…says the Heritage Foundation hasn’t considered the current farm economy in their report that would leave farmers without a viable safety net. He said the challenges to cotton and dairy…
Heritage Foundation Looking to the 2018 Farm Bill
…most other businesses, however, federal government programs assist agricultural producers in protecting against risk. In analyzing these subsidies,[1] often referred to as the federal “safety net,” key foundational questions had…
R&D Investments for Small Businesses
…research to accelerate the adoption of unmanned aircraft systems for better fire and natural resource management, and improved safety for wildland firefighters and aviators. Foundation Instruments, Inc. in Collierville, Tenn.,…
Increased International Collaboration on Agricultural Science
…outcomes. Some of the research areas of interest for this U.S.-Israel collaborative initiative include food security, water for agriculture, food safety, sustainable bioenergy, and bioproducts. The NIFA-BARD agreement to support…
Smithfield Foods Donations Help Louisiana Flood Victims
…committed to providing good food in a responsible way and maintains robust animal care, community involvement, employee safety, environmental and food safety and quality programs. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com….
More Opposition for Canada, EU Trade Deal
…the trade deals could compromise food safety standards. Political leaders in Austria also object to allowing companies to challenge government policies if a company feels regulations put create a disadvantage….
Agri View: More Ag Technology
…on natural ecosystems Less runoff of chemicals into rivers and groundwater Increased worker safety n addition, robotic technologies enable more reliable monitoring and management of natural resources, such as air…
Essential Meat Thermometer
…a meat and food thermometer could mean a matter of life or death according to USDA Food Safety Expert Marianne Gravely. “it’s the only way to know that your food…
Labor Day Grilling Safety
…safety specialist who can answer their questions. Callers may also listen to more than 50 food safety messages recorded in Spanish, 24 hours a day. The Hotline is open on…
Planning a Safe Picnic
…This Land of Ours. Planning a Safe Picnic If you’re planning a holiday weekend picnic or cookout out at a park or anywhere outside the home, USDA Food Safety Expert…
Wheat Industry Applauds End to Japan’s Wheat Import Suspension
…NAWG express our appreciation to APHIS for its help. To all our customers, we thank them for their response to this situation and their continued confidence in the quality, safety…
Agri View: Drone Rules
…have to know, but, it is the basic requirements to remain legal. It goes without saying that safety is paramount in the operation of drones. It is not a toy….
Agrium in Merger Talks with Potash Corp.
…communities in which it operates through safety, education, environmental improvement and new technologies such as the development of precision agriculture and controlled release nutrient products. Agrium is focused on driving…
Low Wheat Price Support Needed in New Farm Bill
…priorities are listened to as agriculture works toward an effective Farm Bill, which maintains the safety net as well as other vital programs. The National Association of Wheat Growers wants…