The Swine Health Information Center says the first case of African Swine Fever was found in China last Friday. Farm Journal’s Pork Network says the outbreak was located in the…
USDA Invests $345.5 Million in Rural Electric Infrastructure to Improve Service
…This assistance supports infrastructure improvements; business development; housing; community services such as schools, public safety and health care; and high-speed internet access in rural areas. For more information, visit www.rd.usda.gov….
Growing Elderberries, and How to Utilize Them
Cathy Isom has the health benefits of a fairly easy berry to grow and how to utilize them. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Growing Elderberries, and How…
Trump Tweets on SNAP Work Requirements
…House bill. Anti-hunger advocates weren’t happy with Trump’s tweet, saying the new requirements will hurt people in low-wage jobs with unsteady hours, people with health conditions, and children. The Foundation…
NRCS Partners in California Receive $1.3 Million for Conservation Innovations
…are as follows: The Napa County Resource Conservation District (RCD) will promote soil health assessments and field trial monitoring to support soil health management system adoption in California’s North Coast…
USDA Invests in Healthy Food Options for Low-Income Families
…families to choose affordable and healthy food options to feed their families. NIFA has on ongoing commitment to improve the diet and health of all Americans,” Acting NIFA Director Tom…
NACD Sends Letter to Farm Bill Conference Committee
…abundant food and fiber supply in the world. Additionally, farm bill conservation programs support producers’ ability to conserve natural resources and improve soil health and water quality. With continued difficulties…
People are Eating More Chicken
…Americans are expected to eat a record 93 pounds of chicken per person in 2018. However, fewer survey respondents are citing health benefits as the reason they choose chicken over…
PMA Exhibitors Stock Monterey Foodbank Shelves
…healthful foods our residents need most. They can consume balanced diets and maintain health, families are stabilized, seniors maintain independence, and children can learn,” said Melissa Kendrick, the food bank’s…
Fish and Chicken Top Sources of Foodborne Viruses
…outbreaks, overall. The CDC says the report highlights the continued need for food safety improvements targeting worker health and hygiene in food service settings. From the National Association of Farm…
In Argentina, Perdue Welcomes U.S. Pork Back to Market
…and consistent with relevant international animal health standards. As President Trump and President Macri agreed in a Joint Statement in April 2017 in Washington, both countries are committed to further…
Secretary Perdue Statement on EJC Ruling on Genome Editing
…consumers, potential benefits include healthier, higher-quality foods at affordable prices. For farmers, they include improvements in productivity, plant and animal health, and environmental sustainability. “The global regulatory treatment of genome-edited…
USDA Invites Comments on the Implementation of the e-Connectivity Pilot Program
…modern methods to leverage federal funds to increase private investment in broadband services for as many rural American homes, businesses, farms, schools and health care facilities as possible. “I have…
Celebrating National Scotch Day
…While most Scotch is made with barley, water and yeast, other grains can be included, but no fermentation additives, per law. Whiskey also has some health benefits, when consumed in…