NASS Remains Operational and Reports on Schedule Amid COVID-19

Asks farmers and ranchers to complete surveys online (USDA/NASS) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) statistical reports remain on schedule amid the COVID-19 pandemic, including the March 26 Hogs and Pigs and March 31 Prospective Plantings reports. NASS also continues to collect data for all upcoming reports, asking farmers and ranchers to complete their …

Agri-Pulse Poll Shows Strong Support for Trump in Farm Country

(Agri Pulse) — Farmers and ranchers’ support for President Donald Trump has grown despite sluggish exports and their own worries about their financial condition as the economic slowdown triggered by the COVID-19 has developed, according to the latest Agri-Pulse poll of U.S. farmers and ranchers.  Some 72% of producers nationwide who were surveyed from Feb. 19 through March 13 said they were …

United Fresh Urges Congress to Take Immediate Action

(NAFB) — Produce suppliers are looking for federal assistance, as many industry sectors seek relief from the impact of the coronavirus outbreak. The United Fresh Produce Association, representing the fresh produce supply chain, has requested urgent action by Congress to mitigate the challenges facing the sectors that have been impacted most severely. The immediate impact felt by the fresh produce …

How to Make Do-It-Yourself Starter Seed Pots

Cathy Isom has some excellent instructions for you about how to make do-it-yourself starter seed pots with things you already have. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. If you have old newspapers, junk mail, and other waste paper hanging around and taking up space in your home, then you have the makings for eco-friendly containers you can use …

U.S. Seed Companies Remain Committed to Meeting Farmer, Consumer Demand

(ASTA) — The following is a statement from American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) President & CEO Andrew LaVigne:  “The U.S. seed industry stands with the entire agriculture and food value chain in its commitment to ensuring America’s families have ongoing access to a healthy, safe and affordable food supply as we continue to deal with the impacts of COVID-19.  “The …

Peanut Farmers Strongly Urged to Plant Certified Seed

Heading into the 2020 growing season, peanut farmers are being urged to use certified seed. Tyron Spearman has the story. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, …

One Organic Farmer’s Experiences

There are more and more consumers looking for organic products. So Stephanie Ho has a story looking at some of the concerns organic farmers need to keep in mind as they work on growing vegetables. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm …

Many Helping to Get Safe Food to Americans

While many Americans are being asked to shelter at home during this time, USDA wants to remind folks not to forget about the workers who are still out there making sure we all have access to food. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue says not only are USDA inspectors making sure the food supply is safe, he sends special appreciation to all …

How to Catch a Swarm of Bees Safely

Cathy Isom lets you know what is needed, as well as a simple trick for how to catch a swarm of bees.  That’s coming up on This Land of Ours.  A swarm of bees is, typically, the “old” queen from a robust colony and about half the workers. So that big pile of bees hanging off something is several thousand …