Say rising prices is the result of industrial greed. Since October 2020, the prices of meat, poultry, and fish have all risen almost 12 percent, according to the…
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USDA Unveils New Micro Farm Insurance Program
Policy to support small-scale farming. The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced last week the development of the Micro Farm policy which allows local, small-scale farms to obtain simplified…
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USDA Covering Farmers’ COVID Safety Measures
Grants will cover the cost of protective equipment. The Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced over the weekend that it would begin to offer grants for farmers who implemented…
Read MoreFertilizer Shortages May Impact Food Costs
Hurricanes, supply chain issues, and natural gas shortage have contributed. Food prices are already up this year, in some areas as much as 30 percent, and now issues…
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USDA Releases Agricultural Export Forecast
Trade increased by 24 percent in 2021. The Department of Agriculture released its quarterly forecast on the status of American agricultural trade last week. The report found that…
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President’s Administration Plans Animal Farmer Protections
Agriculture Department seeks the right to repair standards. The White House announced on Tuesday that President Biden planned to sign a new round of executive orders designed to…
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USDA Offers Federal Aid to Producers
Drought prevention and conservation efforts by farmers and ranchers being supported. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has made federal aid available to farmers and ranchers in four states…
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USDA Launches Pandemic Assistance for Producers
Program to reach broader spectrum of farmers, ranchers, etc. Last week, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced the new Pandemic Assistance for Producers program being established to support…
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More Aid Coming to American Farmers
“We’ve listened to farmers,” Agriculture Secretary says. Earlier last week, President Trump announced a new round of pandemic assistance being readied for American farmers. On Friday, the Agriculture…
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Coronavirus Food Assistance Program Extended by USDA
Program producer application deadline is September 11. Free meals have been provided to millions of children during the pandemic through the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP). While the…
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