite Increasing Power Rates in California
…and Growers Association (CCGGA), Roger Isom. “There’s going to have to be safety upgrades, controls put in place, who’s going to bear the brunt of that? Again, ratepayers.” AB 33…
U.S. Pork Calls for Level Playing Field on Regulatory Issues
The National Pork Producers Council says pork producers now face a “regulatory land grab” by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Bearing the brunt of global trade retaliation, NPPC called…
Nutrien to Acquire Agrible
…advisory tools, data science capabilities and predictive analytics that connects growers with agricultural, food and consumer products companies to “measure, benchmark and empower sustainable crop production.” Agrible’s platform is currently…
USDA Partners to Improve Rural Water Infrastructure
…in rural areas. This assistance supports infrastructure improvements; business development; housing; community services such as schools, public safety and health care; and high-speed internet access in rural areas. For more…
Celebrating National Corn Fritters Day
Barranquilla maize buñuelos (sweet corn fritters) Cathy Isom is celebrating another food item and lets us know why many will be indulging a savory southern-style treat today. That’s coming up…
Pre-Conference Committee Farm Bill Discussions Get Heated in House
…for the first time in two months. Their working relationship burst into flames over proposed changes to the food stamp program, which Democrats say won’t happen. Peterson vowed to team…
McKinney to Lead Trade Mission to Southeast Asia
…the Philippines who are interested in purchasing U.S. farm and food products. “USDA trade missions are an incredible opportunity for companies looking to branch out into new markets,” McKinney says….
NCBA Comments on “Fake Meat” Oversight”
…the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service.” She says continuous inspection that draws on the scientific expertise of FSIS provides the most stringent oversight of any perishable meat product. Many…
Celebrating National French Fry Day
…is National French Fry Day. And many people will participate by enjoying one of the many varieties of this classic food. And in some cases restaurants will serve up these…
Trump to Nominate Kip Tom as UN Food Ambassador
President Trump plans to nominate Indiana farmer Kip Tom as the United States Representative to the United Nations Agencies for Food and Agriculture at the Department of State. Tom will…
Former GMA Members Create New Food Lobby
…and the planet.” The group will advocate on five key areas, including consumer transparency, the environment, food safety, nutrition and people and communities. However, specifically, at launch, two policy areas…