…ensure pollination. A working partnership between growers and beekeepers is the basis for a successful pollination. Growers need to avoid any activities that put the health and safety of bees…
Senate Told Action Needed to Address Dairy Safety Net
…dairy, said Foster. The industry went from $1 billion in exports in 2000 to $7.1 billion in 2014. Knowing the impact future trade policies could have on the health of…
Animal Health Market Forecasted to Reach $58 Billion by 2025
A new report projects the animal health market will be worth $58.5 billion by 2025. Grand View Research reports the market is driven by technological advancements in veterinary care, which…
Bird Flu Strain Becoming More Severe in China
…infections were reported over the last month in China. The World Health Organization said this week China has detected an evolution in the virus that is capable of causing severe…
Trump Pledges Support of the Renewable Fuel Standard
…providing sufficient environmental or public health benefit,” Trump added. “We thank President Trump for reaffirming his support for the domestic biofuels industry and the RFS,” said RFA President and CEO…
Grocery Industry Seeking to Reduce Consumer Confusion on Product Date Labels
…Health for Walmart. “As advocates for the customer, we’re delighted with this industry-wide, collaborative initiative that will provide consistency, simplify consumers’ lives, and reduce food waste in homes across America.”…
Agri View: Red Meat Consumption
…it may affect your health you might want to stop eating. Or stop reading. I am looking at a new report from a major agriculture college in our mid-west that…
National Pork Board Increases International Markets Funding
…in advertising, consumer information, retail and foodservice marketing, export market promotion, production improvement, science and technology, swine health, pork safety and sustainability and environmental management. For information on Checkoff-funded programs,…
USDA Announces Webinar Series about Project Applications for the Regional Conservation Partnership Program
…water quality, combat drought, enhance soil health, support wildlife habitat and protect agricultural viability. Applicants must match or exceed the federal award with private or local funds. The NRCS will…
Oroville Dam: Evacuation Order Disrupts Farming in Affected Area
…cause significant erosion and maybe topple trees, and standing water for a significant period would impact of the health of the orchard, since (trees) would be more prone to root…
Ag Groups Respond to Pruitt Confirmation
…to working with Administrator Pruitt as he leads EPA in a way to help ensure a safe and healthy environment alongside a strong and viable agricultural sector.” Lee noted that…
KIND CEO Pledges $25 Million for Nutrition Group
…healthy snack options. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service. From: Feed the Truth KIND Snacks Founder and CEO Creates New Organization to Promote Public Health Over Special…
Influence of Income and Prices on Global Dietary Patterns by Country, Age, and Gender
…healthy foods. Although international organizations have encouraged healthier diets through pricing and income policies, their effectiveness could differ among countries by income levels and regional preferences, as well as within…
House Agriculture Committee Approves Two Measures
…duplicative burdens for many farmers, ranchers, water resource boards and public health professionals involved in mosquito control, all without providing quantifiable public health or environmental benefits. Conaway “The Agriculture Committee…