…funding of research and extension is critical to addressing organic rice production issues and providing practical solutions that will increase profitability, economic returns and the overall well-being of rural communities.”…
Ag Lender Survey: Farm Profitability Down, Commodity Prices Top Concern
ABA and Farmer Mac release first biannual survey of agricultural lenders Nearly 90 percent of agricultural lenders have seen an overall decline in farm profitability in the last 12 months,…
California Leopold Conservation Award® Seeks Nominees
…own and manage, which he called “an evolutionary possibility and an ecological necessity.” “Good intentions and luck take no farmer down the road to profitability and improved land health,” said…
National Dairy FARM Program Releases Environmental Stewardship Reference Manual to Celebrate Earth Day
…guide provides a comprehensive suite of on-farm management practices to reduce a farm’s environmental footprint and improve its profitability. Specifically, the manual features a detailed explanation of the FARM Environmental…
USDA Announces $1.2 Million to Support Aquaculture Research Projects
…industry constraints. Results of projects supported by this program are intended to help improve the profitability of the U.S. aquaculture industry, reduce the U.S. trade deficit, increase domestic food security,…
Funding to Relieve Veterinary Shortages
…health, and producer profitability, especially in rural areas of the country where most livestock production occurs,” said NIFA Director Sonny Ramaswamy. “VSGP supports education and extension activities that will help…
$1.9 Million for Alfalfa and Forage Research
…profitability, and conservation of the U.S. alfalfa forage industry. Funding is made through NIFA’s Alfalfa and Forage Research Program (AFRP). “Alfalfa and other forage crops have great potential as high-value,…
Spinach Growers See Increased Demand
…of mildew problems, Johnson said, but the fact there is still plenty of product on the market indicates “there’s some profitability left in it for some growers.” “I think there’s…
Meat Groups Want Disease Protection in Farm Bill
…outside U.S. borders. We recognize that the growth and profitability of the U.S. cattle and beef industry is closely tied to our ability to market our products to those consumers.”…
Net Farm Income Expected to Dip further in 2017
Highlights From the February 2017 Farm Income Forecast Farm sector profitability measures are mixed for 2017. A narrow cash-based measure, net cash farm income, is forecast to rise by $1.6…
NCBA Cattle Industry Convention Underway
…on profitability, productivity and sustainability. Speaking to attendees Wednesday, Cameron Bruett (brew-it) of JBS USA, emphasized the significant challenges posed by competing proteins, an uncertain political environment and its impact…
Funding for Potato Breeding Research
…varieties developed with resistance to established and emerging pests that limit sustained production, profitability and market competitiveness; Improved water and nutrient use efficiency traits for varieties that result in decreased…
Applicants for Annual Scholarship Program Sought
…provide the industry’s standards for profitability, performance and leadership, serving as a catalyst to help members improve the vitality and viability of their individual efforts and that of their business….
Bayer Honors Robert Hutmacher as 2017 Cotton Specialist of the Year
…to navigate the ups and downs of the cotton industry in their state,” Morgan says. “He has helped growers find the path to profitability. That kind of leadership is essential…