NASDA

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Letter Dear Administrator Regan: The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture, on behalf of 50 state departments of agriculture and 4 U.S. This court decision was issued days before the 2024 spring planting season, which means farmers have already developed farm plans and purchased seeds and pesticides.

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Civil Eats

JULY 24, 2024

More and more pesticides approved for use on U.S. The new analysis, published today in Environmental Health Perspectives, represents the latest effort to understand how common PFAS are in pesticides, which are widely used around the country and directly affect food, water, and soil. The EPA took steps to address that contamination.

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Real Agriculture

APRIL 4, 2024

Several organizations have come together to offer farmers in Ontario support in reducing the risk of off-target pesticide application through the Be Drift Aware campaign. Drift is the unintentional aerial movement of plant protection products away from the intended target.

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Real Agriculture

JUNE 26, 2023

We will hear an interview with Kelvin Heppner of RealAgriculture and the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, Marie Claude Bibeau on the decisions made on MRLs and cosmetic pesticide use. Thanks for tuning in to this Agronomic Monday edition of RealAg Radio with host Shaun Haney! Read More

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Agric4profits

JULY 27, 2024

Farmers procure pesticides and pesticide sprayers for use on their farms for intended purposes. These can only be achieved if the pesticide calculation is corre

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Agric4profits

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024

Organic farming is a method of agriculture that focuses on growing food without using synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, or genetically modified organisms (GMOs

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Agric4profits

JULY 28, 2024

Pesticides are not sold in its pure form because they are highly toxic, thus they are often diluted with any carrier to avoid the hazards of poisoning to applic

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NASDA

JANUARY 31, 2024

News Article The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture is excited to congratulate three staff members on their recent promotions. Stephanie joined the NASDA team in December 2022 as the associate director of public policy where she focused on issues related to agricultural labor, conservation, animal disease and climate.

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Food Tank

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

A global team of journalists recently revealed that agrochemical industry leaders are working to downplay the risks associated with pesticides and discredit and silence critics of these chemicals. Agency for International Development (USAID) for the “enhanced monitoring” of “critics of modern agriculture approaches.” “Our

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Real Agriculture

AUGUST 9, 2023

When looking at any pesticide label there should be three words that make you stop, think, and mark the calendar: pre-harvest interval. Read More When looking at any pesticide label there should be three words that make you stop, think, and mark the calendar: pre-harvest interval.

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AgriLife Today

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

AgriLife Extension course prepares participants for Texas Department of Agriculture licensing exam The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service in McLennan County will be holding a private pesticide applicator training course on Sept. Read More → The post Private pesticide applicator training course set Sept. 26 in Waco.

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Food Politics

MARCH 19, 2024

This editorial is talking about industrial agricultural producers—Big Ag—not small organic farmers using regenerative principles. The editorial points out (my translation) that the EU spends about a third of its annual budget on subsidizing industrial agriculture. This is not the right word. Well, yes.

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NASDA

JULY 10, 2024

– Missouri Agriculture Director Chris Chinn, a board member of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture, testified before the U.S. House Committee on Agriculture today. Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. Regulations must be based on validated science and science-based risk assessments,” Chinn said. “To

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NASDA

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Bartow: The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) appreciates the opportunity to provide these comments to the U.S. Pesticides; Review of Requirements Applicable to Treated Seed and Treated Paint Products; Request for Information and Comments, 88 Fed. 136 et seq. . § 136 et seq. 70,625 (Oct. territories.

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NASDA

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

. — The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture is excited to announce the hiring of Patrick Wade as Director of Public Policy. As Director, Wade will advance the organization’s public policy advocacy with his nearly 10 years of experience in agricultural policy and government affairs. territories.

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NASDA

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Press Release INDIANAPOLIS – During the 2024 National Association of State Departments of Agriculture Annual Meeting , members elected their 2025 officers. Arkansas Department of Agriculture Secretary Wes Ward will serve as NASDA’s 2024-2025 President. “I territories. territories.

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Agric4profits

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Pesticides are substances used to prevent, control, or eliminate pests that can damage crops, animals, or human health. They are commonly used in agriculture to

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NASDA

MAY 10, 2024

Letter Dear Chairman Simpson and Ranking Member Pingree: The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) commends the subcommittee for its work in support of farmers, ranchers, and rural communities. NASDA represents the Commissioners, Secretaries, and Directors of agriculture in all 50 states and 4 territories.

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NASDA

MAY 10, 2024

Letter Dear Chairman Merkley and Ranking Member Murkowski: The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) commends the subcommittee for its work in support of farmers, ranchers, and rural communities. NASDA represents the Commissioners, Secretaries, and Directors of agriculture in all 50 states and 4 territories.

