…announcement last week. That number represents a small part of the 700 million pigs that China slaughters every year for food consumption. However, due to restrictions on transporting animals that…
Presidential Order Restores Western Water Supplies
…that benefit species and that benefit both the farmers who provide California-grown food and farm products and everyone who depends on those products.” Source: California Farm Bureau Federation, Western Growers…
Planting and Harvesting Bamboo for Different Uses
…weeds at bay, help the soil stay moist, and allow the bamboo to spread quickly. When it’s being grown for food, the best time to harvest is in the springtime….
Trade News Has Pork Producers Feeling Optimistic
…is willing to eliminate all non-tariff barriers and embrace U.N. food-safety standards and other international standards. “NPPC will not support a deal with the U.K. unless it agrees to equivalence,…
U.S. Agricultural Export Opportunities in South Korea
…urban population seeking convenient and healthy food products. Increasing wealth, a growing number of women in the workforce, and a younger generation seeking international foods are also contributing to the…
A Beautiful Plant You Can Grow at Home
…or furniture. It can also be found in clothing, paper products, and lampshades. Bamboo can be made into chopsticks, tiki torch stands or a wall screen. Bamboo can be grown…
Panel Calls for Congress to Pass Senate Version of the Farm Bill
…that includes work requirements for food stamp recipients. During an event this week, Food Policy Action executive director Monica Mills said, “we want to see a farm bill that is…
Agri View: Farm Labor Cost More Today
Everett Griner talks about farm labor costing more in today’s Agri View. Farm Labor Cost More Today No matter where the crop is grown, and what the price is that…
More Than 65,000 Expected in Indianapolis for 2018 National FFA Convention & Expo
…to the greater Indianapolis area as part of the National Days of Service. Places where students will be giving back to the community include Gleaners Food Bank, Maplelawn Farmstead, the…
USDA Announces Deregulation of GE Low-Gossypol Cotton
…and aquaculture feed industries, as well as for human food uses. As part of the petition process, APHIS prepared a draft plant pest risk assessment (PPRA) and draft environmental assessment…
Benefits of Fall Planting of Fast-Growing Trees
…a list of the fastest growing trees below. Whether it’s for extra privacy, food, protection against poor air quality, shade, or you just adding some beautification to your outdoor space,…
World Food Day: Farmers Committed to Decreasing Global Hunger
The following statement regarding 2018 World Food Day can be attributed to American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall. “Farm Bureau joins the world in commemorating 2018 World Food Day….
Southern Africa: A Promising Region for U.S. Agricultural Exports
…and ready-to-eat foods. As a result, the number of restaurants, bars, and cafes (including U.S. and local fast food chains) is growing as dining out becomes more popular throughout the…
Celebrating National Cheese Curd Day
If you are searching for something a little different, Cathy Isom has us celebrating the comfort food with a reputation for being squeaky. That’s coming up on This Land of…