…conflict. If feral hogs have a redeeming quality, it might be that they provide some additional recreational hunting opportunities. If cared for properly, their meat can make tasty table fare….
NPPC Year in Review
…by pork producers this year proved successful. The omnibus spending bill passed this month included a host of agriculture issues, including repeal of mandatory country-of-origin meat labeling in the U.S….
Ranches Surviving California Drought
…antibiotics. (It’s worth noting that, under federal law, there are never any antibiotics in meat.) More recently, the ranch has had to bring in hay for the cows to eat,…
Goat Meat for the Holidays
…suggestions to add goat meat to your holiday gathering. Goat Meat for the Holidays From: Holiday Leg of Goat Recipe by Shepherd Song This story is sponsored by Shepherd Song…
Groundwater Management a Costly Endeavor
Sustainable groundwater plans could be a costly endeavor for local groundwater agencies to put together and present to the state. Management a Costly Endeavor Local water entities have until 2017…
Gift Ideas for Gardeners
…are short on pretty pictures but have “the meat” or information. Reference books range from topics on different plants, to the basics of landscaping or problem solving. Books not only…
Omnibus Approval Key for Cattle Producers
…the Senate today. Section 179 is permanently extended at $500,000, up from $25,000 previously. Bonus depreciation is set at 50 percent for property acquired during 2015, 2016 and 2017 and…
Vilsack on the COOL Requirements for Beef and Pork
…to reflect the repeal of the beef and pork provisions. In addition, all imported and domestic meat will continue to be subject to rigorous inspections by USDA to ensure food…
Appropriations Bill Falls Short for Farmers While Tax Bill Offers Hope
The National Corn Growers Association today expressed concern over some key provisions left out of the FY 2016 Omnibus Appropriations Bill as posted last night. While the association applauds Congress…
Guinea Pig for Dinner
…on guinea pig as a meal, and where you may purchase the meat: How guinea pig, an Andean delicacy, is making its way onto dinner plates in the US Guinea…
USDA Finalizes Rule to Enhance Consumer Protection
…24 hours a day at AskKaren.gov or via smartphone at m.askkaren.gov. The toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854) is available in English and Spanish and can be reached…
COOL Tariffs Could Begin Next Week
COOL tariffs could begin very soon. The World Trade organization will officially authorize Canada and Mexico to retaliate against the United States County-of-Origin meat labeling later this week. COOL tariffs…
Agri View: World Health Organization Condemning Red Meat?
…flavor or improve preservation. Most processed meats contain pork or beef, but processed meats may also contain other red meats, poultry, offal, or meat by-products such as blood. Examples of…
Agri View: 100 Mile Yard Sale
…assortment of vegetables. Some poultry and even meat products. The entire idea was developed to promote the farmer. The “World’s Longest Yard Sale” is now being promoted for 2016. Interested…