…California Processing Tomato Report. This early processing tomato estimate is funded by the California League of Food Processors, in cooperation with the California Department of Food and Agriculture. Read the…
Common Crop Chemical Leaves Bees Susceptible to Deadly Viruses
…synergistic mortality in honey bee larvae.” Other authors on the paper include Diana Cox-Foster, USDA-ARS-PWA Pollinating Insect Research Unit. The U.S. Department of Agriculture National Institute of Food and Agriculture…
Funding for Potato Breeding Research
…robust crops capable of withstanding or recovering from present and future pests, environmental constraints and climate change that could threaten our nation’s food security. This request for applications (RFA) seeks…
USDA Invests in Citrus Greening Research
…and Quarantine. These services enable rapid and accurate diagnoses and support U.S. food security. Since 2009, NIFA has invested in and advanced innovative and transformative initiatives to solve societal challenges…
Funding to Support Agriculture Programs at Hispanic-Serving Institutions
…economic growth, addressing water availability issues, increasing food production, finding new sources of energy, mitigating climate variability and ensuring food safety. To learn more about NIFA’s impact on agricultural science,…
Strong Ag Background with Sonny Perdue
…isn’t necessarily production; it’s processing and that real whole food chain that many people are discovering now from farm to table,” he said. “Farmers are great for the economy because…
Perdue Nominated as Ag Secretary; Ag Groups Show Support
…and small businessman. His educational training as a veterinarian also gives him unique insights into the important issues facing America’s livestock producers in the areas of animal health, food safety…
Almond Board: Navel Orangeworm Predictor
…Not only is the nut damaged, but the feeding opens the door to Aspergillus molds, which can produce aflatoxin contamination. Aflatoxins are considered a serious food safety issue and are…
Vilsack’s Week Early Departure Meant to Save Tax Dollars
…a trip to Mexico this week and did not want the federal government to pay for a security detail to travel with him. Vilsack served as Ag Secretary for all…
Agri View: Farmer’s Share
…into the farmer’s pocket. Well here is how one form organization figures it. The 16 most common food items in ordinary meals averages about $50.00. Farmers receive about one-third of…
Funding to Support Agricultural Education at 1890s Land-grant Institutions
…and food sciences facilities and equipment. The 1890 Facilities Grant Program helps the eligible institutions educate the future workforce in the food, agricultural and human sciences job sectors. “This funding…
USDA Strengthens Integrity of the Organic Label
…the rule also clarifies options available to organic producers to help them achieve critical food safety and biosecurity goals. Major provisions of the rule include: Clarifying how producers and handlers…
Another ‘Midnight’ Regulation Dumped On Farmers
In another poke in the eye to agriculture, the Obama administration tomorrow will issue a regulation that adds animal welfare standards to the nation’s organic food production law. The National…
Humans Need Bees
…valuable are bees to humans? The tiny insects are largely responsible for regulating our food supply. Without them, we wouldn’t be able to enjoy apples, almonds, oranges and avocados. A…