…and why we’re doing it better than ever to grow all that great food that they want to buy at the market,” said Duflock. “They want to buy those foods…
Challenges When Caring for Livestock in the Winter Time
…food, and care. Starting with their water source, you’ll need to regulate water temperatures to avoid freezing. Also, monitor the quality of the water. Is it muddy, dirty, or contaminated?…
Proposed Changes to FSMA’s Produce Safety Rule
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is proposing changes to the Produce Safety Rule provision of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). Proposed changes pertain to certain criteria for…
Keeping Your Feathered Friends Happy and Protected this Winter
…feathered friends happy and hardy. Natural food sources become scarce in winter, so backyard birds will benefit more than ever from feeders stocked with nourishing food. Having a few plants…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 12-03-21
…input costs and the impact of price inflation on global demand for U.S. ag products. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, and more. Listen to previous…
Hemp Producers Get Support With Improved Crop Insurance
…ways. In the Biden-Harris Administration, USDA is transforming America’s food system with a greater focus on more resilient local and regional food production, fairer markets for all producers, ensuring access…
Almond Update: Tickets Available for Almond Conference Events
…food products that are being developed and the growth of existing categories,” Williams noted. Global CEO of Dan-D Group, Dan On will also be giving a keynote presentation during the…
California Walnut Board Supports Industry Growth During Record Crop Year
…that directly benefit immediate grower needs. Topics including pest management, food safety, product quality, and more were prevalent in these programs. UC Davis’ CWB-funded walnut breeding program released a new…
New Micro Farm Policy Available from USDA
…ways. In the Biden-Harris Administration, USDA is transforming America’s food system with a greater focus on more resilient local and regional food production, fairer markets for all producers, ensuring access…
MPIRG Program Issues $32 Million in Grant Support
…and processing facilities through the program. The goal is to expand processing capacity and efficiency to help bolster the resiliency of the food supply chain. “Today’s investment supports local and…
USDA Begins Accepting Applications for $1.15 Billion in Loans and Grants
…in so many positive ways. Under the Biden-Harris Administration, USDA is transforming America’s food system with a greater focus on more resilient local and regional food production, fairer markets for…
Grants Awarded to Strengthen Local and Regional Markets for U.S. Ag Products
…development, coordination and delivery of nutrition education, and food access solutions. AMS supports U.S. food and agricultural products market opportunities, while increasing consumer access to fresh, healthy foods through applied…
Survey Shows Thanksgiving Dinner Cost Up 14%
…pandemic and high global demand for food, particularly meat,” she explained. Further, “The trend of consumers cooking and eating at home more often due to the pandemic led to increased…
Keep Thanksgiving Free from Foodborne Illness
…full Thanksgiving meal. It’s important to follow safe practices like handwashing, using a food thermometer, and avoiding cross-contamination.” One of the best tips for food safety is making sure to…