…human health threat. Although it was last detected in the United States in 1929, the disease is endemic in many parts of the world. “Pork producers are pleased that the…
Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance Announces Farm Bill Priorities
…crop organizations, has announced its 2018 farm bill priorities focusing on programs for a healthier America heading into Wednesday’s U.S. House Agriculture Committee meeting on the Farm Bill. The SCFBA…
Perdue Applauds President Trump’s Selection for USDA’s Under Secretary for Natural Resources and Environment
…our forests to health, and get them back to work for the taxpayers. Jim’s service with the Forest Service and the Department of Interior makes him exceptionally qualified for this…
Yellow Fruits and Veggies Great for Your Garden
…vitamins, such as Vitamin C. You can improve your skin, diminish wrinkles, and help your overall health by including these yellow fruits and vegetables into your diet. Don’t forget,when you’re…
Farm bill discussions will affect all Californians
…have helped farmers, ranchers and foresters promote air, water and soil health, and those programs should remain a priority,” he said. “The new farm bill should also enhance programs to…
Groups React to Farm Bill Proposal
…cattle, pigs and sheep; it is not a food safety or human health threat. Although the disease was last detected in the United States in 1929, it is endemic in…
USDA Proposes to Update Branding Requirements for Cattle from Mexico
The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is proposing to update its branding requirements for cattle entering the United States from Mexico. The…
It Only Takes One Person to Spread Invasive Pests
…That’s why USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has designated April as Invasive Plant Pest and Disease Awareness Month. Spring is the perfect time to remind everyone of…
Foods to Help the Body Adapt to Stress
If you are looking into natural health, Cathy Isom tells you about some plant-based foods known to help the body adapt to stress. That’s coming up on This Land of…
Farm Groups Want Farm Bill to Address Farmer Suicides
…are asking lawmakers to make mental health treatment more accessible to farmers through the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network. NFU points out that farmers and ranchers commit suicide at…
Federal Bill Aims to Prevent Local Regulation of Agriculture
…overlook measures aimed at protecting family farmers, consumers, and the environment. The groups have stated that the issue is about public health and not about interstate commerce. The coalition opposing…
National Groups Respond to Proposed Chinese Tariffs
…higher proposed tariffs on U.S. raw cotton shipped to that country would significantly harm the economic health of the U.S. cotton industry. For the current 2017 crop year, China stands…
New Trap Better at Snaring Stable Flies
…through wet grass or wade through water. Traps can augment or replace insecticides, surveying and helping reduce stable fly populations, which benefit animal health and welfare. In the study, published…
Loss Of Foreign Workers Would Hurt Agriculture
…of Labor. “If we don’t address the current labor shortage or it gets exacerbated, we could see animal health and well-being suffer and agricultural facilities shutting down, causing severe financial…