…“It’s a sad day when so many members of the U.S. Senate sell out to big food and big business and turn their backs on those who elected them.” The…
Global Food Prices Rise in June
The latest Food Price Index shows global food prices moved 4.2 percent higher compared to May of this year. The monthly report released Thursday by the Food and Agriculture Organization…
Farming from the Heart- Our Future
…year we start all over again. This applies to more than just production of food, it applies to our lives. It’s the way we, as farmers, ranchers, communicators and everything…
Senate Passes GMO Labeling Legislation
…as a member of the Coalition for Safe Affordable Food. For more information on the need for a federal labeling standard, visit the Coalition for Safe Affordable Food, at www.CFSAF.org….
Hot Dog Etiquette
…coming up on This Land of Ours. Hot Dog Etiquette From: the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council Hot Dog Etiquette Everyday Guidance for Eating America’s Sacred Food This informative…
Agri View: Vines Controlling Temperature
…to bear the weight of the full-grown vine. A trellis can be used or, if an espaliered effect is desired, special masonry nails are available from nurseries and hardware stores….
Military Leaders on Agriculture and National Security
…of countries around the world. “A strong military and sound agricultural policies are the pillars of our national security. The men and women of America’s armed services regularly witness food…
NMPF on Biotech Labeling Amendment
…passage. Food ingredients made using biotechnology have been proven safe by more than 2,000 studies from leading scientific bodies worldwide. The U.S. Department of Agriculture, the U.S. Food and Drug…
National Hot Dog Month
…million hot dogs on July 4th alone. The Independence Day weekend also kicked off National Hot Dog Month, a celebration of our nation’s iconic food. To mark the occasion, the…
Agri View: Direct Marketing
…to have access to locally grown, farm fresh produce, enables farmers the opportunity to develop a personal relationship with their customers, and cultivate consumer loyalty with the farmers who grows…
Farm Bureau Entrepreneurship Challenge in Judging Phase
…competition to focus on entrepreneurs working in food and agricultural businesses. All applications include a business plan, video pitch, and photo, and will be reviewed by judges. The top ten…
Conaway re: Global Food Security Act
…globe. “I am pleased that the Global Food Security Act reflects and capitalizes on that commitment without overhauling time-tested food aid programs that provide U.S. commodities for emergency feeding and…
Senate to Vote on GMO Bill
…Agriculture assessment that responds to detractors arguments against the bill. Last week, the Food and Drug Administration released a report, at lawmakers’ request, that found the bill is full of…
World Food Prize Honors
…vegetable that helped 4 scientists receive worldwide recognition. That story’s ahead on This Land of Ours. World Food Prize Honors From: The World Food Prize 2016 World Food Prize Laureates…