…Joint Industry Safety and Health Council. The companies were honored in recognition of their outstanding performance through the implementation of innovative and effective employee safety and health programs. “Our industry…
APHIS Finalizes Conditions for Paying Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Indemnity
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is issuing a final rule outlining the conditions under which USDA will pay indemnity to farms affected…
USDA Adds New Tools, Resources to Farmers.gov to Aid Producers
…into how other producers address challenges in running successful agricultural operations, A soil health webpage, where producers can read about the soil health management practices offered by USDA, and An…
Beets – Nutritious, Delicious, and Healthy for You
Cathy Isom helps maintain your diet telling you about a delicious and nutritious red, vibrant vegetable, and its amazing health benefits. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Beets-Nutritious,…
Bayer Takes Market Hit from Glyphosate Ruling
…and in a statement, noted that more than 800 scientific studies, along with health and regulatory authorities around the world “support the fact that glyphosate does not cause cancer.” Source:…
Brazilian Judge Suspends Glyphosate Use
…reevaluates the toxicity of glyphosate products, according to Reuters. The decision, however, could face several appeals. Brazil’s public health agency, as well as the Agriculture Ministry, have announced plans to…
Court Tells EPA to Ban Chlorpyrifos
…pesticide can harm the brain and nervous system. The Environmental Working Group calls the decision a “huge victory for public health. Meanwhile, CropLife America expressed disappointment with the decision, and…
Agri View: Honey Bee Losses Continue to Rise
…Trying to improve the health of the honey bee. So, you can see. The fight goes on to save the honey bee. It will not stop. That’s Agri View for…
African Swine Fever Found in China
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…























