The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Animal Health and Food Safety Services issued a disease alert. Virulent Newcastle Disease has been found in a commercial chicken operation in…
Virulent Newcastle Disease in Commercial Poultry in California
…safety, as no human cases of Newcastle disease have ever occurred from eating poultry products. The disease is a significant concern for poultry operations as it is highly contagious and…
USDA Highlights Benefits of Improved Dairy Safety Net Tool
…Agriculture (USDA) program was significantly updated in February by the Bipartisan Act of 2018, and Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said those changes attracted more producers to enroll in the safety…
USDA Launches New Program to Create High-Speed Internet e-Connectivity in Rural America
…supports infrastructure improvements; business development; housing; community facilities such as schools, public safety and health care; and high-speed internet access in rural areas. For more information, visit www.rd.usda.gov. Source: USDA/Rural…
World Ag Expo Gearing Up with Top Product Winners
…on CNH Tractors and designed to endure the toughest Walnut, Almond and other trees. With driver comfort and safety in mind, we designed a Low Profile Cab that keeps the…
Groups Respond to House Passage of Farm Bill
…afternoon, following the Senate’s passage. Perdue issued the following statement: “The passage of the 2019 Farm Bill is good news because it provides a strong safety net for farmers and…
Secretary Perdue Statement on Release of Farm Bill Conference Report
…report, and hope the Congress can approve this legislation expeditiously. This legislation maintains a strong safety net for the farm economy, invests in critical agricultural research, and will promote agriculture…
House and Senate Ag Committee Leaders Release Farm Bill Conference Report
…2018 Farm Bill conference report. “America’s farmers and ranchers are weathering the fifth year of severe recession, so passing a farm bill this week that strengthens the farm safety net…
U.S. Beef Gains New Market Access in Morocco
…SPS subcommittees under the FTA. More details on requirements for exporting to Morocco will be available from the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service Export Library at: https://www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/international-affairs/exporting-products/export-library-requirements-by-country/Morocco. Source: USDA…
USDA Adds 5.1 Mil Pounds of Beef to Previous Recall
…Food Safety and Inspection Service noted people should check their freezer, toss or return any frozen products posted between that date. Consumers with food safety questions can “Ask Karen,” the…
Almond Board Invests $6.8 Million in Research
…improve our understanding of almonds’ impact on human health, ensure food quality and safety, and improve farming practices while minimizing environmental impacts.” Finding New Uses for Almond Coproducts Almonds grow…
Public Safety vs. Producer Income in Recent E. coli Outbreak
…future, but also understands the public safety standpoint of FDA’s announcement days before a major holiday based around food. “According to the CDC, this strain of E. coli is a…
USDA Announces Funding for CA Water Infrastructure
…jobs in rural areas. This assistance supports infrastructure improvements; business development; housing; community facilities such as schools, public safety and health care; and high-speed internet access in rural areas. For…
E. coli Investigation and Warning Fallout Continues
…October and major growers like Taylor Farms had social media campaigns saying this was a voluntary recall and they stand by their product and it’s safety. Federal Drug Administration (FDA)…