While attendng the National Assocation of Farm Broadcasters convention in Kansas City, Chief of USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service Dave White told me they are all moving right along with the process of finalzing many of their programs for this year.
No Change to Peanut Markets & Argentina Peanut Crop Update
After this week’s crop forecast, Tyron Spearman says there was no real change to the peanut markets while there are some concerns with what’s happening with the peanut crop in Argentina. Markets: Argentina:
Dairy Farming
This could truly be one of America’s most troubled industries. Everett Griner talks on this today.
Vilsack Announces USDA Purchases
At the annual National Association of Farm Broadcasters convention in Kansas City, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced USDA’s intention to purchase $50 million worth of pork for federal food nutrition assistance programs.
Ida Adds to Harvest Woes
Tropical Depression Ida did not pack much of a punch in terms of wind, but it did bring quite a bit of moisture to already rain-soaked fields.
Vilsack Announces Funds to Promote Ag Exports
KANSAS CITY, Mo., Nov. 11, 2009-Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that 70 U.S. trade organizations received more than $234 million in Fiscal Year 2009 to help promote American food and agricultural products overseas. Vilsack made this announcement at the annual convention of the National Association of Farm Broadcasters.
Land Values
Farm land values are in a very volatile position and Everett Griner explains.
GA Talking about Beef
It’s been a busy fall for the staff at the Georgia Beef Board but their Executive Vice President Josh White said being at various events allowed them to talk with a lot of people about beef and the beef checkoff.
Food Safety is a Collaborative Effort
Food Safety continues to be a top priority for government officials and Leanne Skelton, Chief of the Fresh Products Branch for USDA, says that the partnership and cooperation between USDA and FDA allows them to pool together their knowledge and resources.
County Committee Elections & Peanut Board Awards
The Farm Service Agency reminds producers that County Committee elections are underway, as Tyron Spearman has the details and also has information about some recent awards given to the National Peanut Board. Elections: Awards: