The tomato industry has taken steps towards more safeguards for food safety with the recently released “Food Safety Programs and Auditing Protocol for the Fresh Tomato Supply Chain, 2009.”
Rural Development Agency Can Help Producers Add Value to Their Products
For producers who may have an idea for ways to add value to their products, USDA Under Secretary for Rural Development, Dallas Tonsager, says they have grant programs to help get them started.
Potatoes Fighting to be Included on WIC List
Efforts are ramping up to get potatoes added to the list of fruits and vegetables available to needy women and children through a federal program.
Food Safety Tops List of Stories in 2009
Produce was a hot topic when it came to food stories for 2009 with food safety concerns topping the list.
Estate Taxes
Everett Griner tells us why nothing offered pleases the farmers.
Christmas Trees
Did you know that there are three trees planted for each one cut? Everett Griner tells us this and much more today.
Thanking American Farmers
As we celebrate the Christmas season, Tyron Spearman takes time out to thank farmers across our great nation.
Food Price Inflation Lowest In Years
Consumers had a little more money to put towards what is under the tree, versus what is being served on the table this Christmas.
Tree Nut Industry Thriving
Tree nuts get a lot of recognition this time of year, but USDA economist Susan Pollack says that the industry doesn’t just rely on the holidays, as the industry has been enjoying year round popularity
Some GPS Units Boasting E85 Search Capabilities
A popular gift this holiday season is a GPS and Robert White, director of market development with the Renewable Fuels Association, says that many of them have applications to locate E85 stations all over the country.