The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is asking the public for feedback about coronavirus response grants and the food purchase program. USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is seeking comment on…
Coalition Highlights Value of Crop Insurance as Congress Develops Budget
…the financial security of rural America,” the letter reads. “It would only serve to undercut these efforts to propose harmful changes to a crop insurance program that provides predictable, within-budget…
2019 Crop Report Shows More Than $50 Billion in Cash Receipts
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) recently released the 2019 crop report. Figures show that farmers and ranchers received more than $50 billion in cash receipts for the…
ARS Launches New Project to Engage the Next Generation of Researchers
…science, and food technology. The goal is to use the pilot program as a model for other schools as an expansion of the Three Sisters Project. Listen to the radio…
President Biden Ready to Sign Latest COVID Relief Legislation
…to the provisions supporting the industry. “In many respects, the American Rescue Plan is a positive development. In the immediate term, it provides crucial assistance for both unemployed and food…
Heliae Joins the Celebration of 1,000 Episodes of Farm City Newsday
…to feed the soil microbiome,” said Dr. Karl Wyant, Vice President of Ag Sciences for Heliae. “Think of it as a food source for your bacteria and for your fungi….
Data Shows that Citrus Tarping Having Positive Impact on ACP Movement
…in place. The California Department of Food and Agriculture implemented the bulk citrus tarping requirement in 2017 after a recommendation from the Citrus Pest & Disease Prevention Committee. Data shows…
Legislation Introduced to Improve Cattle Market Transparency
…release. “This legislation will ensure farmers and ranchers have fair access to markets and are fully informed on pricing so they can continue to put food on the table in…
Port Congestion Being Addressed by Federal Officials
…agriculture, food, and transport groups which included WAPA sent a letter to President Joe Biden regarding the issue. “You’re going to see more complaints, more concerns, and you’re going to…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 03-09-21
…ag burning in the San Joaquin Valley ending come 2025, and food safety measures welcomed as long as they don’t impede the process. Tune in to the show for these…
Report Highlights Impact of Weak U.S. Dollar on Ag Exports
…global market when the U.S. dollar is weaker. A new report from CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange highlights a weak U.S. dollar being one of the driving factors for the expected increase in ag…
American Rescue Plan Act Moving Forward with Senate Approval
…bring much-needed nutrition assistance and financial relief to millions of families struggling to pay the bills and put healthy food on the table,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a…
Perfect Gift for Easter That Keeps on Giving All Year Long
The perfect gift for Easter that will keep on giving. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Eggshell Garden Growing Your Food In Your Own Backyard/YouTube Instead of filling…
FACA Expands Membership and Narrows Its Focus
The Food and Agriculture Climate Alliance (FACA) is working to narrow its focus on specific policy recommendations. Initially, the group established more than 40 policy recommendations back in November. As…