…to harvest everything they grow. This order will not change that. “Farmers and ranchers need a new, flexible visa program that ensures long-term access to an expanding workforce by allowing…
CFBF: President’s Immigration Action Complicates Reform Effort
…said. “Farmers, ranchers and their employees need a permanent solution,” Wenger said. “We understand the president’s frustration with the lack of action. We’re frustrated, too. But we’re equally frustrated by…
USDA and Partners Complete First-of-Its-Kind Sale of Carbon Credits from Working Ranch Grasslands
…carbon credits are made available to entities interested in purchasing carbon offsets. The landowners receive compensation for the carbon credits generated on their lands. “Ranchers benefit from new revenue streams,…
Women in Ag Survey: Gauging the Aspirations and Needs of Women in Agriculture
…in a number of different areas. All women who are farmers, ranchers, farm/ranch employees, employed in agricultural businesses, pursuing ag-related higher education or supportive of agriculture in other ways are…
Looking ahead – December is Farm to Food Bank Month
…to not only recognize the great work that is occurring on an ongoing basis – Ag Against Hunger, Hidden Harvest, Young Farmers and Ranchers, and Farm to Family – but…
Ranching and California’s Drought Workshop and Webcast
…California and speakers from the National Drought Mitigation Center, National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration and United States Department of Agriculture will discuss what the National Drought Monitor means for ranchers, how…
Bats Work the Night Shift in Pollination
…NRCS works with farmers, ranchers and forest landowners to implement conservation practices on the ground that have numerous environmental benefits, including ones that provide habitat and food for pollinators. For…
Farmers and Ranchers Encouraged to Make Their Voices Heard
USDA Farm Service Agency County Committee Elections to Begin Monday, Nov. 3 Dolcini The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is encouraging farmers and ranchers to make their voices heard by…
USDA to Provide $4 Million for Honey Bee Habitat
…ranchers in the Midwest improve the health of honey bees, which play an important role in crop production. “The future of America’s food supply depends on honey bees, and this…
USDA Extends Dairy Margin Protection Program Deadlines
…Margin Protection Program and the Dairy Product Donation Program until Dec. 15, 2014. “USDA is committed to creating strong opportunities for the next generation of farmers and ranchers. When dairy…
State and Federal Officials to Discuss Drought and Groundwater Management for 2015
…communities,” said Craig McNamara, president of the California State Board of Food and Agriculture. “As groundwater management moves forward at the local level, farmers and ranchers need to be at…
USDA Launches Site to Provide Climate Information to Farmers and Ranchers
The USDA has launched a Climate Hubs web site. The new site provides a portal for farmers, ranchers, forest landowners, and others to find useful, practical information to help cope…
USDA to Launch New Farm Bill Program to Help Provide Relief to Farmers Affected by Severe Weather
…to USDA’s commitment to help rural communities grow. These efforts give farmers, ranchers and their families better security as they work to ensure Americans have safe and affordable food,” said…
World Food Day a Reminder of Everyday Challenges With Food Access
…and ranchers to make a donation or a pledge. Last year, they donated more than 127 million pounds of food. That’s great, and much appreciated! However, we still have some…