House Agriculture Committee Chairman Mike Conaway released his draft of the new farm bill last Thursday, known as the Agriculture and Nutrition Act of 2018, or HR-2. During a teleconference, Conaway noted the bill makes changes to conservation programs, including the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) and Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP). Conaway on Conservation Title Changes in Farm Bill Draft Sponsored …
Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight: 2018 Ag Hall of Fame – Fanjul’s
On this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, learn about 2018 inductees to the Florida Agriculture Hall of Fame, farmers Alfonso and J. Pepe Fanjul. 2018 Ag Hall of Fame – Fanjul’s You can follow Florida Commissioner Adam Putnam on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Discover more by visiting FreshFromFlorida.com. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune …
Yellow Fruits and Veggies Great for Your Garden
Cathy Isom fills us in about the many yellow fruits and veggies you want and need in your diet this spring. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Yellow Fruits and Veggies for Your Garden There are certain fruits and vegetables that we need in our life that contain not only a ray of sunshine but also an abundance …
Biodiesel Stakeholders Unite Over RFS Concerns
The National Biodiesel Board joined the American Soybean Association and the National Renderers Association in urging President Trump to keep his promises to rural voters. Kurt Kovarik, NBB vice president of federal affairs, says recent actions by the Environmental Protection Agency have undermined the president’s commitment to support consumer access to domestic renewable fuels, as well keeping the Renewable Fuels …
Exxon, Chevron Ask EPA for Biofuel Blending Exemptions
Energy giants Chevron and Exxon have asked the Environmental Protection Agency for waivers from the nation’s biofuels program that have typically been reserved for small refiners in financial trouble. A Reuters report says that will only add fuel to the fire in the debate between the oil and ethanol industries over how the Trump Administration should handle the RFS. An …
Rabobank: Domestic Dairy Demand to Climb in 2018
Domestic demand for dairy products like natural cheese and butter, along with premium dairy products, should rise in the second half of 2018. That prediction comes from Rabobank in its Dairy Quarterly 1 Report. “The stronger economic growth is projected to come mostly from the recent tax policy change, which translates to stronger dairy demand through increased food service and …
Asian Nations Cautious About the U.S. Back in TPP
Japan, Australia, and New Zealand were cautious in their reaction to the news that U.S. President Trump might reopen talks on the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP). It’s the same deal he pulled America out of as soon as he took office. An Associated Press report says Japanese officials welcome the move if it means Trump is recognizing the importance of the …
Agri View: Climbing Egg Prices
Everett Griner talks about climbing egg prices in today’s Agri View. He explains what is driving the egg prices, and why. Climbing Egg Prices Egg prices are up. Have you noticed? What is driving it? Well, demand. Somebody is eating more eggs. Well, let me put it this way. Consumption of eggs is up. It takes several months for a …
Weekly Livestock Market Report
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, for the week ended April 13, 2018, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: AL Livestock Market Report At Alabama Livestock Auctions for the Week ended April 13, 2018, receipts at 21 markets totaled an estimated 11,600 head compared …
House Members from Across the Country Praise 2018 Farm Bill
The House Agriculture Committee introduced the Agriculture and Nutrition Act of 2018 (H.R. 2). The bill helps address the economic challenges facing farmers and ranchers, while making historic investments in opportunities for SNAP recipients. Across the country, members continue offering their praise and support for the 2018 Farm Bill. Several of these members’ comments are included below: “Introduction of the …