…relations with Brazil and the genetically modified rule change proposal. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Danielle Leal Multi-Media Journalist & AgNet News Hour…
China Suspends Purchases of American Agricultural Products
…weather and tariffs higher than we have seen in decades.” Figures from AFBF show that between 2017 and 2018 American agricultural exports to China decreased by more than half, down…
Successful 2019 Cattle Industry Summer Business Meeting Wraps Up in Colorado
…marketing of fake meat. Producers also received updates on how their checkoff dollars are being invested to fund vital research and marketing efforts. Attendees also heard from Randy Blach of…
Trade, Consumer Demand, Impending Corn Crop Among Critical Issues for U.S. Cattle Industry
…been expected, he said. Record beef, pork and poultry supplies are having an impact on the market. For that reason and with record meat consumption expected next year, it’s critical…
Study Shows Premium in Cattle from BQA Certified Producers
…steer calves or weaned steers) and heifers (heifers, heifer calves or weaned heifers) sold in nine western states from 2010 – 2017. The result was a premium of $16.80/head for…
NCBA Takes the Fight to Fake Meat at Summer Business Meeting
Fake Meat Courtesy NCBA DENVER (NCBA) — National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) leaders redoubled their efforts to push back against deceptive and erroneous marketing and nutritional claims by plant-based and…
Legislation Calls for More Ag Inspectors to Bolster Food Safety
…additional inspectors to help ensure the safe and secure trade of agricultural goods. “Every day, millions of pounds of produce, meat and other agricultural goods enter the United States through…
Multiple Funding Sources Focused on Addressing Nutria Population
…invasive species since it was discovered back in 2017 after initially having been eradicated 40 years ago. CDFW has indicated that the nutria program has confirmed over 600 rodents have…
Farm Bureau Urges New Chapter in China Trade
…a level playing field. I hope this week’s talks create that opportunity.” Background facts: From 2017 to 2018, U.S. agricultural exports to China fell more than 50 percent, dropping to…
The California Kitchen: Summer Blue Crab Salad
…Meat 1 C Mayonnaise 1/4 C Dry Chives 2 T Cajun Spice 1/2 Fresh Squeezed Lemon TT S+P Summer Blue Crab Salad For this and many more of these recipes…
Showier Turkey Variety Perfect for the Homestead
…beautiful meat producer that would make a good pick for a sustainable homesteader. Such a lovely and well-rounded variety has significant potential but got pushed aside by commercialized meat production…
USDA Announces Details of Support Package for Farmers
…including trucking, inspection and audit requirements, and agency staffing. Details of USDA’s Agricultural Trade Promotion Program (ATP) USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) will administer the ATP under authorities of the…
Slowly Disappearing Unique Turkey Variety
…is a large turkey, good for meat production and also a breeding project bird. Many people raise the White Holland as an alternative to the more commercial and mainstream Broad…
California Groups Receive Nearly One-Third of Latest ATP Payments
…Statistical Overview 2017-2018. Several other major California crops will be receiving assistance through the latest round of funding, including grapes, strawberries, and cherries. The California Prune Board, the California Table…