…situation overseas,” said Ibach. “We are committed to working with the swine industry, our producers, other government agencies, and neighboring countries to take these additional steps.” At the same time,…
Sec. Perdue Comments on the Development of a Vaccine Bank
…hearing, including the development of a vaccine bank to address livestock diseases. “While we refer to it as a ‘vaccine bank’ it’s actually a broader strategy than that,” Secretary Perdue…
Nighttime Labor Regulation Language to Be Reviewed in April
…you have to designate safe areas for the start and end of a shift and break areas.” Many agricultural groups oppose the proposed language. Wolfe added that between producers voiding…
Study Reveals Pigs Can Transmit FMD Prior to Signs of Sickness
…fever and blisters. Foot-and-mouth disease continues to be the most important foreign disease of livestock worldwide, said Jonathan Arzt, lead investigator and veterinary medical officer with USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS). Although…
Survey Evaluating Energy Costs of Groundwater Pumping Remains Open
A research project looking into the energy costs associated with groundwater pumping is seeking participation from growers via an online survey of farms and ranches. Producers are being encouraged to…
Keeping the Carbon Footprint of Livestock in Perspective
…Footprint of Livestock in Perspective About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk…
WTO Officially Acknowledges Chinese Subsidies Violate Rules
…after information was provided to officials from both countries prior to the public announcement. “The United States proved that China for years provided government support for its grain producers far…
Controlling Tough Weeds Through Residual and Burndown Systems
…Resistant weeds are also growing in prevalence, making it increasingly important for producers to be targeted in their weed control strategies. When determining weed control options, growers should employ multiple…
California Producers Win Prestigious Conservation Award
…gave this year’s producers award to Bruce and Rick Rominger of Rominger Farms in Winters, California. News release from National Association of Conservation Districts The National Association of Conservation Districts…
Getting More from Your Bank with Farmer Mac Services
Producers looking for various types of financing assistance can often access Farmer Mac services through their local banking institution. Farmer Mac works closely with many community banks in order to…
Farm Bill Implementation Listening Session Open to Producers
…will be publicly available on www.regulations.gov. Learn more here. Source: USDA Farm Service Agency Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef…
Mechanical Pruning Becoming More Viable for Grape Producers
…mechanical pruning you can get it as late as possible.” About the Author Taylor Hillman Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For…
Keeping Up with Competition in the World Prune Market
American producers are working to remain competitive in the world prune market as other countries are able to produce and sell their products at lower costs. Exports to Hong Kong…
Planted Cotton Acreage Expected to Increase
The National Cotton Council (NCC) is expecting an increase in planted cotton acreage as indicated by the 38th Annual Early Season Planting Intentions Survey. Producers intend to plant more than…