…of the talks as the U.S. and Mexico engage in negotiations. However, Canada has remained out largely since many issues being discussed are simply topics, such as labor, that Canada…
Concerns Growing over USDA Reorganization
…Economic Research Service and the National Institute of Food and Agriculture out of Washington, D.C., to a more “cost-effective” location closer to farmers. The Public and Land-grant Universities Board on…
Agri View: Cattlemen COOL Legal Battle
…Battle Violation of the the Country of Origin Label (COOL) has cost producers in one location of the country a lot of money. One section is the only location they…
Perdue Talks Tariffs, Water in San Joaquin Valley
…relief programs, accessible foreign workforce and reliable water supplies. U.S. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue and Congressman David Valadao Visit HMC Farms in Kingsburg, Ca. Accompanying Perdue were Congressmen Jim Costa,…
USDA Forest Service Announces New Strategy for Improving Forest Conditions
…in FY 2020, that will stop the rise of the 10-year average cost of fighting wildland fire and reduce the likelihood of the disruptive practice of transferring funds from Forest…
Tariffs Could Cost Fruit and Nuts $3 Billion
…higher tariffs could cost major U.S. fruit and nut industries $2.64 billion per year in exports to countries imposing the higher tariffs, and as much as $3.34 billion by reducing…
Water Works: Moving Toward Better Water Stability
…as developing cost-effective methods for desalting brackish water from bays, rivers and underground reserves. Researchers from the University of California along with startup companies in Silicon Valley are all looking…
Celebrating National Lemon Meringue Pie Day
…countries, besides India, Argentina, Spain and Iran. California, Arizona, and Texas are the top lemon producing states. A one ounce serving of Lemon Meringue will cost you about 81 calories,…
Poultry Facilities Recognized for Safety Performance
…percent of the nation’s poultry products and directly employ more than 350,000 workers. Based on the latest data available from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the poultry slaughter and processing…
Farm Export Prices Post Large Declines in July
U.S. agriculture export prices fell 5.3 percent last month. Data released by the U.S. Department of Labor shows the decline is the largest drop in farm exports since 2011. The…
Celebrating National Filet Mignon Day
…Due to the low levels of fat found in the fillets, bacon is often used in cooking. A typical 6 ounce portion will cost you about 324 calories – that’s…
Next Round of Tariffs Set
…move comes as American companies complain that the more tariffs will eventually cost them more to do business and raise consumer prices. China has promised to retaliate with another $16…
Deadline Approaches for Continuous Conservation Reserve Program Enrollment
…lands from production and plant certain grasses, shrubs and trees that improve water quality, prevent soil erosion and increase wildlife habitat with annual rental payments and cost-share assistance. Landowners enter…
NCGA Welcomes Administration Support for High Octane Fuels
…economy and greenhouse gas emissions standards. NCGA knows firsthand that ethanol is a high octane fuel that provides a cost-effective means for automakers to reduce GHG emissions and improve fuel…