…next generation of Native American environmental professionals entering the FANH sciences workforce. NIFA invests in and advances agricultural research, education, and extension and promotes transformative discoveries that solve societal challenges….
Ag Committee Features University Leaders in Agricultural Research
…Michael Conaway (TX-11) and members of the committee heard from various university representatives on the opportunities and challenges institutions face in ensuring the U.S. remains a world leader in agricultural…
Organic Trade Association Applauds USDA for Revoking Organic License
…for a Turkish firm for shipping nonorganic ingredients to the United States labeled as organic, according to the Hagstrom Report. The Organic Trade Association said “fraud cannot be tolerated in…
Almond Board: Cover Crop Workshop
…challenges. We are a non-profit 501 (c) (5) organization governed by a nine-member board. Our board members are beekeepers representing the major national and state beekeeping organizations. Four scientific advisors…
Critical Agricultural Water Resources Issues Funded
…that would help farmers anywhere in the United States. NIFA invests in and advances agricultural research, education, and extension and promotes transformative discoveries that solve societal challenges. NIFA support for…
Food Safety Practices and Costs Under the California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement
…firms were doing certain activities and some of the challenges of measuring food safety costs. Read the entire Food Safety Practices and Costs Under the California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement…
California Leopold Conservation Award® Still Accepting Nominations
…SUSTAINABLE CONSERVATION Sustainable Conservation helps California thrive by uniting people to solve the toughest challenges facing our land, air and water. Since 1993, it has brought together business, landowners and…
Nutrition Subcommittee Evaluates Technology and Modernization of SNAP
…a continuation of the committee’s hearing series leading up to the next farm bill. “It’s critical we evaluate the opportunities and challenges of effectively managing SNAP in an evolving, 21st-century…
Former Ag Secretary Working on Milk Export Program with China
…matter of weeks away and will give immediate clearance for 80 U.S. processors to begin shipping milk to China. In 2014, China created new food safety regulations that required all…
Critical Agricultural Research and Extension Projects Gains Support
…The AFRI program area Critical Agricultural Research and Extension (CARE) addresses critical challenges and opportunities to improve the nation’s agricultural and food systems. Projects offer solutions to address local, regional,…
New Broccoli and Lettuce Cost Studies Released
…Salinas, California, USA: Agricultural farm workers harvest fresh broccoli. They cut and box the crop and load flatbed trucks, directly in the fields, ready for worldwide shipping. (Editorial Credit: David…
Second Lady Karen Pence, Secretary Perdue Unveil Beehive at Vice President’s Residence
…insect pollination,” Perdue said. “But our honeybee population has been losing ground at an alarming rate. The problem represents a diverse mix of challenges requiring a wide range of solutions….
USDA Announces $6 Million for Sustainable Energy Research
…solve societal challenges. NIFA support for the best and brightest scientists and extension personnel has resulted in user-inspired, groundbreaking discoveries that combat childhood obesity, improve and sustain rural economic growth,…
Legislation Would End Cuba Trade Embargo
…would lift requirements to enforce the embargo and the limits currently in place on direct shipping between U.S. and Cuban ports. The Trump administration is expected to announce its policy…






















