…speed and excellence in getting relief payments to producers, adding, “We work 24 hours a day, seven days a week for our constituents, which is American agriculture.” Animal disease is…
USDA Accepts EQIP Applications on a Continuous Basis
…for producers to use 170-plus conservation practices to address a wide variety of resource concerns. Within EQIP, Conservation Incentive Contracts allow producers to further target priority resource concerns. EQIP applications…
USDA-ELAP Now Includes Dairy Producers
Shutterstock image The USDA Emergency Livestock, Honey Bees and Farm-Raised Program (USDA/ELAP), which now includes dairy producers due to issues with H5 and E. coli (E. coli 01). The program,…
Voices of the Valley: Connecting Community to Farms and Fields
…fresh produce that nourishes us. This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best…
Interim Rule on Technical Guidelines for Climate-Smart Agriculture Crops Used as Biofuel Feedstocks Announced
…Agriculture Crops Used as Biofuel Feedstocks. The rule and a new feedstock carbon intensity calculator are designed to help agricultural producers calculate the environmental impact of their practices and contribute…
USDA Reminds Producers to Apply for Assistance to Cover Food Safety Certification Expenses
DepositPhotos image The USDA reminds specialty crop producers to apply for assistance to cover food safety certification expenses by January 31, 2024. The program aids in costs related to developing,…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 01-20-25
…on the rule and the newly introduced USDA calculator for feedstock producers are also featured. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc….
Enrollment Opened for 2025 Farm and Dairy Safety-Net Programs
DepositPhotos image The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the enrollment periods for its 2025 safety-net programs aimed at supporting American farmers and dairy producers. These programs, including the…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 01-15-25
…United Stock Growers of America, discussed the USDA’s pending rule to protect producers from anti-competitive practices without requiring harm to the entire industry. He emphasized the need for the new…
USDA Confirms Poultry Rule Will Not Be Finalized
…long-standing concerns about unfair practices in the poultry industry. It aimed to provide stronger protections for producers, particularly those participating in the controversial poultry tournament system. The system, which determines…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 01-14-25
…the USDA under President Biden’s directive. The USDA has reinforced the Packers and Stockyards Act to ensure a competitive market for farmers, ranchers, and producers. Efforts include increased enforcement, collaboration…
Livestock Producer Evaluates Trump Pick for Ag Secretary
…a direct course and back it up with science and numbers and facts so that she can make good decisions.” Eisele added that cattle producers anticipate improved communication and accessibility…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 01-13-25
…National Pork Producers Council, who discussed the challenges and successes in managing antibiotic use in swine. She highlighted the UN General Assembly’s proposed 30% reduction in antimicrobial use, which was…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 01-10-25
…including the use of livestock for grazing to reduce wildfire fuel. Lorrie talks with Chris Galen, Senior Vice President of Membership Services and Governance at the National Milk Producers Federation,…