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New Ag Committee Stacked with Florida Members
Southeast Regional Ag News
With 11 appointees to the Seasonal and Perishable Agricultural Products Advisory Committee, eight are from the Sunshine State.
A Focus on Vaccines
California Ag Today
As the H5N1 “avian flu” continues to tighten its grip, the United States and European Union are now taking steps to acquire or manufacture H5N1 bird flu vaccines.
Economics 101: More Weight on Fewer Cattle
Southeast Regional Ag News
Randy Blach, CattleFax CEO, says we’re getting strong economic signals to put more weight on each animal.
Taming the Carbon Credit Wild West
California Ag Today
The Biden Administration released just this week new principles for “High-Integrity Voluntary Carbon Markets,” providing what it says are clear incentives and guardrails go ensure that this market drives ambitious and credible climate action and economic opportunity.
13 Hours of Farm Bill Debate
Southeast Regional Ag News
After nearly thirteen hours of discussion, the House Agriculture Committee has sent a farm bill to the full house for a vote.
Cattle Industry KPIs
California Ag Today
Randy Black, CattleFax CEO, says we're seeing the number of heifers being placed on feed slow down. That means the U.S beef cattle herd is neither liquidating nor expanding.
Cotton Council Praises Draft Farm Bill
Southeast Regional Ag News
Robbie Minnich, Vice President of Washington Operations for the National Cotton Council, says they are expressing support and urging a bipartisan vote on the draft bill coming from the House Agriculture Committee.
A Deep Dive into Strawberry Research
California Ag Today
Videos are now available from the California Strawberry Commission’s Production Research Meeting held in Santa Maria earlier this month.
Cattle Herd Rebuilding: Are We There Yet?
Southeast Regional Ag News
Randy Blach, CattleFax CEO, predicts January 1, 2025 will be the low in the nation’s beef cow herd.
Peanut Referendum Passes with Flying Colors
Southeast Regional Ag News
Peanut producers voted overwhelmingly to continue the Peanut Promotion, Research, and Information Program, administered by the National Peanut Board, in a referendum conducted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
The Race is On for Agriculture in Sonoma
California Ag Today
The “Farm to Finish Line” event at Sonoma Raceway will celebrate California’s rich agricultural heritage and offer a fun and educational experience for fans of all ages.
Governor's Budget Cuts Prompt Water Worries
California Ag Today
The California Farm Bureau is urging the administration to restore a $500 million discretionary funding cut as soon as possible to ensure water resilience.
A Peak Behind the Cotton Weather Curtain
Southeast Regional Ag News
Brad Rippey, USDA Agricultural Meteorologist, tells that less than 5% of the cotton production area is in drought as we head into the 2024 growing season.
A $6.5M Contribution to Farmworker Housing
Southeast Regional Ag News
Authorized by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, the funding will connect eligible migrant and seasonal farmworkers and their dependents to permanent and temporary housing.
Big Money for Blueberry Exports
California Ag Today
The U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC) is announcing that they’ve been awarded $1.3 million from the U.S. Department of Food and Agriculture’s Regional Agricultural Promotion Program (RAPP) to expand export opportunities for U.S.A. blueberries.
All-Call for Southeast Urban Agriculture Representation
Southeast Regional Ag News
The USDA is seeking nominations for four positions on the Federal Advisory Committee for Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production.
Water Resources Development Act Heads to Committee
California Ag Today
Last week legislation was released that authorizes the Army Corps of Engineers to study and carry out a host of water infrastructure and environmental restoration projects across the country.
Big Money in Farm Bill Lobbying
Southeast Regional Ag News
A new report from The Hill says that pharmaceutical, manufacturing, and agriculture interests have combined to spend over $400 million lobbying Congress on a new farm bill.
North American Beef Orgs Stand Together
California Ag Today
The NCBA, along with its Canadian and Mexican counterparts, have signed a joint statement pledging to work together.
Good Seed, Good Moisture, and Flexibility
Southeast Regional Ag News
Camp Hand, University of Georgia Extension Cotton Agronomist shares tips for success this growing season.