…safety of your cantaloupes as they go from farm to table. You’ll also learn some pro tips on how to tell when a melon is ripe for picking. If you’re…
Panel Warns House Agriculture Committee of ‘Perfect Storm’ for Farm Economy
…prices, rising input costs, tightening credit, and natural disasters as major issues. During the Financial Conditions in Farm Country hearing, witnesses urged policymakers to strengthen the farm safety net with…
AgNet News Hour, Monday, 08-05-24
…wildfire safety considerations for ag employers. Tune in for this and more of the day’s agriculture news. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet…
Federal Food Administration Act Seeks to Reorganize Food Safety Oversight
…would take over food safety responsibilities from the Federal Drug Administration (FDA), which has struggled keeping up with food safety issues in previous years. The lawmakers believe a dedicated agency…
Consequences of No New Farm Bill
…of money being available, and like the safety net programs, their value gets eroded by high inflation. The farm bill is also a chance to increase research funding and enhance…
EPA to Assess Potential Pesticide Exposure Earlier in the Review Process
…drift risks during the initial approval, the EPA seeks to ensure safety measures are in place from the start. EPA notes the changing policy supports environmental justice and aligns with…
USDA Meat Processing Roundtables
…the extra mile to provide the information that the operators of small meat processing plants need to thrive. Administrator of USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service Paul Kiecker explains the…
Funding Opportunities Expanded for Specialty Crop Growers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced additional funding opportunities for specialty crop growers. USDA’s Food Safety Certification for Specialty Crops program is expanding to include medium-sized businesses, in addition…
Safety When Grilling and Smoking on the Fourth of July
…USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA/FSIS) is asking everyone to take the proper precautions during food prep. Thaw the meat or poultry first. Marinate your protein in the refrigerator….
Cookout Food Safety Tips
Some food safety tips for your Independence Day cookout. That’s coming up on this line of Ours. Using a digital thermometer when you barbecue beaf steak, spare ribs, poultry, and…
Water, Rest, and Shade are Key to Heat Illness Prevention Plans
…that tailgate trainings are performed in the mornings prior to the start of the shift, which include briefings on the symptoms of heat illness. AgSafe provides health and safety trainings…
Producers Encouraged to Submit Crop Acreage Reports Before Deadline
…vary by crop and location. Accurate and timely reporting is crucial for accessing benefits like safety nets, disaster assistance, and crop insurance. To file, farmers must provide details about their…
Mexico’s Leadership Change Could Bring Trade Changes
…to have an impact not just with Mexico trade, but possibly all around the world in the continued just knowledge and understanding of the safety that comes with GMO corn.”…
Senate Farm Bill Framework Receiving Industry Support
…and Forestry, unveiled a five-year farm bill proposal on Tuesday. The framework aims to modernize the farm safety net, increase funding for agricultural trade, and invest in rural development. It…