…levels of cross-border investment in the agriculture and food sectors….[W]e look forward to working with your Administration on reducing the non-tariff trade barriers that continue to inhibit our exports to…
Merger Cases Go Before the EU
…their planned $60 billion merger. European Union regulators have concerns about what the merger will mean in terms of reducing research and development spending on agrochemicals. If that concern is…
$2.9 Million Available for Biorefinery Research
…integrated biorefineries reduce costs and improve performance to enhance U.S. energy security by reducing dependence on foreign oil and fostering economic growth through the latest advances in biotechnology. Eligible applicants…
Concern Over Proposed Changes in WIC Feeding Program
…many WIC participants are not getting enough milk, yet at the same time suggest further reducing the milk served through the program. “Milk, cheese and yogurt are the No. 1…
GIPSA Reduces Fees for Weighing and Inspection Services
The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration is reducing inspection and weighing service fees by five percent beginning January 1, 2017. The reduction will remain in…
Conservation Districts to Lead Record 25 RCPP Projects in 2017
…working with landowners to put conservation on the ground since the days of the Dust Bowl.” One of the 2017 RCPP projects led by a district or state association of…
CDFA / USDA to Host Joint Summit on Healthy Soils
…climate smart agriculture. The meeting provides an opportunity to explore roles and collaborative opportunities for managing California soils for health and natural fertility while reducing greenhouse gases. The meeting will…
Almond Matters: Control Winter Weeds
…upcoming season, especially in young orchards. “The number-one goal there will be reducing competition for those new trees. The weeds are going to compete with the trees for water, nutrients…
Protecting Natural Resources Through Joint Chiefs’ Partnership
…benefits on public, private and Tribal lands. The nearly $4.4 million project improved and restored critical spawning habitat for brook trout by reducing sedimentation and removing in-stream barriers on 48…
Survey Shows Potential Cost of Ag Labor Pay Laws
…to counter costs. These include reducing California production, shifting to less labor-intensive crops and mechanization. Each of these options either reduces farmworker hours and wages or eliminates jobs entirely. Of…
Christmas Tree Farms Face Balancing Act
…cycle the Christmas-tree business goes through: Farmers plant in response to an earlier shortage, oversupplying the market and reducing prices. But he said this time, it doesn’t appear too many…
USDA Revises Guidance on Date Labeling
…including new guidance aimed at reducing food waste through encouraging food manufacturers and retailers that apply product dating to use a “Best if Used By” date label. “In an effort…
EPA to Reduce Diesel Emission
…West Coast Collaborative are leading the way on reducing harmful diesel emissions and advancing domestic economic development.” The 2016 grants will fund the following projects: California Air Resources Board (CARB):…
USDA Boosts Healthy Food Access
…with earnings. SNAP plays an important role in reducing both poverty and food insecurity in the United States—especially among children. SNAP is an effective and efficient health intervention for low-income…