…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…
USDA Preparing Alternative to WHO Antibiotic Guidelines
USDA officials are reportedly developing an alternative set of guidelines on antibiotic use in animal agriculture, rather than abide by those developed at the World Health Organization. The WHO recommendations…
USDA Invests in Projects to Spur Innovation in Grazing Lands, Organic Systems and Soil Health
…grazing lands, organic agriculture systems and soil health. Since 2004, USDA has invested more than $297 million for 732 projects. This year’s projects include plans to develop a system that…
Agri View: Women Cattle Ranchers
…must know about cows. It goes well beyond when and what to feed. She must know about health conditions. It helps to know about cattle genetics, and pedigree. I will…
Foods Rich in Magnesium Important to Your Health
Avocado and Spinach Smoothie Cathy Isom has a list of foods we all should be eating. They contain an important nutrient for our health. She tells us the importance of…
Keeping Honeybees Healthy with Technology
Ellie Symes went from college student at Indiana University to the CEO of a business all in the name of healthy honeybees. Symes had a passion for bees and wanted…
Celebrating National Tequila Day
Today, Cathy Isom looks to the spirits. She is celebrating a famous Mexican spirit that actually has some health benefits for us. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours….