Tag: USDA
FSA Andy: Tap into the services USDA offers by getting on...
The USDA is trying to beef up the ways it reaches underserved farmers who are not currently enrolled in USDA loan, farm or conservation programs.
Certified organic products can now move freely between U.S. and EU
COLUMBUS -- Organic products certified in the United States or in Europe may be sold as organic in either region starting June 1.This new...
USDA announces CRP sign-up
WASHINGTON — U.S. Department of Agriculture will conduct a four-week Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) general signup, beginning March 12 and ending April 6. Conservation...
New plant hardiness zone map released
WASHINGTON -- The USDA recently released the new version of its Plant Hardiness Zone Map, updating a useful tool for gardners and researchers for the first time since 1990 with greater accuracy and detail.
Carroll Countians gather to speak out against the closing of the...
Carroll County residents are passionate about agriculture and aren't afraid to tell the USDA their opinion over the loss of the FSA office.
Marketing cattle to get the highest price may take closer management
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio —One thing is for sure in the cattle market, there are no guarantees and it is constantly changing.The 2012 Eastern Ohio Beef...
USDA seeks to modernize poultry inspection in U.S.
WASHINGTON -- In a shift that will save money for businesses and taxpayers while improving food safety, the USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service is proposing a modernization of young chicken and turkey slaughter inspection in the U.S. by focusing FSIS inspection resources on the areas of the poultry production system that pose the greatest risk to food safety.
FSA Andy: No one likes paperwork, but don’t miss key farm...
If you've bought or sold land, or added or dropped rented ground, be sure to let your USDA Farm Service Agency office know.
USDA reminds producers of sign-up dates for 2012
WASHINGTON, -- Enrollment for the 2012 Direct and Counter-cyclical Program (DCP) and the Average Crop Revenue Election Program (ACRE) began Jan. 23. The last day for producers to sign up for either program will be June 1.
Market Monitor: Looking for direction in a snowstorm
When you live in Ashtabula County for a lifetime, you have snowstorm stories. The day I called Deerfield and said I wouldn’t be in...
