…of Missouri and the Agricultural and Food Policy Center (AFPC) at Texas A&M (co-leads for the National Association of Agricultural and Food Policy [NAAFP]), will receive a total of $3…
Farmer’s Reply to Rep. Costa on Water
…Kole Upton, says there’s a better way for Costa to support water for the state’s farmers and food production. Sabrina Hill reports. Kole Upton on Water Kole Upton is a…
Full Interview with Kole Upton
…Kole Upton, says there’s a better way for Costa to support water for the state’s farmers and food production. Here is Sabrina Hill’s full interview with Upton. Kole Upton Full…
April 2014 Dairy Information Bulletin Released by CDFA
The California Department of Food and Agriculture released the April 2014 Dairy Information Bulletin today. Production of all milk on farms and ranches in California during April 2014 totaled 3.671…
Agriculture Groups Urge TPP Deal Without Japan
The National Pork Producers Council today joined the International Dairy Foods Association, the National Association of Wheat Growers, the USA Rice Federation and the U.S. Wheat Association in calling on…
Importance of Quarantines for Controlling Pests in California
…on the shoulders of California Department of Food and Agriculture Environmental Program Manager Nawal Sharma. Quarantines can be a headache for the ag industry, but the need is pretty basic….
Survey Season Kicking Into High Gear
…and security. USDA Agricultural Statistics Board Chairperson Mark Harris says Survey Season Kicking Into High Gear there are many ways NASS collects data – including through mail, personal interviews, telephone…
Agri View: Read the Label
Everett Griner talks about the food we eat is healthy, if we read the label, in today’s Agri View. Read the Label…
USDA Unveils New Addition to My Plate Website
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has unveiled a new addition to its My Plate website called Healthy Eating on a Budget. Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says although healthy foods aren’t…
Agribusiness Export Training Seminars
…initiative offering several training opportunities targeted toward select business demographics with varying levels of export experience. This seminar, Exporting in a Global Market , will explain the benefits of exporting…
USDA Launches New Resources at ChooseMyPlate.gov to Help Cost-Conscious Consumers Make Healthier Food Choices
…insightful information about planning meals, shopping smart in the grocery store, and preparing foods that save money and time in the kitchen. “Although healthy foods aren’t always more expensive, many…
Prices at the Supermarket Up Slightly, But Where?
Which section of the grocery store you shop in will determine if you are paying more or less for specific food items this month. Rod Bain has the report. Prices…
USDA Role in Feeding World and Addressing Climate Change
There are a lot of conflicting views when it comes to climate change. Agriculture Department research and programs are balancing the need to increase food production while lessening impacts of…
Talking With You About the Five W’s of Your Food
…use, are about telling you where your food comes from, and the price you pay for it. Rod Bain reports. Talking With You About the Five W’s of Your Food…