Agric4profits

MARCH 6, 2025

Agrarian reform and rural development should be strengthened and supported by further improvements in the current system of international economic relations. This will help overcome protectionist policies, market distortions in production inputs and technology, inadequate technical cooperation, and insufficient resource flows.

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ATTRA

MARCH 14, 2025

Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced grower, understanding these methods can help you expand your garden, preserve plant genetics, and boost crop productivity. Dont forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more content on sustainable farming and gardening!

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ATTRA

MARCH 17, 2025

Learn how AI can streamline farm design, improve pest management, boost nutrient efficiency, and elevate productivity — helping you cultivate smarter, more resilient crops.

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Civil Eats

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

the FDAs 2002 advisory, which labels kava as an unapproved food additive with potential health risks, still rules, lumping traditional preparations together with processed products. While state production still remains in the hundreds of acres, according to Edward Johnston, several producers sell kava online. And in the U.S.,

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NASDA

JANUARY 22, 2024

NASDA also supports developing strategies to address the presence of PFAS should it be found on or around farms. Our country must ensure farmers and ranchers keep their agricultural land and animals healthy and productive. territories.

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NASDA

JANUARY 31, 2024

During her time in this position, Josie spearheaded NASDA’s Plant and Pesticides Policy Committee and Rural Development & Financial Security Policy Committee. Josie Montoney-Crawford also joined the public policy team in December 2022 as manager of public policy.

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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The combination of programs ensures they each have permanent funding and encourages coordination between the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) and Rural Development. West Virginia Food and Farm Coalition received a Regional Food System Partnership that will extend the reach of their farmers beyond state lines.

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ATTRA

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Turning a Concept into a Product A small local houseplant business contacted Soil Cycle because they wanted a soil amendment that could hold nutrients and water while having a fluffy texture for potted succulents. After doing some research, Lewis learned about biochar and found a partner in Bad Goat Forest Products.

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Food Tank

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

In 2013, when GAIN formed a partnership with Nidan and the Bihar Rural Livelihoods Promotion Society— JEEViKA , which is an autonomous body under the Government of Bihar’s Department of Rural Development. That guarantees both the continued production and long-term employment. It is a win-win.

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ProAg

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

ethanol production is ramping up in tandem with falling stock prices. According to Iowa State’s Center for Agricultural and Rural Development, lower corn prices and solid demand are driving the production frenzy. The post Ethanol Production Ramps Up After Labor Day Frenzy appeared first on ProAg.

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ATTRA

APRIL 8, 2024

Explore the incredible potential of mushrooms and discover additional streams of income that mushroom production can offer! This video was also produced by the National Center for Appropriate Technology through the ATTRA Sustainable Agriculture program, under a cooperative agreement with USDA Rural Development.

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NASDA

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

agricultural products to developing countries with strong growth potential. food and agricultural products. NASDA is likewise aware of the market sensitivities for certain agricultural products such as raw honey. The Emerging Markets Program helps organizations promote exports of U.S. agriculture. agriculture.

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NASDA

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

agriculture- and natural resource-based commodity products. Checkoffs were established at the urging of the producers of their respective product. Specifically, we wish to raise concerns with Amendment #1097 as submitted by Sen. Mike Lee of Utah.

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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

NSAC applauds Senator Stabenow, Senator Heinrich and other champions as they work to restore funding for the Office of Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production (OUAIP). FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition lzaks@sustainableagriculture.net Tel.

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Agwired

MARCH 12, 2025

campaign has returned for the 2025 planting and growing season to promote proper stewardship efforts around the safe usage of crop protection products. Since its 2019 inception, the campaign has educated growers and applicators about best management practices when using neonicotinoid products in both agricultural and urban settings.

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NASDA

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

4368, the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. Checkoffs were established at the urging of the producers of their respective product. Letter RE: Coalition Urges Opposition to Spartz Amendment (Submitted #113; Rules Print #76) to H.R.

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NASDA

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The need for a modernized farm bill is clear; Congress should increase baseline funding for farm programs and expand risk management tools like crop insurance, commodity programs and resources that support the domestic production of food and fiber.

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NASDA

JANUARY 30, 2024

The MTB temporarily reduces or eliminate tariffs on products that are not available in the United States. The lack of a renewal is harming manufacturers of all domestic industries, significantly raising costs and impacting products and jobs and especially impacting small and medium-sized businesses as they pay more for product inputs.

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Food Tank

MARCH 20, 2024

The organization employs young agriculturists, rural development professionals, and social workers whose knowledge and experiences they feel are key in addressing social problems across the region. Through ongoing engagement with community members, NAS began a seed banking initiative to help them work toward food sovereignty.

