Cathy Isom tells us about a popular singer on a mission to Feed America. Andy Grammer, known for musical hits Keep Your Head Up and Fine By Me kicked off the holidays by teaming up with Feeding America, the nation’s largest domestic hunger-relief organization. Download Audio
FDA Requests Comments on Use of the Term “Natural” on Food Labeling
Comment Period on Use of the Term “Natural” on Food Labeling Extended Until May 10, 2016In direct response to requests from the public, the FDA has extended the comment period for the Use of the Term “Natural” on Food Labeling. The comment period will now end on May 10, 2016. Due to the complexity of this issue, the FDA is …
Even Santa’s Reindeer Need a Veterinarian!
From: American Veterinary Medical Association Being AVMA President certainly has its perks, including the title of Santa’s Official Veterinarian. In addition to providing regular preventive care to Santa’s reindeer, this means examining Rudolph and each of the others in preparation for their special flight around the world.
Land O’Lakes – GENYOUth Team Up
Land O’Lakes, one of America’s premier agribusiness and food companies, recently entered a multi-year partnership with GENYOUth, a non-profit organization focused on empowering youth. Cathy Isom tells us a little about this partnership empowering youth in school, at home and in the workplace. Download Audio
Safley Brings Focus on Child Hunger, Poverty to Food-Bank Post
From: The News Service of Florida THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, December 22, 2015–The new chief of Florida’s food banks, Robin Safley, is a former top state agriculture official who has led efforts to bolster nutrition programs for schoolchildren. “All the food banks in the state are really excited about having Robin in her leadership capacity,” said Jim Croteau, interim executive director …
Southeast AgNet This Week: Drone Registration Rules Announced; Omnibus Approval Key for Cattle Producers
Today’s issue of Southeast AgNet This Week includes information and rules on registering your drone with the federal government, as well as a video from the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association about the Omnibus Appropriations Bill approval. Want to learn more? Click here to subscribe and view the current issue.
USDA Shares 2015 Results
USDA Shares 2015 Results: Building a Stronger Rural America through Partnership, Progress and Promise WASHINGTON, Dec. 22, 2015 – This year, millions of rural businesses and families were positively impacted by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) investments in their communities. Today, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack released a list of USDA’s top achievements in 2015, demonstrating USDA’s efforts to help farmers and …
5 Simple Recipes for a “Fresh From Florida” Christmas
From: The office of Commissioner Adam Putnam TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – As Floridians plan their Christmas celebrations and meals, Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam and Florida’s Culinary Ambassador Chef Justin Timineri are sharing five “Fresh From Florida” recipes that can be easily incorporated into holiday traditions. These recipes feature delicious products grown and harvested in Florida. Look for the products with …
Drone Registration Rules Announced
Drone registration will soon be mandatory. The Federal Aviation Administration announced that recreational users of unmanned aerial systems (UAS), or drones, must register their systems with the federal government.
Vilsack on the COOL Requirements for Beef and Pork
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today released the following statement regarding the language in the omnibus bill repealing the country of origin labeling requirements for beef and pork products. “The omnibus bill repealed the country of origin labeling (COOL) requirements for muscle cuts of beef and pork, and ground beef and pork. Effective immediately, USDA is not enforcing the COOL requirements …