Staying food safe this summer. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. As the weather heats up, so does the number of meals that will be served outside. Whether it’s a pool party or a hiking trip, food should be served safely to avoid foodborne illness. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service is offering …
Food Safety Tips for Summer Grilling
There are a few things to keep in mind as grilling season kicks off this weekend… Food safety is important when it comes to grilling season so there are a few things to keep in mind. Ensure you cook your meat and poultry to the correct internal temperature by checking the internal temperature with a food thermometer. Prevent cross-contamination occurring …
Where to Get Food Safety Information
It’s important to know where to find out food safety information when grilling. That’s coming up on This Land Of Ours. Meredith Carothers, food safety expert with the USDA’s Meat and Poultry Hotline, outlining several ways you can get food safety questions answered live by real experts. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 15, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst …
$1.3 Million Raised for 4-H Through Clover Campaign
Tractor Supply Company, in partnership with the National 4-H Council, announced that its Paper Clover Campaign raised over $1.3 million for 4-H youth nationwide, moving the fundraiser’s grand total to over $20 million. “We are filled with gratitude and admiration for how our local communities have shown up to help so many young people across America access 4-H programming,” says …
Lobbying for the Farm Bill Tops $500 Million
A new report from The Hill says that pharmaceutical, manufacturing, and agriculture interests have combined to spend over $400 million lobbying Congress on a new farm bill. The Union for Concerned Scientists says that’s more than four times the amount of money spent by the public sector and civil society. The report also found that between 2019 and 2023, giant …
Food Price Inflation Continues Stabilization
Gary Crawford and USDA economist, Megan Sweitzer, lets us know about a new report showing food price inflation at a near standstill. Listen to Gary Crawford’s This Land Of Ours program here. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 15, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Alabama Bans Cultured Meat
A second state bans cultured meat. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Alabama is now the second state in the nation to ban the sale of cultured meat. Last week, Governor Kay Ivey signed SB23 into law, making the manufacture, sale, or distribution of food products produced from cultured animal cells a Class C misdemeanor as of October …
Nominations Open for the Farm Dog of the Year
Nominations are open for the Farm Dog of the Year. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The American Farm Bureau Federation’s seventh annual Farm Dog of the Year Contest, co-sponsored by Nestle Purina Pet Care, celebrates farm dogs and the many ways they support farmers and ranchers. AFBF Vice President of Communications Terri Moore says the Farm Dog …
Farmers Making Fewer Changes
Farmers are making fewer changes this year. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Low commodity prices, high input costs, and disappointing 2023 growing season results are influencing farmer decisions in 2024. The “2024 Farmer Speaks” survey reveals that farmers are taking a more conservative approach in their decision-making. They’re making fewer changes overall, driven by concerns about short-term …
Texas Wildfire Loss is Worth $123 Million
A look at the cost of the Texas Panhandle wildfires. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service economists project the Panhandle wildfires caused $123 million in preliminary agricultural losses, making it the costliest on record. The wildfires began on February 26 and burned 1.2 million acres, making it the largest wildfire in Texas …