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ATTRA

MARCH 26, 2025

Increase Productivity One major reason to adopt tractor farming is that it makes it possible to cultivate larger areas in less time, with less hired help, and less backbreaking work. As women earn more, they can reinvest in their businesses by buying more equipment, diversifying their crops, or improving how they market their products.

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ATTRA

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

This podcast is produced by the National Center for Appropriate Technology through the ATTRA Sustainable Agriculture program, under a cooperative agreement with USDA Rural Development.

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ATTRA

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Cover Crops and Their Impact on Soil Health, Crop Productivity Weekly Wednesday Workshop: Winter Cover Crops You can also send your most pressing cover crop and soil health questions through ATTRA’s online chat, by calling 1-800-346-9140, by email , or posting it in the ATTRA forum. ATTRA.NCAT.ORG.

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ATTRA

JUNE 11, 2024

It is beneficial for their comfort and it improves their productivity , as well. Shade For all livestock species, shade is critical in making sure they remain healthy and productive throughout the summer. ATTRA’s publication, Hogs: Pastured or Forested Production , is a great resource for more information on keeping hogs happy.

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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The program supports local, state, and regional partnerships that create opportunities for beginning farmers to learn and develop business and farm production skills. Apply here ; additional details for applicants here and Rural Development priorities here. Apply here ; additional details are here.

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Food Tank

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Roland Royer , Dominica Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries, Blue and Green Economy; Fernando Mattos , Uruguay Minister of Livestock, Agriculture and Fisheries; Elena Xochitl Ramirez Reivich , Secretariat of Agriculture and Rural Development of Mexico (SADER); and Margaret Zeigler , IICA.

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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

JULY 8, 2024

On June 11, 2024, the House Agriculture Appropriations Subcommittee advanced the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act of 2025 on a party-line vote. Tailored support is essential to improve their production capacity and connect them with market opportunities.

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ATTRA

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Despite the relatively high demand of local products on school menus, there are still relatively few opportunities and resources for producers to be trained in accessing school markets. We featured the BTFS curriculum at the conference to introduce producers to different opportunities and pathways to sell their products to schools.

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ProAg

OCTOBER 19, 2023

ethanol supplies have dropped to multi-year lows due to strong demand combined with a fall in production. However, production has improved, hitting a five-week high at 1.035 million barrels per day, up 31,000 from the week prior and 19,000 from 2022. Read more on ethanol supply, production and profit here.

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Food Tank

DECEMBER 9, 2023

Víctor Manuel Villalobos Arámbula, Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development for Mexico, shared insight into the current landscape of agriculture in Mexico. Villalobos highlighted that the climate crisis has significantly affected agricultural production in Mexico for decades, reaching an alarming peak in recent years.

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Wisconsin Farmers Union

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

The Farm Bill is a comprehensive piece of legislation that addresses various aspects of agriculture and food policy, including farm subsidies, nutrition programs, conservation efforts, and rural development.

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ATTRA

AUGUST 20, 2024

The connection between soil health, fiber production, and the clothes we wear is crucial. Sustainable fashion is more than a trend; it has real benefits for rural economies, the environment, and our health. By choosing natural fibers, we support a system that values sustainability, ethical production, and environmental care.

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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

APRIL 25, 2024

Photo credit: USDA Last week, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development (RD) announced that it will partner with Reinvestment Fund, a national mission-driven financial institution, to fund 16 public-private partnerships. Thirteen of the sixteen projects include both capacity building and credit enhancement activities.

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ATTRA

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) announced the Michigan recipients of USDA’s Specialty Crop Block Grant Program. This year, the program awarded grants for marketing, production, and disease management for a range of specialty crops, including berries, hops, dry beans, asparagus, and more.

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NASDA

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

NASDA is concerned that this change could leave employers with an increase in actions on their H-2 petitions, potentially resulting in higher costs and lower productivity. gross domestic product (GDP) in 2021, a 5.4% agricultural industry, including both imports and exports of fresh produce and other products.

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NASDA

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

While responsibilities vary from state to state, all help shape agricultural policies to benefit not only farmers and ranchers, but also those who consume their products. NASDA recently caught up with NASDA President Wyoming Agriculture Director Doug Miyamoto to delve further into his responsibilities as a state agriculture director.

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ATTRA

OCTOBER 24, 2023

The result of not meeting the needs of soil life brings about the invisible killer of pasture productivity, livestock health, and profitability through soil compaction. However, there is great hope in alleviating compaction that doesn’t require taking a pasture completely out of production. Stay tuned. ATTRA.NCAT.ORG.

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Civil Eats

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Estrella “Esther” Penunia, the secretary general of the Asian Farmers’ Association for Sustainable Rural Development, called consolidation a “big problem” and talked about transforming the food system to “shift the power to the people.” Federal regulators have set limits on the metals but do not require final product testing.

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