The annual U.S. Meat Export Federation Board of Directors meeting and Product Showcase continues today in Kansas City, Missouri as people from across the globe are in attendance Download Audio More details on the USMEF Board of Directors Meeting and Product Showcase are available on the USMEF website.
Senate Tax Extender Bill Still Stalled
The tax extenders bill that would reauthorize more than 50 expired tax breaks is still stalled in the Senate. Download Audio
Rural America Affected by Baby Boomers
Baby boomers are now at the retirement stage. Everett Griner looks at how this will affect rural America. Rural America Affected by Baby Boomers
Shortage of Veterinarians
Everett Griner talks about the field of veterinarian medicine and its importance to agriculture in today’s Agri View. Shortage of Veterinarians
Man’s Best Friend
The farm dog is taken for granted, but, Everett Griner tells us just how important the dog is for farmers. Man’s Best Friend
Ag Sector Still Skeptical Regarding Waters of the U.S. Rule
Despite assurances from administrators from both the EPA and USDA, the ag sector is still skeptical of the proposed “Waters of the U.S.” rule. Download Audio Click here for comments from EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy.
Heavy Odds
Everett Griner tells us how farming and Las Vegas are both gambles. Download Audio
Help Shortage
Everett Griner tells us how farmers are feeling extension cutbacks. Download Audio
USDA Video: This Week @ USDA May 9
A weekly look at some of the events and activities at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. For more information:
Poultry and Meat Labeling Rule Sent to OMB
USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service sent its final rule on labeling products containing an added solution to the federal Office of Management and Budget for review. Download Audio