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California Almond Crop Estimates and USDA Farm to School Grants
The Agribusiness Update
California growers are expected to harvest 2.8 billion meat pounds of almonds this year, 13% more than last year, and Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says USDA is awarding a record-breaking $14.3 million in Farm to School Grants.
National Blueberry Month and USDA Farm to School Grants
The Agribusiness Update
As we celebrate National Blueberry Month, a University of Florida dietitian says the fruit could be called “power berries”, and Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says USDA is awarding a record-breaking $14.3 million in Farm to School Grants.
A Healthier, More Expensive School Lunch
Southeast Regional Ag News
A recent Congressional Research Service report states finalized school nutrition regulations will cost school districts an extra three cents per meal on average.
Gradual Overhaul of U.S. School Meals Now Underway
California Ag Today
July 1 has come and gone and, with its passing, updated nutrition standards for school meals are now in effect.
Barbed Wire
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Barbed wire is an indispensable part of many farms across rural America. But where did it come from?
Milk Stays on School Lunch Guidelines List
Line on Agriculture
Flavored milk provides students with health benefits and makes it a palatable choice for school-aged youth.
Bayer Verdict Overturned in Washington State and Ag Groups React to Farm Bill Overviews
The Agribusiness Update
A Washington state appeals court overturned a $185 million verdict against Bayer's Monsanto unit over chemical contamination at a Seattle-area school, and a Washington state appeals court overturns $185 million verdict against Bayer over chemical contamination at a Seattle-area school.
Bayer Verdict Overturned in Washington State and Ag Groups React to Farm Bill Overviews
The Agribusiness Update
A Washington state appeals court overturned a $185 million verdict against Bayer's Monsanto unit over chemical contamination at a Seattle-area school, and a Washington state appeals court overturns $185 million verdict against Bayer over chemical contamination at a Seattle-area school.
Pasteurization Destroys HPAI and USDA on Healthy School Meals
The Agribusiness Update
FDA confirms pasteurization of milk destroys harmful pathogenic bacteria and other microorganisms, including Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, and Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack announced major steps to promote the health of America's children through school meals.
Organic Impact on Conventional Pesticides and Injunction Over Disaster Relief
The Agribusiness Update
California researchers found organic agriculture can increase pesticide use on nearby conventionally farmed fields, and the USDA’s Forest Service is issuing more than $232 million to the Secure Rural Schools Program.
Injunction Over Disaster Payments and Injunction Over Disaster Relief
The Agribusiness Update
The Southeastern Legal Foundation and the Mountain States Legal Foundation filed a preliminary injunction over disaster payments, and the USDA’s Forest Service is issuing more than $232 million to the Secure Rural Schools Program.
Regional Climate Hubs and Restaurants Forecast Exceeds $1.1 Trillion
The Agribusiness Update
Last week marked ten years since the USDA created regional Climate Hubs to help ag producers and rural communities make climate-informed decisions, and restaurant sales are forecast to exceed $1.1 trillion this year.
Regional Climate Hubs and Restaurants Forecast Exceeds $1.1 Trillion
The Agribusiness Update
Last week marked ten years since the USDA created regional Climate Hubs to help ag producers and rural communities make climate-informed decisions, and restaurant sales are forecast to exceed $1.1 trillion this year.
Vet School How-To, Getting Accepted
Southeast Regional Ag News
If you or someone you know is trying to get your vet school application to the top, what will give you the leg up?
Vilsack Visits Georgia and UN May Skip Ag on Climate Adaptation
The Agribusiness Update
Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack was in Georgia last week promoting USDA's school meals and sustainable aviation fuel, and negotiators at the UN climate summit may skip over food and agriculture while assembling a final statement on climate adaptation.
Farm to School Conference and Deere a Hit at Consumer Electronics Show
The Agribusiness Update
The Florida Department of Agriculture will be sharing with famers at the Farm to School conference in Orlando March 6-8, and John Deere showed off its future farmer-focused technology, including radio still playing a big part of the in-cab entertainment system, at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
Discrimination Financial Assistance and Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act
The Agribusiness Update
Farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners who experienced discrimination in USDA farm lending programs before January 2021 may be eligible for assistance, and the National Milk Producers Federation applaud House for passing the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act.
Discrimination Financial Assistance and Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act
The Agribusiness Update
Farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners who experienced discrimination in USDA farm lending programs before January 2021 may be eligible for assistance, and the National Milk Producers Federation applaud House for passing the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act.
Cage-Free Hens Percentage Grows and USDA Grants for School Lunches
The Agribusiness Update
Cage-free hens comprise a growing percentage of the U.S. egg-laying flock, and two new grant opportunities plus a training and technical assistance partnership to help schools continue to invest in nutritious school meals.