…producers that their milk contracts would be terminated on May 31. At the time of the announcement, Dean Foods cited a “surplus of raw milk at a time when the…
Reminder: MPP Enrollment Deadline Looming
…revised by Congress earlier this year. USDA says many producers will see payments in early June, depending on the coverage they elect. The program protects dairy producers by paying them…
Dairy Groups Ask for Original Oversight
U.S. dairy producers and manufacturers offered to collaborate with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to continue fostering dairy food safety and job growth, as the agency develops procedures…
Secretary Perdue Receives Request for Dairy Relief Funds
…other similar applications by the USDA. The Trump and Obama Administrations have both used the act to provide $300 million to assist cotton producers through the Cotton Ginning Cost Share…
Trade Retaliation Hurting U.S. Pork Producers
Producer Losses at $2.2 Billion Since March 1 The National Pork Producers called for a swift resolution of the United States-China trade dispute, paving the way for increased U.S. pork…
OTA: Higher Organic Standards Up to Industry
The USDA recently withdrew its organic livestock and checkoff rules, which signals that the agency likely won’t be setting any higher standards for the organic seal. Laura Batcha, CEO of…
Dairy Farmers Have Until June 1 to Apply for Improved Safety Net under MPP
…Program for Dairy (MPP-Dairy). Many producers will see payments in early June, depending on the coverage they elect. The program protects dairy producers by paying them based on the difference…
Action Taken Against Canadian Trade Measures That Discriminate Against U.S. Wine
…to have the opportunity to buy our great American wine. The practice of discriminating against U.S. wine is unfair and cannot be tolerated any longer. Our wine producers rely on…
Cattle Groups Applaud Introduction of Livestock Hauling Bill
…producer Kevin Kester says the current Hours of Service rules for livestock haulers present big challenges for the industry and can also jeopardize the health and well-being of livestock. “Hauling…
NCBA Applauds Introduction of Legislation Addressing Hours of Service Changes for Livestock Haulers
…to show their support for livestock haulers and cattle producers across this country.” Livestock haulers are scheduled to have to start using Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) to track their driving…
U.S.-China Trade War a Win For Other Nations?
…deal, long-term trends could be stacked against American producers when it comes to Beijing’s consumption. China will likely keep pouring resources into other countries in an attempt to diversify its…
Clover Creek Bridge Crossing
…fencing and livestock water facilities. Livestock management requires year ‘round access to check animals, water supply, fencing, and rotate grazing. This access was denied by lack of creek passage during…
House Members Want Thailand Ban of U.S. Pork Ended
…enjoyed by Thailand if it doesn’t grant reciprocal access to American goods. Jim Heimerl, National Pork Producers President, says it’s time for Thailand to end its unwarranted ban on U.S….
$2.5 Million Available to Improve Agricultural Water Efficiency in California
…these on-farm conservation improvements will be made on June 22 and July 27, 2018. In 2018 NRCS is offering technical and financial irrigation assistance to agricultural producers in areas where…