Work is being done to engage the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) about the potential that hemp provides as a food source for animals. The Hemp Feed Coalition (HFC)…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 12-13-19
…Act, another episode of Voices of the Valley on technology and food safety and why industries are watching the U.S. China relations this weekend. Tune in to the show for…
Seven Trade Missions to Expand Ag Exports Planned for 2020
…experts from USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service evaluate and select a combination of new and growing markets that offer the best prospects for U.S. agricultural farm and food exports. McKinney highlighted…
How to Build an Herb Spiral in Your Garden
…well for a few months, or hot climates where cilantro starts to bolt and become coriander in April – then you also know that keeping a constant supply of your…
Almond Update: Solid State of the Industry, Call to Action Moving Forward
…make us better growers. It has the potential to differentiate ourselves from other nuts and from other businesses and differentiate ourselves in the supply chain,” said King. “You can’t be…
Understanding Soil Biology Critical for Farming Systems
…grow food on their farm for generations to come, it’s their greatest asset.” About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester…
NCBA Applauds U.S. Senate Introduction of Real MEAT Act
…beef and are sometimes labeled as beef are overseen by the FDA instead. These products are not held to the same food safety and labeling standards as beef. The NCBA…
Almond Board Fueling Farm of the Future
…1973 to build a foundation of knowledge on responsible farming practices, food quality and safety and almonds’ impact on human health. A tangible example of the almond community’s commitment to…
California Farm Bureau Welcomes Agreement on USMCA
…billion in 2017, according to the California Department of Food and Agriculture. “California food and agricultural exports to Canada and Mexico support more than 56,000 jobs—and jobs will be added…
Groups Stress Swift Passage Needed for USMCA
…most important markets for American farmers, ranchers, and agribusinesses. This high-standard agreement builds upon our existing markets to expand United States food and agricultural exports and support food processing and…
Voluntary Agreements Remain Viable for California Water
…supply for farms in more abundant quantities and more reliable deliveries than we’ve seen in recent years and doing that through partnerships at the state, federal, and local levels,” Wade…
Farm Bureau President Pledges Sustained Advocacy for Agriculture
…vote before the end of the year on the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement on trade. He counseled farm groups to work together in assuring production of nutritious food products. “It’s not about…
2020 Will Be International Year of Plant Health
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is launching the United Nations’ International Year of Plant Health for 2020. The initiative is aimed at raising global awareness on how protecting plant…
Tips for When it’s Time to Harvest Your Yams
…small Yams that aren’t worth harvesting in the patch. When you turn the soil over just push the little guys under and add in more compost for next seasons food and…