USDA-NRCS to reissue 2012 1099s; errors on first forms issued
If you received a 1099 from the NRCS, don't file your taxes just yet. There were errors on the first forms issued.
Don’t ignore that Bt corn refuge requirement
Corn growers can't ignore refuge planting requirements to help preserve the long-term value of Bt technology.
Produce grower GAP training offered in two Ohio locations
Two programs in March will offer tips on preventing microbial contamination on fruit and vegetable farms, including the use of Good Agricultural Practices, or GAPs.
Roberts, Johanns fighting EPA permit layers
S. 175 would ensure Clean Water Act permits are not needed for the applications of pesticides and amends FIFRA by stating that no permit shall be required for the use of a pesticide that is registered under FIFRA.
EPA proposes 2013 Renewable Fuel Standards
New RFS: Just under 10 percent of fuel must be from renewable sources in 2013.
USDA to start MILC payments Feb. 5
The USDA’s Farm Service Agency will issue payments to dairy farmers enrolled in the Milk Income Loss Contract (MILC) program for the September 2012 marketings, beginning Feb. 5.
DFA to pay $158.6 million in antitrust settlement
The milk marketing co-op reached a deal on the eve the lawsuit alleging price fixing was set to begin at trial.
American Farm Bureau delegates want risk management in farm bill
American Farm Bureau Federation delegates don't support raw milk sales; will push for spending cuts instead of tax increases.
13 ways for farmers to lose money in 2013
Farmers and landowners everywhere -- every year -- overlook some of the basics that would help them save money or make money. So we decided to create a list of ways to lose money this year (in hopes that you'll not take our advice).
W.Va. poultry grower vindicated: EPA backs off Clean Water permit demand
The U.S. EPA has withdrawn an order demanding that West Virginia poultry grower Lois Alt obtain a Clean Water Act discharge permit for stormwater runoff from her farmyard.
