…retailers, according to the survey published by Proagrica. 65 percent of respondents are feeling financial pressure due to fluctuating commodity pricing and competition. Elsewhere, 68 percent felt that enhanced management…
Continued Abuse of Small Refiner Waivers Renders Proposed 2019 RFS Volumes ‘Meaningless,’ RFA Tells EPA
…has the authority and obligation to do so, Dinneen explained. “In a draft of the proposed rule that was submitted to the White House Office of Management and Budget for…
USDA Forest Service Announces New Strategy for Improving Forest Conditions
…a new approach,” said Interim USFS Chief Vicki Christiansen. “This year Congress has given us new opportunities to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with state leaders mitigate to identify land management priorities that…
Agri View: Scholarships for Agriculture Students
…a graduate who specializes in soil building, and vegetation management. Any 4 years in agriculture is a career with a good future. Any scholarship is good for any student….anywhere. That’s…
U.S., Mexico, Close to Reaching NAFTA Deal
…when it comes to dairy. The U.S. is hoping to remove Canada’s dairy supply management system as part of the NAFTA talks. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
USDA Adds New Tools, Resources to Farmers.gov to Aid Producers
…into how other producers address challenges in running successful agricultural operations, A soil health webpage, where producers can read about the soil health management practices offered by USDA, and An…
Water Works: Deficit Irrigation in Processing Tomatoes
…sands,” said Professor Emeritus in the Department of Plant Sciences at UC Davis Tim Hartz, “so you need to address your management based on your soil type.” Since the biggest…
NAFTA Negotiations: Mexico Close, Canada Talks Not Close
…poultry supply management programs. The negotiations with Canada have been very difficult, with Doud adding that “We’ve got to get to a situation where we can bring Canada on board…
NRCS Partners in California Receive $1.3 Million for Conservation Innovations
…California’s farms and ranches,” said Jeff White, NRCS acting state conservationist in California. “The projects continue California’s commitment to soil health and its management across the landscape.” CIG grants awarded…
Canada Happily on NAFTA Sidelines, for Now
…including talks with Canada on dairy issues, as the U.S. dairy industry wants Canada to abandon its dairy supply management program, a move Canada has repeatedly shot down. Those talks…
Water Works: Maximizing Soil Moisture
In today’s Water Works, brought to you by AquiMax, maximizing soil moisture can be an integral part of general water management strategies. As energy and water rates are substantial components…
ASTA Promotes Safe Handling and Storage of Treated Seed during Harvest
…yields,” said ASTA President & CEO Andrew LaVigne. “Farmers and applicators know the importance of proper management to minimize the risk of pesticide exposure to humans and the environment. This…
U.S., Mexico, Leaving Canada behind in NAFTA Talks
…hopeful progress with Mexico will pressure Canada to act or even concede on trade issues, like it’s dairy supply management system. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
NAFTA Renegotiation Showing Signs of Progress
…dairy supply management system, a goal for the U.S. as part of the negotiations, remains “unacceptable,” according to trade officials from Canada. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News…