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Pardon me, Mr. President…
By Kent Politsch, Chief, FSA Public Affairs As their names might suggest, Gobbler and Cobbler are a couple of turkeys. They got their 15 minutes of fame the day before Thanksgiving. One turkey received a presidential pardon and both were … Continue reading
Latest Issue of MIDAS Press Provides Update on Deployment, Testing
Deployment schedules and testing updates are just a few features headlining the latest issue of the MIDAS Press. The fall issue highlights ways the MIDAS team is working to ensure organizational readiness and a higher degree of confidence in the … Continue reading
From Futile to Fertile: Midwest Farmers, Federal Partners Address Drought
The 2012 drought dried up more than just crops. For many U.S. farmers, it also dried up savings, material resources, and perhaps saddest of all, hope. “The drought of course impacted our crop yields tremendously,” said veteran Ohio dairy farmer … Continue reading
Today is Last Day to Vote in County Committee Elections
Today is the last day for producers to vote in the 2012 Farm Service Agency County Committee elections. Completed ballots must be postmarked by Dec. 3 or delivered in person to local USDA Service Centers by close of business today. … Continue reading
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Registration Opens for 2013 Agricultural Outlook Forum
Registration is now open for the 2013 Agricultural Outlook Forum. The forum, which will be held Feb. 21-22 in Arlington, Va., will feature 25 sessions with more than 85 speakers discussing issues related to risk management, food price and farm … Continue reading
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USDA Sets 5 Percent Rule for Organic Residue Testing
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has expanded the amount of residue testing required for organic products. Based on a Nov. 9 Federal Register notice, the Agricultural Marketing Service that administers the organic program will require certifying agents to annually conduct … Continue reading
Farm Income Expected to Decline But Remain Second Highest in History
U.S. farm income is expected to decline by nearly $4 billion from its all-time high in 2011, yet that number is still the second highest on record since the 1970’s, according to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. “Today’s forecast is heartening. … Continue reading
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Milk Production Remains Steady Despite Drought, Loss of Cows
Dairymen may have lost several cows due to drought, high feed prices and heat, but milk production has remained steady, according to USDA’s latest dairy report. Released last week, the report showed milk production in the 23 major states averaged … Continue reading
One Week Left to Vote in County Committee Elections
Only one week remains in the 2012 Farm Service Agency County Committee elections. Completed ballots must be returned by mail or in person to local USDA Service Centers by Dec. 3. Those who did not receive a ballot may pick … Continue reading
Only 2 Weeks Remain in County Committee Elections
Only two weeks are left in the 2012 Farm Service Agency County Committee elections. Completed ballots must be returned by mail or in person to local USDA Service Centers by Dec. 3. Those who did not receive a ballot may … Continue reading
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