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Real Agriculture

AUGUST 27, 2024

Drones, or UAVs, can scout fields, create maps, apply seed, and — eventually — apply pesticides. Read More Drones, or UAVs, can scout fields, create maps, apply seed, and — eventually — apply pesticides. To discuss what is legal, what’s a good fit, and. To discuss what is legal, what’s a good fit, and.

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Civil Eats

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Plastics are tightly woven into the fabric of modern agriculture. These synthetic polymer products have often been used to help boost yields up to 60 percent and make water and pesticide use more efficient. But plasticulture, or the use of plastic products in agriculture, also comes with a wide range of known problems.

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Farming First

OCTOBER 22, 2024

A symposium of 50 global experts has emphasised the need for a circular economy in managing empty pesticide containers in Vietnam and beyond. The post Pesticide Waste: Symposium Paves the Way for Circular Agriculture in Vietnam’s Food System appeared first on Farming First.

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NASDA

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Letter Submitted via regulations.gov Re: Docket EPA-HQ-OPP-2023-0365; Draft Herbicide Strategy Framework to Reduce Exposure of federally Listed Endangered and Threatened Species and Designated Critical Habitats from the Use of Conventional Agricultural Herbicides. Herbicide Strategy Framework Document Dear Ms. territories.

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CABI

AUGUST 8, 2023

CABI Academy‘s latest course, Introduction to Bioprotection Products, enables agricultural service providers to equip themselves with the knowledge and skills to support smallholder farmers using bioprotection products. Bioprotection, also known as biocontrol, is a more sustainable approach to pest management.

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Agric4profits

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Using organic pesticides in agriculture means choosing natural and environmentally friendly solutions to protect crops from harmful pests. Unlike traditional

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NASDA

MAY 7, 2024

The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) commends the subcommittee for its work in support of farmers, ranchers, and rural communities. NASDA represents the Commissioners, Secretaries, and Directors of agriculture in all 50 states and 4 territories. agriculture. Agriculture Research a.

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NASDA

JUNE 20, 2024

We support the efforts being undertaken by both career staff and the IWG to make progress on improving the process for Endangered Species Act (ESA) review for pesticide registration decisions. The IWG has made progress since the enactment of the 2018 Farm Bill and its work should continue.

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Agric4profits

AUGUST 1, 2024

Organic farming pesticides are substances used to control pests and diseases in organic farming systems without relying on synthetic chemicals. These pesticides

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NASDA

AUGUST 7, 2023

Matuszko: The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) appreciates the opportunity to comment on the U.S. NASDA represents the commissioners, secretaries, and directors of the state departments of agriculture in all 50 states and 4 U.S. territories. territories.

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Farming First

MAY 28, 2024

CropLife International's SPMF program reports progress in sustainable pesticide management in Kenya, Morocco, Thailand, and Vietnam. The post Pesticide Management: SPMF Program Reports Progress in Key Countries appeared first on Farming First.

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AGRIVI

JULY 13, 2023

Given the industry’s dependence on agriculture, it is crucial for F&B companies to actively support farmers within their supply chain in their transition towards more sustainable practices. Zero Food Waste with Weather and Pests Stack Unpredictable weather events and pest outbreaks pose challenges to sustainable agriculture.

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Cropaia

DECEMBER 19, 2023

In recent years, there has been a growing interest in regenerative agriculture, a holistic approach to farming that seeks to restore and revitalize the land while improving crop yields and overall farm profitability. Regenerative agriculture is not just a buzzword; it represents a fundamental shift in the way we view and practice farming.

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NASDA

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Comment RE: Draft Herbicide Strategy Framework to Reduce Exposure of Federally Listed Endangered and Threatened Species and Designated Critical Habitats from the Use of Conventional Agricultural Herbicides (EPA-HQ-OPP-2023-0365) Dear Ms. territories.

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Western FarmPress

MAY 17, 2024

My Generation: Illinois lawmakers have little appetite for good agricultural science around pesticides. Meanwhile, the wind’s blowing harder, herbicides are on the move, and farmers have some decisions to make.

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Food Environment and Reporting Network

OCTOBER 24, 2024

If successful, Strey says a little sheepishly in the clip, Plantix would “save the environment by using less pesticides.” During the three intervening years, Strey and her team had reshaped Plantix from a tool they hoped would help reduce global pesticide use into an app that would make it easier for farmers to buy pesticides.

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NASDA

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

At the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture Annual Meeting today, NASDA members elected the next cohort of officers for 2023-2024. Oklahoma Secretary of Agriculture Blayne Arthur will serve as NASDA’s 2023-2024 President and will host the  2024 NASDA Annual Meeting on Sept. Press Release CHEYENNE, Wyo. –

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CABI

JUNE 7, 2024

To mark World Food Safety Day on 7 June, with the theme of the year “Food safety: prepare for the unexpected“ we take a look at the ways in which the PlantwisePlus pesticide risk reduction pathway can contribute to safer food production. In many parts of the world, food safety is not guaranteed.

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