…The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) announced the extension in response to a series of hearings held in June. “The feedback CDFA received from the industry was overwhelmingly…
How to Attract Hummingbirds
…simply go about their daily chores, without much concern for humans being around. The best way to attract these little guys is to offer up some free food. Hungry little…
Campbell Leaving GMA Over GMO Labeling, Labeling Bill Comment Period Extended
…deadline for input has been extended through August 25th to allow more time for stakeholders to provide feedback, according to USDA. The National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard Law was enacted…
Hummingbirds Need Our Help
…And like bees and other animals, if their food sources disappear, so could they. That could also hurt us because we also rely on their pollinating skills. And, they are…
FDA Grants to Help States Comply with FSMA Produce Rule
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is issuing $30.9 million in funding to support 43 states in their continued efforts to help implement the Food Safety Modernization Act’s (FSMA)…
Mexican Ambassador Addresses Corn Farmers
…is looking to other markets to secure his nation’s grain supply. NCGA President Wesley Spurlock thanked the Ambassador for his remarks and echoed the importance of NAFTA to U.S. corn…
NMPF Proposal to Improve H-2A for Dairy Advances Thanks to Rep. Newhouse
…Goodlatte and other members of Congress to address the need for a legal, reliable supply of farm workers,” said Mulhern. “We still need broader legislation that addresses the limited labor…
Hot Dog and Sausage Ingredients
…of Ours. Hot Dog and Sausage Ingredients Hot dogs are among America’s most popular foods, but they’re also somewhat of a mystery. Especially if you’ve ever taken a moment to…
Culver’s Restaurant Starting the Second Year of #FarmingFridays
The Culver’s restaurant chain successfully debuted the #FarmingFridays social media content series last year. Culver’s has once again invited agricultural influencers to share pictures and videos that show their passion…
Dairy Farmers work to Help Cows Stay Cool
…did experience a lower breeding percentage, he noted. But Robinson said he doesn’t think the June heat had much impact on the overall supply of milk in the market, as…
Perdue Farms to Upgrade Animal Welfare Standards
…food companies are increasingly committing to treating chickens in their supply chains better. Perdue, with this announcement, becomes the largest poultry producer to ensure that this demand will be met,”…
U.S. Dairy Increasing Pressure on Canada
…United States. Dairy farmers have been upset for some time at Canada’s “supply management system,” which is what Canada calls its system of tariffs and quotas designed to keep domestic…
Vaccine Bank Needed To Protect Food, National Security
Citing economic and food and national security concerns, an ad hoc coalition of more than 100 agricultural organizations and allied industries groups urged Congress to include in the next Farm…
National Grilling Month
…bacteria growth. Never mix raw and cooked foods – or use the same plate. Keep hot food warm to at least 140 degrees Fahrenheit until ready to be placed in…