Farm Compliance

USDA Announces $84.8 Million for Vital Watershed Projects

Written by Farm Compliance
Friday, 17 April 2009
Washington, DC - Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that the USDA will be sending $84.8 million to state and local governments to improve water quality, increase water supply, decrease soil erosion, and improve fish and wildlife habitat in rural communities as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009.
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New Holland Hydrogen-Powered Tractor Offers Farmers Hope of Autonomous Future

Written by Farm Compliance
Wednesday, 15 April 2009
New Holland, Pennsylvania - New Holland's experimental hydrogen-powered NH2™ tractor is a key element in a project that hopes to free farmers from the cost of purchased fossil-fuel and allow them to achieve fuel autonomy. The concept is a natural fit with New Holland's Clean Energy Leader position, which saw the company lead the industry with its support for 100% biodiesel without complicated servicing programs or reduced machine performance.
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American Farm Bureau Federation Statement, Regarding Easing Cuba Restrictions

Written by AFBF
Wednesday, 15 April 2009
Washington, DC - “The White House’s decision this week to ease travel for Cuban Americans and relax financial restrictions to Cuba is one step closer to easing all trade restrictions with the country. We are very encouraged by President Obama’s actions and appreciate the administration’s prompt action on the issue. In this step-by-step process, the Farm Bureau would also like the administration to consider agriculture provisions.
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USDA Seeks Dialogue with Producers and Stakeholders on National Animal Identification System

Written by Farm Compliance
Wednesday, 15 April 2009
Washington, DC - Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack today held a roundtable discussion with a variety of stakeholders representing the full spectrum of views on the National Animal Identification System (NAIS). The event kicks off a listening tour to gather feedback and input that will assist the Secretary in making decisions about the future direction of animal identification and traceability in the United States.
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Farmers Relying on Roundup Lose Some of its Benefit

Written by Yuma News Now
Tuesday, 14 April 2009
Yuma, Arizona - Roundup Ready crops have made weed control much easier for farmers, but a new study shows their reliance on the technology may be weakening the herbicide's ability to control weeds.
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