Month: February 2021

Watch the CO Farm Show Scholarship Recognition Webcast Archive from Feb 28th on Facebook, YouTube & Livestream! Join Keith Maxey, Kim Eastwood & Terry Weber as they recognize each of…

Check out the Commodity Classic / NAFB Podcast Special “MENTAL HEALTH ON THE FARM” A Special Podcast Produced by Commodity Classic in Partnership with the National Association of Farm Broadcasters…

Message from Irene Etsitty, Colorado’s Acting State Director at USDA Rural Development “Moving Forward for Rural America” USDA Rural Development (RD) has received eight priorities of the new Administration: Beating…

NASDA members agree, local food businesses, increased diversity in production and protecting food and agriculture workers are key to building up a resilient food system ARLINGTON,VA–On February 25th at the National…

NASDA: State department of agriculture leaders set goal to end hunger in the United States ARLINGTON,VA–On February 25th at the 2021 Winter Policy Conference of the National Association of State Departments…

NASDA: State department of agriculture leaders build on commitment to embrace diversity in agriculture ARLINGTON,VA–On February 25th at the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture 2021 Winter Policy Conference, members…

American Lamb Board Nominations Now Open Nominations are now being sought by the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) for the American Lamb Board (ALB). The 13-member board is charged with…

Branches broke off when the ice got too heavy in Oregon, causing thousands of dollars of damage. Photo credit: Arlene Kovash

National Bison Association: Challenge Grants Fuel Opportunities to Double Support for Bison Center of Excellence Bison Producers, Supporters Step Up with $146,000 in One Day WESTMINSTER, CO (Feb. 24, 2021)…

READ the NAFB’s National Ag News for Friday, February 26th Sponsored by the American Farm Bureau Federation Vilsack Starts Second Tenure at USDA, Climate Work Begins Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack…

An Important Message from RMFU President Dr. Dale McCall regarding CO SB21-087 A message to RMFU members regarding RMFU’s stance on the Agricultural Worker’s Rights Bill Colorado SB21-087, also known as…

USDA Invests $950,060 in Distance Learning and Telemedicine Infrastructure at Fort Lewis College to Improve Education: Project will assist students in AZ, CO, and NM On February 25th, the United…

USDA Invests $42 Million in Distance Learning and Telemedicine Infrastructure to Improve Education and Health Outcomes Investments Will Benefit 5 Million Rural Residents WASHINGTON, Feb. 25, 2021 – The United States…

Newly Confirmed USDA Secretary Vilsack to Held Media Conference Call – Listen to the audio February 25, 2021 – The BARN – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack will held a media…

Don’t Miss Farmers Union’s Virtual Convention March 1st & 2nd! Join the National Farmers Union for the final session of their 119th Anniversary Convention! Members, industry professionals, policymakers, and reporters will…

National Potato Council Update: Mexico’s Supreme Court Delays Decision on U.S. Fresh Potato Imports WASHINGTON – During the February 24th hearing of the Mexican Supreme Court, the justice who authored the…

Weekly Export Sales for February 25th This report is based on individual reports submitted by private exporters and identifies outstanding sales and accumulated exports of selected U.S. agricultural commodities.  The…

USDA Radio: Vilsack Sworn In as 32nd Agriculture Secretary WASHINGTON D.C. – February 25, 2021 – USDA’s Rod Bain in with a report on Tom Vilsack being officially sworn in,…

READ the NAFB’s National Ag News for Thursday, February 25th Sponsored by the American Farm Bureau Federation AFBF: Farmers Need More Time to Apply for CFAP The American Farm Bureau…

FACT SHEET: Update on USDA Activities to Contain the COVID-19 Pandemic USDA Deploys 354 Disaster, Public Health Specialists to Assist with Federal Response WASHINGTON, Feb. 24, 2021 — In January 2021,…