…began the War on Cancer. He was re-elected in one of the largest landslides in American history in 1972 when he defeated George McGovern. For all that, no one knew…
Virtual California Rice Commission Annual Grower Meeting Coming Up
…information on farm policy and other key federal issues, water challenges and concerns, as well as international trade and policy. “I’m pretty excited about it. I think it will be…
Biostimulant Council Formed to Encourage Better Biostimulant Regulation
…and is the biggest trade association representing the nation’s fertilizer industry. The non-profit Biostimulant Coalition represents industry members involved in the production of a variety of materials including amino acids…
E&J Gallo, Constellation Deal Finally Done
The $810 million dollar deal between E&J Gallo and Constellation Brands was finally approved by the Federal Trade Commission. The deal sends 32 brands from Constellation to Gallo in a move…
H-2A Wage Freeze Blocked by Federal Judge Ruling
…the pandemic and trade market disruption, farm groups were optimistic that a wage freeze would help provide balance. The DOL rule would have also adjusted how wages were to be…
APHIS Staff Worked to Overcome Issues of Burdensome Year
…departments to preserve more than $50 million in agricultural trade. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For…
FAS Ensures Strength of American Ag Exports in A Challenging Year
…U.S. and China. Implementation of the U.S.-Japan Trade Agreement and the U.S.- Mexico-Canada Agreement was monitored by FAS during 2020. FAS was involved in the pursuit of bilateral trade agreements…
Almond Update: Optimism for 2021, BMP Training Starts Year
…2020 ended, there is great optimism for 2021 including progress with the Chinese market. Former US Trade Representative Darci Vetter wasn’t as optimistic regarding China when she spoke at the…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 12-28-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering trade with China, multiple approaches available to reduce tillage…
Blueberry Growers Form Alliance to Address Market Issues
…will provide supplemental support to an ongoing U.S. International Trade Commission investigation related to the damages caused by increased imports of fresh, chilled and frozen blueberries. Alliance members are seeking…
The Western View: Celebrating Christmas 2020 Style
…even worse time than now: during our civil war. It was a horrible time. The customs that arose – the pastoral peace of the manger, the gifts of the Magi,…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 12-21-20
…two China trade deal needs to happen and a report which highlights the issues with guidelines used for groundwater management. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes,…
Phase Two China Trade Deal Needs to Happen
…heated election, and that has some leaders worried about China’s recent trade maneuvering. Western Growers President Dave Puglia serves on the Agricultural Policy Advisory Committee that deals with trade matters….
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 12-17-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering ag groups push USTR for fair trade with the…