…by opioid abuse, 74 percent of farmers and farmworkers say they have. The survey also indicated that a strong majority of respondents believe increasing public education surrounding resources and reducing…
USDA Proposes to Update Branding Requirements for Cattle from Mexico
…changes would simplify the branding requirements, making the brands easier to apply and read, reducing errors. They would ensure Mexican cattle are easily identifiable and traceable for the remainder of…
Trump’s EO on Reducing Poverty Promotes Economic Independence
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue applauded President Donald J. Trump’s Executive Order (EO), titled “Reducing Poverty in America by Promoting Opportunity and Economic Mobility,” which calls for lifting American…
New Trap Better at Snaring Stable Flies
…producers, these attacks can be costly. A 2012 ARS economic impact assessment found that stable flies cost the U.S. cattle industry more than $2.4 billion each year-reducing milk production in…
Grant Funding Available for the 2018 Alternative Manure Management Program
…The Alternative Manure Management Program is part of California Climate Investments, a statewide program that puts billions of Cap and Trade dollars to work reducing GHG emissions, strengthening the economy,…
Trade Issues Pose Farm Bill Challenges
…to add payments for farmers to reduce the impact of any trade retaliation, he says that would be another “dust-up” as lawmakers try to write a farm bill in the…
Almond Matters: California Ag Day Highlights Sustainability
…industry while reducing the environmental impact. “Agriculture has to just keep getting smarter and smarter with our efficiencies as we continue to produce more food and fiber, on often less…
UCR Researchers Receive Grant to Improve Pollinator Health
…grant will support a study measuring the effectiveness of recommended almond orchard management practices in reducing the negative impacts of pesticides, parasites, and inadequate nutrition on bees. With matching funds…
Farm Bureau Praises Withdrawal of Organic Livestock and Poultry Practices Rule
…out of the organic sector or out of business entirely, reducing the supply of organic food choices for America’s consumers. “Farm Bureau thanks Secretary Sonny Perdue for his leadership in…
Cap on Conventional Ethanol RINs Will Reduce Biodiesel Market
…of conventional ethanol RINs would devastate the biodiesel industry—swiftly and significantly—reducing the amount of volumes produced and people employed. Satisfying the whims of fewer than five refiners isn’t worth the…
Food Waste Prevention Week Aims to Raise Awareness About Unused Food
…soon due to unfamiliarity with confusing expiration date labels. According to ReFED, a nonprofit specializing in reducing food waste in the United States, 52 million tons of food is sent…
USDA Announces More Local Control for School Meal Operations
…reducing common mistakes families make when applying for free or reduced-price school meals. “These tools are the benchmark for future innovation and give schools 21st century resources and strategies to…
Celebrating National Nutrition Month
…a positive impact, as well. As nutrition experts, Academy members can help people adopt healthier eating styles, while reducing food loss and waste. So make March your month to be…
U.S. Ag Pays the Price for Trade Disputes
…on to make ends meet. At a time when farm incomes have decreased, while global supply is increasing, it’s important to not take any actions that would result in reducing…