…landscape in China. And, they are terrible not only for animals and the environment but also for public health and safety as well. So, we don’t want to see those…
Jim Jones to Lead FDA’s New Human Foods Program
…HFP include food safety, chemical safety, along with food products derived from new agricultural innovations. Jones will work closely with the Office of Regulatory Affairs along with the Center for…
Land-Grant Universities to Receive More Than $33 Million
…in soybeans, and minimizing food safety risks associated with manure applications. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn Facebook Sponsored Content Fungicide Resistance Management Minute April 3,…
CDFA Seeks Comments on Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Priorities
…strive to achieve various objectives, such as expanding processing and distribution capacity to improve markets for producers, modernizing manufacturing and technology systems, and enhancing worker safety through new technologies and…
FAA Rule Change for Farm Drones
…difficult process.” However, Erickson points out that there is a public safety aspect to the regulations. The FAA says 14 CFR Part 137 governs the use of aircraft, including drones,…
USDA Reminds Producers to File Crop Acreage Reports by July 17
…acreage report is an important step in receiving USDA program benefits, including safety net, conservation, and disaster assistance support.” July 17 is a major deadline for most crops, but acreage…
Animal Welfare Claims on Meat Packaging to Receive Further Scrutiny
…the label claims they see on products bearing the USDA mark of inspection are truthful and accurate,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a press release. USDA’s Food Safety and…
Rural Social Connections Draw Healthcare Professionals
…decision to stay. Responses to open-ended questions suggest that being a good place to raise a family was associated with social opportunities and relationships, safety, the quality of local schools…
Environmental Groups Sue EPA Over Treated Seed Regulations
Two environmental groups have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in regard to treated seed regulations. The lawsuit was filed by the Center for Food Safety…
Growing Matters: BeSure! Campaign Stresses Importance of Pesticide Labels
…coalition of agricultural companies, BeSure! is supported by the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) and National Pesticide Safety Education Center (NPSEC). Listen to Chris Williamson with PBI Gordon, discuss more about the program….
More Elected Officials Concerned About Lack of AM Radio in New Cars
…in the letter. “Given the growth in electric vehicle sales, it’s vital that FEMA makes clear the impact that no AM radios will have on public safety.” From the National…
Growing Matters: BeSure! Campaign Helps Protect Pollinators This Spring
…Matters coalition of agricultural companies, BeSure! is supported by the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) and National Pesticide Safety Education Center (NPSEC). Listen to Eric Ott, Field Development Specialist with Valent, discuss more…
USDA to Establish New Regional Food Business Centers
…and farm businesses. Additionally, the Centers will provide subawards of up to $100,000 to support regional projects. Awards will be applied to projects supporting activities including food safety, value chain…
Growing Matters: BeSure! Campaign Offers Tips for Stewardship
…of agricultural companies, BeSure! is supported by the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) and National Pesticide Safety Education Center (NPSEC). Listen to Garrett Gilcrease, Agronomy Service Representative at Syngenta, discuss more about the…