The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) and the U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) urged the Trump Administration not to retreat from pursuing new trade opportunities in the Pacific Rim, and…
AFBF Pres. Duvall Re: Importance of Trade to U.S. Agriculture
…to protect and advance U.S. agricultural interests in the critical Asia-Pacific region. “American agriculture is virtually always a winner when trade agreements remove barriers to U.S. crop and livestock exports…
Cattlemen Express Concerns With Trump Administration’s Trade Action
…been one of the greatest success stories in the long history of the U.S. beef industry. “Fact is American cattle producers are already losing out on $400,000 in sales every…
The Western View: EPA, You Got to be Kidding!
…irrigation sources for farms downstream. Some farmers lost crops altogether. Others were able to haul water and save their crop and livestock, at substantial expense. This is also a popular…
NOW Cost Pistachio Growers $100 Mil
…over-wintering populations down, but growers need to dedicate attention to the pest. NOW has been a rising concern for pistachio growers. Experts have recommended pistachio producers start practicing the integrated…
Uncertainty Ahead for Organic Animal Welfare Rule
…level playing field.” However, Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman Pat Roberts said the costs of complying with requirements that livestock and poultry have outdoor access could put some producers out of…
NPPC Endorses Pruitt For EPA Administrator
Pruitt Calling him a champion for American agriculture and a strong advocate for sound science and the rule of law, the National Pork Producers Council endorsed Oklahoma Attorney General Scott…
National Pork Producers Delegate Body Appointed
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the appointment of 163 producers and five importers to the 2017 National Pork Producers Delegate Body. The appointees were selected from nominees…
Role of Fossil Fuels in the U.S. Food System and the American Diet
…the food system’s reduced reliance on fossil fuels as an energy source. If faced with the CO2 tax, U.S. producers and consumers would adjust their behaviors in order to mitigate…
Funding for Potato Breeding Research
…of superior-performing varieties that can be brought to market as soon as possible. The United States is one of the top potato producers worldwide, and industry sales estimates topped $3.6…
Conaway on Nomination of Former Governor Sonny Perdue for USDA Secretary
…work diligently to turn those tides. As we begin working on the next Farm Bill, the Secretary will play a vital role in implementing positive changes for our producers and…
Perdue Nominated as Ag Secretary; Ag Groups Show Support
…and small businessman. His educational training as a veterinarian also gives him unique insights into the important issues facing America’s livestock producers in the areas of animal health, food safety…
Farm Leaders Taking Part in Inaugural Parade Friday
…Bureau President Zippy Duvall, American Soybean Association President Ron Moore, U.S. Farmers & Ranchers Alliance CEO Randy Krotz, National Pork Producers Council President John Weber, and National Association of Farm…
Funding to Support Agricultural Education at 1890s Land-grant Institutions
…the NIFA 1890s Facilities Grants Program web page for more information. Previously funded projects include an outreach and teaching facility for livestock at Tuskegee University. The university’s Cooperative Extension division…