…for producers and achieve greenhouse gas reductions from the agriculture and forest sectors,” Vilsack said in a press release. “However, a variety of barriers have hindered agriculture’s participation in voluntary…
Senate Farm Bill Framework Receiving Industry Support
…cooperation to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crop growers. Gregg Doud, President of the National Milk Producers Federation, highlighted the proposal’s support for dairy farmers, including updates to the Dairy…
Tribal Ag Trade Mission a First
…for tribal farm and food producers later this month. Rod Bain has more. Listen to Rod Bain’s This Land Of Ours program here. USDA Embarks on First-ever Trade Mission Focused…
ASCE Program Accepting Applications
…specialty crop producers we have at USDA. We also launched last fall the Specialty Crop Competitiveness Initiative, which is focused on supporting and targeting our programs and resources at USDA…
USDA Program for Dairy Producers Amid H5N1
USDA announces a program to help dairy producers during the outbreak of the H5N1 virus. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Woman shopping milk in grocery store By…
‘Slow and Steady Price Increases’ in Global Dairy Report
…of biggest concern for consumers is the skyrocketing prices of butter; and for producers, changes in demand from previously large importers of dairy products are also notable. On a global…
Funding for Projects Under New Assisting Specialty Crop Exports Initiative
…trade barriers hindering U.S. exports of specialty crops. Part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to expanding markets for U.S. producers, the initiative will support projects focused on overcoming trade obstacles…
Upcoming Application Deadline for Vietnam Trade Mission
…are increasingly some exciting opportunities as we also work on the market access side of the equation for our specialty crop producers. We’re also working on a priority of opening…
North American Organizations Call for More Opportunities for Beef Producers
…American cattle producers at a competitive disadvantage to other beef producers, including South America. In the letter, the three industry groups also call attention to the need to hold South…
Farm Bill Advances After House Ag Approval
…House Farm Bill The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) supports the House Farm Bill, which includes a federal fix to California’s Prop. 12 issues that affect pork producers. “The 2024…
Grant Project to Increase Organic Consumption Through Education and Promotion
…industry, creating a lasting impact on organic market growth. This initiative is part of the USDA Organic Transition Initiative launched in 2022 to support organic farmers and transitioning producers. Listen…
Concerns for Another Proposed Mill Tax Increase
The Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) is looking to raise the mill tax once again, raising concerns for farmers. California Farm Bureau’s FarmTeam is encouraging producers to reach out to…
Organic Needs Assessment Highlights Need for Additional Research
…one of the biggest concerns producers are experiencing. There is apprehension surrounding organic integrity and customer satisfaction, which requires certification reporting at every level of the supply chain to ensure…
Industry Reactions to the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2024
…more people amid global famine. Peter Laudeman from U.S. Wheat Associates highlighted the commitment of American farmers to this mission. Craig Meeker of the National Sorghum Producers underscored the moral…