…from the National Institute for Animal Agriculture and Merck Animal Health, longtime beef veterinarian and professor Dr. Bob Smith explains that overcoming bacterial resistance is no easy task, for animals…
Women Are Out-Earning Men in the Business of Farming
…four percent during the same period. Author of Soil Sisters, a Toolkit for Women Farmers, Lisa Kivirist, spoke at the National Farmers Union’s 2018 Women’s Conference on the creation of…
Important Industry Insight Offered at Latino Farmer Conference
…of crops or livestock.” The Latino Farmer Conference featured breakout sessions which included information on soil management, irrigation efficiency, new technologies, as well as the business side of the industry in…
Input Sought for Voluntary Organic Checkoff Program
…will include further research into soil health and climate change and funding more organic extension agents. OTA will also be joining the “It’s Not Complicated” campaign from Organic Voices to…
Tackle Those Garden Pests Now
…you have livestock, such as chickens. They will eat all those bug larvae, bug eggs, and bugs that are hiding. Healthy soil means healthier plants, and healthy plants are less…
Winterize Your Garden for a Better Spring Crop
…and also plants that seem diseased and infested. Annual vegetables can be yanked out, too. Healthy plants can be dropped into the ground to break down and feed the soil…
Celebrating National Pomegranate Month
…for the taste – but also for their incredible health benefits. November is National Pomegranate Month! Research shows they are among the healthiest fruits in the world because of their…
Animal Welfare Doesn’t Improve with Larger Facilities
…was not a factor in the overall welfare of the animals involved with the operation. Researchers used four metrics to evaluate overall farm conditions. Housing, health, feeding, and behavior were…
ASTA Applauds International Statement in Support of Plant Breeding Innovation
…been successfully developing and improving crop varieties for hundreds of years – with tremendous benefits for American farmers and the health of our families and our environment. Our ability to…
Celebrating National Vinegar Day
…as a dip for crab meat, and a substitute for fresh lemon juice. Some forms of vinegar are are believed to have health benefits, are often used in cleaning, as…
Funding to Increase Access to Education, Workforce Training and Health Care Opportunities in Rural Communities
…KB), educational and health care services in rural areas. “Empowering rural Americans with access to services for quality of life and economic development is critical to rural prosperity,” Secretary Perdue…
Halloween Pumpkin Leftovers
…which the body converts to vitamin A. This essential vitamin promotes eye health, and just a single cup of pumpkin provides over 200% of the recommended daily value of vitamin…
Climate-Smart Agriculture Endorsed by CDFA and UC ANR in New Partnership
…is aimed at educating and encouraging the agricultural community to consider the adoption of on-farm solutions that improve nutrient management, soil health, irrigation management and on-farm composting. The CDFA programs…
Industry Seeks Additional Tariff Relief as USDA Reports Increased Milk Production
…agricultural trade, which is crucial to the economic health of our industry,” NMPF Chairman Randy Mooney said in the letter. “However, our members are greatly concerned about the level of…