…on this momentum to establish fair trade agreements that protect rural jobs, ensure fair prices for farmers, and restore sovereignty to the United States,” said National Farmers Union President Roger…
USDA Looks to Strengthen Packers and Stockyards Act
…cost savings related to dealing with different producers, sellers, or growers, or justified on the basis of meeting a competitor’s prices. Other criteria include practices that cannot be justified on…
FSA Encourages Producers to Enroll Soon in ARC and PLC Programs
…in crop prices or revenues and are vital economic safety nets for most American farms. The programs cover the following commodities: barley, canola, large and small chickpeas, corn, crambe, flaxseed,…
Almond Matters: Developing a Vibrant Root System When Planting an Orchard
…into the soil,” Burkdoll reiterated. “All these things in concert help to bring about a higher level of plant health and a more vibrant root structure.” Listen to Burkdoll’s interview…
Ag Groups Respond to Phase One Trade Deal Signing
…meet growing demand for higher quality wheat foods,” said Vince Peterson, President of U.S. Wheat Associates (USW), the organization funded by farmers and the U.S. government to promote wheat exports….
Survey Suggests Substantial Strawberry Production for 2020
…higher for the 2020 crop year compared to the year prior. A total of 26,928 acres were reported for the fall planting, which will ultimately produce fruit for the traditional…
Hot Gardening Trends for the New Year
…Gardening Survey, but participation by the Millennial generation (ages 18-34) continues to grow at a higher rate than other age groups – now equaling Gen Xers, Baby Boomers, and beyond….
Ag Groups Urge Action After Adverse Effect Wage Rate Increase
…commodity prices. The group encouraged a collaborative approach between the agricultural industry and lawmakers in working to solve the complicated issue of farm labor. “We stand ready to help you…
Protein-Rich Snack to Grow in Your Garden
…in your garden or plant them indoors, depending on the length of the growing season your location offers the plants. If your location (typically zone 8 or higher) offers a…
CDFA Grants $1 Million for Biologically Integrated Farming Research
…on chemical insecticide inputs, particularly biologically disruptive insecticides. The funding for the program is derived from OPCA‘s budget to help farmers transition away from chlorpyrifos. A review committee comprised of…
Plan Ahead to Maximize Almond Bloom
…disease prevention and targeted nutritional inputs. For disease management, prevention is key. Blossoms have no natural protection against fungal pathogens, and infection of brown rot blossom blight is common. An…
Fighting Almond Disease? Particle Size Does Matter.
…conditions call for a higher metallic load. ChampION++™ fungicide’s supercharged Cu++ (cupric ions) are the smallest, most uniform copper particle distribution of any WG copper formulation. The result: better coverage…
Confronting the Challenges of the Organic Sector
…more significant growth rate. “We got used to double-digit growth and some pretty significant double-digit growth. But in our sector, its leveled off at a much higher plateau and then…
Strong Year for U.S. Cotton Exports
…for U.S. cotton. “Pakistan has had production issues for the past five years which has led to higher imports. Sales commitments to Pakistan are currently at 1.4 million bales…so for…