Schemm The National Wheat Growers Association said Monday that association president David Schemm has resigned from his position to pursue other professional opportunities in his home state. The High Plains…
Breeding Resistant Chickens for Improved Food Safety
…could make it easier to breed pathogen-resistant chickens. The test identifies roosters whose blood contains naturally high levels of two key chemicals, cytokine, and chemokines. These chemicals mobilize the birds’…
Raisin Prices Offset by Lower Production
…the lightest crop of Thompsons we’ve had in at least a couple of decades.” Raisin prices that were negotiated by the Raisin Bargaining Association (RBA) are over 50 percent higher…
Celebrating National Pumpkin Day
…in North America about 9,000 years ago. Today, we recognize this autumn decoration and food in a variety of recipes, competitions, and festivals. Pumpkins are high in fiber, potassium and…
Egypt Issuing Wheat Import Guidelines to Tackle Trade Problems
…buyer, Egypt. The guidelines will be issued within the next two weeks. Reuters says Egypt is looking to calm nervous suppliers who have been adding high-risk premiums because of what…
USDA Offers Support to People and Communities Affected by California Wildfires
…areas. This assistance supports infrastructure improvements; business development; homeownership; community services such as schools, public safety, and healthcare; and high-speed internet access in rural areas. For more information, visit www.rd.usda.gov/ca….
USDA Strengthens Agricultural Sciences at Hispanic-Serving Institutions
…(HSIs). These grants will strengthen the ability of the institutions to carry out education, applied research, and related community development programs. “These grants highlight NIFA’s commitment to Hispanic-Serving Institutions by…
Nestle Leaving Grocery Manufacturers Association
…been at odds with GMA on some of the most high-profile food issues in Washington, D.C. in recent years. Nestle was one of a handful of companies that backed labeling…
NRCS Streamlining EQIP Applications for Fire Recovery
…erosion so that lives and property are protected and additional hardships are not heaped upon the devastated community.” With the high potential for winter rains, burned areas are at greater…
Farm State Senators Keep Pressure on EPA
…to pay attention to us.” Iowa Senator Joni Ernst held up a scheduled Environment and Public Works Committee vote on Wednesday, saying her frustration level is “pretty high” over the…
NIFA Biotechnology Grants Put Science at Center of Food Safety Policy
…on high-quality science and evidence.” Established in 1992, the Biotechnology Risk Assessment Research Grant (BRAG) program supports research to help evaluate hazard potential and other effects of genetically engineered (GE)…
USDA Helps Small Businesses Develop New Agricultural Products, Technology
…domestic small businesses to engage in high-growth research and development with high potential for commercialization and that could lead to significant public benefit. Phase I grants invest in feasibility and…
‘Beef. It’s What’s for Dinner’ Once Again
…and was officially launched October 9 with a new website and online-only advertisements highlighting the updated technology used in beef production. Traditional means of advertising have not been extremely successful…
Still Time to Register for California Avocado Society’s Annual Meeting
…analysis technologies. Brokaw Orchard will feature management changes over time and Dominguez Orchard will highlight high-density management and pruning methods. The President’s BBQ Reception will begin at 4:30 p.m. on…