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Vilsack recognizes distinct needs of organic producers

USDA will issue new guidance on organic agriculture.
May 15, 2013
USDA will issue new guidance on organic agriculture.
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USDA APHIS to prepare environmental impact statements on genetically engineered crops

The pesticide-resistant crops have been in use since the 1960s.
May 14, 2013
The pesticide-resistant crops have been in use since the 1960s.
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USDA to fund major research on climate variability impact on beef and dairy cows

Leading agricultural research universities will receive funds.
May 8, 2013
Leading agricultural research universities will receive funds.
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IDFA calls for specification updates in mandatory dairy product reporting

Dairy industry group calls for USDA to focus on data collection for commodity products only.
May 2, 2013
Dairy industry group calls for USDA to focus on data collection for commodity products only.
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USDA seeks nominations for Cattlemens Beef, United Sorghum Checkoff Program Boards

Nominations must be sought by June 1.
April 18, 2013
Nominations must be sought by June 1.
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USDA meat export data shows trend towards higher value, lower volume continues

Beef exports were up in value but down in volume.
April 16, 2013
Beef exports were up in value but down in volume.
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NASS to reinstate partial milk production estimates

Pressure from producers led to the change.
April 9, 2013
Other commodity reports will not be reinstated.
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Field Reports

Putting the freeze on nitrogen usage

Eliminating liquid nitrogen from the IQF process helps maintain raspberries at peak quality while saving money on consumable liquid nitrogen.
April 9, 2013

Enfield Farms, a Lynden, WA-based family-owned and operated business for more than 30 years, produces high-quality blueberries and raspberries, maintaining complete control over every aspect of its berry products.


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Battle over US sugar policy ensues

April 9, 2013

Sugar producers and confectioners are engaged in a heated lobbying battle over US sugar policy, with producers pointing to a pair of USDA reports as evidence of needed support.


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USDA opens export markets for hatching eggs, day-old chicks, dairy cattle and pears

New markets include Russia and Iraq.
April 4, 2013
New markets include Russia and Iraq.
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Food Automation & Manufacturing Conference and Expo 2013

Images from Food Automation & Manufacturing Conference and Expo in Naples, Florida, April 14-17, 2013.

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