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…
Hemp Producers Get Support With Improved Crop Insurance
…plants per acre. This requirement was added to align direct-seeded hemp with the common farming practice for transplanted Cannabidiol (CBD) of transplanting at least 1,200 live plants per acre. About…
Taking Care of the Perfect Poinsettia You Just Picked
…Poinsettia in bright light. Your plant will last longer it it’s in bright, natural light. If possible, rotate the plant so it’s getting enough light all the way around. Poinsettias…
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
…agent, contact your RMA Regional Office. Learn more about crop insurance and the modern farm safety net at rma.usda.gov. USDA touches the lives of all Americans each day in so many positive…
MPIRG Program Issues $32 Million in Grant Support
…labeling, and food safety requirements needed to achieve a Federal Grant of Inspection under the Federal Meat Inspection Act or the Poultry Products Inspection Act. Grant assistance can also assist…
USDA Begins Accepting Applications for $1.15 Billion in Loans and Grants
…of Americans in rural areas. This assistance supports infrastructure improvements; business development; housing; community facilities such as schools, public safety and health care; and high-speed internet access in rural, Tribal…
Prepare for a fruitful year
…be utilized in the case of shortages or pricing frustrations. Plan for alternatives. When putting together your agronomic plans, it’s a good idea to tier your product choices based on…
Grants Awarded to Strengthen Local and Regional Markets for U.S. Ag Products
…$14.8 million to 30 projects across 24 states to support partnerships that connect public and private resources to plan and develop local or regional food systems. The projects focus on…
Keep Thanksgiving Free from Foodborne Illness
…holiday. Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says, “Thanksgiving is one of my favorite times to remind people about food safety. I personally know how much effort it takes to prepare a…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 11-16-21
…on small off-road engines, and the ongoing farm safety survey. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, recipes, features and more. Listen to previous Farm City Newsday…
Senators Announce Plan to Improve Cattle Market Fairness
…price transparency and will improve market conditions for independent producers across the country.” The Senators plan to introduce the act in the coming days. Among the many changes it will…
State Officials Abandon Voluntary Agreement Discussions
…Natural Resources Agency announced they will be moving forward with plans to increase flows from San Joaquin River tributaries. Six water districts had been working with state officials to try…