…affirming the safety of U.S. beef and beef products,” said Vilsack. “We welcome this move by Hong Kong and will continue our efforts to break down barriers and expand access…
California Hay Report
…tight as all regions are in full production. Region 6 is facing the summer heat and quality of hay is dropping. All prices reported FOB at the stack or barn…
USDA Takes Steps to Stop PEDv, PDCoV
…state or federal authorities. While the PEDv does not pose a threat to human health or food safety, it is causing a tremendous hardship for American pork producers. It has…
Beet Curly Top Virus Update
…conduct either aerial or ground treatment applications. Environmental factors such as wind and heat have interfered with planned treatment days, however, program personnel continue with treatment as needed. Due to…
USDA Announces Funding, Issues Federal Order to Combat PEDv
…management plan to address the detected virus and prevent its spread. Plans will be based on industry-recommended best practices, and include disease monitoring through testing and biosecurity measures. These steps…
Modified-Live Virus Vaccines for Cattle
…modified-live virus vaccines or MLVs offer safety and efficacy against reproductive diseases along with duration of immunity. Some 99-percent of Dawson’s clients with 70,000 head of cattle are using a…
More Water Users Receive Notices of Curtailment
…of due process, the board’s methods for calculating supply and demand, how it quantifies public trust and public health and safety needs, and how voluntary curtailment agreements already in place…
AFBF: EPA Greenhouse Gas Plan Harmful to Economy, Agriculture
…Bureau Federation said today. The EPA’s attempt to impose a 30-percent reduction in carbon dioxide on the nation’s power plants will lead to higher energy prices. Farmers would face not…
Ag Industry Reacts to EPA Draft Rule for Air
Hot on the heels of another controversial EPA rule, now the agency is proposing mandating a big cut in carbon dioxide emissions from existing power plants. Two leaders in the…
USDA Awarding $6 Million to Prepare Farmers for New Farm Bill Programs
…as they make critical decisions about new programs that impact their livelihoods. The new tools that will be developed will empower farmers and ranchers to select the plan that best…
USDA Unveils New Addition to My Plate Website
…of www.choosemyplate.gov will learn ways to plan, purchase and prepare healthy meals. The new section includes USDA Unveils New Addition to My Plate Website tips and strategies to save money,…
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…
Groundwater Discussions at CDFA Meeting
…agriculture,” said CDFA Secretary Karen Ross. “How we manage this precious resource sustainably, while respecting the rights of landowners and the public, is vital as we plan for drought and…
USDA Unrolling New Crop Insurance Policy Option
…fruits and vegetables. He says crop insurance has USDA Unrolling New Crop Insurance Policy Option been the linchpin of the farm safety net for years, and it continues to grow…