Agricultural Industry News & Press Releases

2009 News Reports

July 2009

July 3 UK ag meterologist warns of livestock heat stress
July 3 Scientists examine genetic clues to help biocontrol agents last longer
July 3 Researchers identify inhibitor that controls fungal pathogen
July 3 Wheat harvest picking up speed
July 3 Nitrogen deficiency found in corn
July 3 Research shines light on Gulf of Mexico hypoxic zone
July 3 Avian bacterium more dangerous than believed
July 3 U.S. ag can feed the growing world
July 3 Pirate bug tag-team spells double trouble for thrips
July 3 Ag Secretary Vilsack announces recovery act funding for research laboratories

June 2009

June 30 Two new peach varieties
June 30 Researchers testing “one-two punch” against disease-spreading thrips
June 30 Reaping more rewards from crop residues
June 30 Peanut’s sleep habit helps farmers fight diseases
June 30 USDA and NASA to Send 4-H Flag to Space on Shuttle Launch
June 26 Cogongrass treatment cost-share program to accept applications from landowners
June 26 Safety awareness can help farmers prevent accidents, deaths
June 26 Corn Growers: New documentary attacks farming, would boost food costs
June 26 Early signs of corn stress
June 26 Breeding gentler laying hens that still produce eggs to industry standard
June 26 Late soybean planting poses unique weed, disease situations
June 26 Subcommittee reviews rural development programs
June 26 Midwest farm income in ‘08 rose second straight year
June 26 Size restrictions for postemergence herbicides in corn
June 26 NFU meets with Secretary Vilsack
June 26 Growers, check corn stands now
June 26 Watermelons can be tapped for ethanol, studies show
June 25 Wheat can face weather hazards
June 25 Senators agree to work on comprehensive rail bill
June 25 Hearing examines local and regional food aid purchases
June 25 Capitol Hill briefing: Can farmers grow enough corn for food, feed and fuel without hurting the environment?
June 25 House Agriculture to examine climate change legislation
June 23 Monsanto, BASF scientists disclose discovery of gene conferring drought tolerance in corn plants
June 23 Congressmen and corn farmers call on EPA to reconsider ethanol rules using better information
June 23 Agriculture Secretary Vilsack opens 2009 USDA farmers market season
June 23 USDA's Farm Service Agency county committee nominations start June 15
June 20 Farming with grass may be just right for 21st century
June 20 Agriculture Committee publishes climate change input from stakeholder groups
June 20 Asian soybean rust found in South Louisiana field
June 20 Don't forget to include animals in your storm plans
June 20 USDA meets President Obama's 30 day biofuels directive to help meet country's energy needs
June 18 Webinar to offer ACRE answers
June 18 Looking inside cotton cellulose
June 18 Bee-killing parasite's genome sequenced
June 18 Biofuels in Georgia
June 18 Subcommittee reviews foreign currency trading
June 10 Commentary: Should you switch from corn to soybeans?
June 10 Pass Panama trade agreements, urges NPPC
June 10 Late planted corn may not be so late
June 10 New finding helps explain how toxin harms farm animals
June 10 Phosphorus leaching differs in dairy manures
June 10 No-till shows benefits when switching from grasses to corn
June 10 Obama voices support for biofuels development; asks governors to help
June 10 Fusarium head blight is widespread in Ky. wheat
June 10 Radish oil for biodiesel
June 10 Soybean rust still not in state but is nearby
June 10 Celebrate dairy month in June
June 10 Vitamin mix helps health of farmed fish
June 10 Farmers markets help Georgians connect with local food, farmers
June 10 Safe Feed/Safe Food Certification program garners key pork committee endorsement
June 10 Census of agriculture data now available at watershed level
June 10 Fuel up with milk for June dairy month
June 10 Virginia's wheat producers expect smaller crop
June 10 USDA to conduct semiannual cattle survey in July
June 10 USDA to survey sheep and goats producers
June 10 OSU: ACRE Extension a benefit to farmers, especially wheat growers
June 10 Obama voices support for biofuels development; asks governors to help
June 10 Ag groups release statement on comprehensive rail legislative efforts
June 10 Late getting corn in the ground? Consider less nitrogen
June 10 "Junk" DNA proves to be highly valuable
June 10 Swine team creates opportunities for U.S. feed grains in China
June 10 University of Kentucky and TheHorse.com introduce equine research news
June 10 It pays to furrow dike
June 10 Celebrate turkey lovers' month throughout June
June 10 Clues on corn yields, weather conditions and climate patterns
June 9 Controversial new ad campaign asks D.C. commuters "Who's Hogging Our Antibiotics?"
June 9 Ag hours of service exemption receives strong support
June 9 Agriculture Secretary Vilsack names Hobbs and Heard as Deputy Assistant Secretaries for Administration
June 9 Managing scab in wheat
June 9 Consider old ‘adversaries’ when preparing storage facilities for wheat harvest
June 9 NFU led coalition outlines climate change opportunities
June 9 NFU renews call for support of COOL
June 9 NFU: Dairy farmers need relief
June 9 Taking alpacas for a spin
June 9 It's official: Tennessee opens new organic crops unit
June 2 Wind energy makes environmental and economic sense for two pork producers
June 2 Kirk to USMEF: Trading partners must play by rules too
June 2 Biodiesel from yeast
June 2 Climate change legislation clears House committee
June 2 At hearing on Panama FTA, Baucus urges movement
June 2 Study shows positive impact of biotech for farmers, earth
June 2 Producers, public can follow harvest on All Aboard Blog
June 2 Niche market promoters eligible for grants
June 2 Ag license plate sales help support farm transitioning
June 2 USDA announces 2008-2009 allocations for dairy export incentive program
June 1 June is Dairy Month!

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