…Ambassador Froman’s appraisal that progress toward freer trade and a level playing field for American farmers and ranchers must be pursued in contexts outside of the ‘failed construct’ of the…
Omnibus Approval Key for Cattle Producers
…for farmers and ranchers like myself to plan for the future,” said Ellis, a Wyoming rancher. “We have had to rely heavily on last-minute tax extender legislation over the past…
NFU Praises Omnibus Parts, Concerned About Others
…both chambers of Congress, offering tepid approval of Congress’ work to fund the government and extend important tax credits for the benefit of farmers, ranchers and rural communities. “The passage…
Omnibus a Win for Ag, But No Fix for WOTUS or GMOs
…and ranchers, but is disappointed that Congress failed to stop the Waters of the U.S. rule. “This tax extender package gives farmers and ranchers critical tools to help them reinvest…
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on Finalization of COP 21 Deal
…action and results. The benchmarks outlined in the deal build on the ambitious climate smart strategy being implemented by U.S. farmers, ranchers and foresters in partnership with USDA and the…
New Software Measures Agriculture’s Carbon Footprint
…allow farmers and ranchers to quantify their atmospheric outputs (emissions) and carbon benefits (sequestration) based on site-specific soils, crops, and management practices. Farms have frequently been seen as sources of…
NFU Frustrated by Dow/DuPont Merger
…and mergers that harm competition and the result has been a year of mergers resulting in fewer and fewer choices for family farmers and ranchers,” said Johnson. “The standard against…
Farm Bureau Re-Elects President, Elects New Vice President
…and Blake Alexandre of Crescent City will represent Del Norte and Humboldt counties. Tyler Blagg of Lodi was elected to chair the statewide Young Farmers and Ranchers Committee and will…
2015 California Leopold Conservation Award Winner Recognized
…Shasta crayfish. The Leopold Conservation Award program inspires other landowners through these examples and provides a visible forum where farmers, ranchers and other private landowners are recognized as conservation leaders….
Cooperation Among Farmers Will Be Essential for Future, Farm Leader Says
Wenger In responding to water shortages, forming new groundwater management agencies, and engaging in political advocacy, California farmers and ranchers must unite and cooperate as never before, according to California…
Sonoma County Woman Wins Farm Bureau Discussion Meet
By discussing ways to balance agricultural water needs with maintaining vibrant communities, a Sonoma County woman earned top honors in the annual Young Farmers and Ranchers Discussion Meet at the…
CFBF Annual Meeting Underway
…resource issues, and our joint meeting provides a great opportunity to get to know our fellow farmers and ranchers on the other side of the Sierra a little bit better….
Agri View: Cattle Rustling
Cattle rustling. You may have thought it vanished with John Wayne or Roy Rogers. It hasn’t. It is still happening today. Ranchers are having problems with rustlers stealing their calves….
USDA Announces 2016 Agricultural Outlook Forum
…session on opportunities in agriculture for new and beginning farmers ranchers, and she will and host a Women’s Agriculture Networking event. USDA has hosted the Agricultural Outlook Forum since 1923….