The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced an extension to the original deadline for Market Facilitation Program applications. Agricultural producers who are seeking payments through the program, which is…
CA FFA Students Lived to Serve Their Community During the Camp Fire
Courtesy FFA Students from Gridley High School FFA worked to provide relief efforts during the Camp Fire that blazed through Butte County. The students helped with sorting donations, feeding livestock,…
Antibiotics for Animal Agriculture Drops by A Third
…group of major food companies, retailers, livestock producers, as well as trade and professional associations. The Framework for Antibiotic Stewardship in Food Animal Production agreed to by groups such as…
Biosolorization a Potential Tool for Producers?
…producers another tool against soil-borne pests. The process is called biosolorization. Using the sun to solarize soil is nothing new but the process which covers the ground with a plastic…
Several Developments for Dairy in 2018
…are excited for the future potential for the California dairy industry. Tariffs also had a significant impact on dairy producers throughout the year, but there is optimism moving forward after…
Perdue Details USDA Functions in the Event of a Lapse in Federal Funding
…said Secretary Perdue. “Our employees work hard every day to benefit our customers and the farmers, ranchers, foresters, and producers who depend on our programs. During a shutdown, we will…
Perdue Applauds USDA’s 2018 Accomplishments
…reform, streamlining government, and refocusing USDA to be customer oriented. Perdue “In 2018 we have fought for American farmers, ranchers, and producers by delivering new and improved trade deals like…
Avocado Producers Bracing for Light 2019
…damage producers may see. Melban said most producers were done harvesting at the time, but the heat damage is now putting a damper on next year’s crop expectations. About the…
The 2018 Farm Bill is Officially Here
…intended to keep the American agricultural industry secure. “By signing this bill, we are protecting our crop insurance programs and funding that producers rely on in times of disaster,” President…
Industry Excited for Dairy Policy Reforms in Farm Bill
Industry members have expressed significant support for some of the dairy policy reforms put forth in the farm bill that should prove beneficial for dairy farmers. The National Milk Producers…
Almond Matters: Controlling Fleabane and Marestail in Orchards
…is not an easy one to control.” The weeds are both prolific seed producers and leaving them unchecked can cause significant issues later in the season. Lopez noted the importance…
Ag Must Be Part Of U.S.-EU Trade Deal, Groups Insist
…successfully addressed in a final agreement,” the coalition concluded. Source: National Pork Producers Council Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt Ramsey…
Round Two of Trade Mitigation Payments Coming From USDA
…Three programs were initiated in September to help address the negative impact associated with the trade disputes. The Market Facilitation Program (MFP) payments will now be available to producers of…
USDA Highlights Benefits of Improved Dairy Safety Net Tool
More than 21,400 dairy producers opted for coverage through the Margin Protection Program for Dairy (MPP-Dairy) in 2018, up by more than 2,000 producers from the previous year. This U.S. Department of…