Grocers work to reduce food waste Wednesday, November 29 by Brownfield Ag NewsThe leader of the Wisconsin Grocers Association says the entire supply chain is concerned about food waste, and grocery retailers are doing what they can to reduce it. Brandon Scholz with the Wisconsin Grocers Association says, “Know that grocers do things to reduce... Read More.
Reps. Mann, Costa and Sens. Moran, Marshall Urge Biden Administration to Reduce Tariffs on Phosphate Fertilizers and Support Farmers Friday, October 27 by Brenna EllerBy the Office of US Congressman Tracey Mann WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representatives Tracey Mann (KS-01) and Jim Costa (CA-21) alongside U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-KS) and Roger Marshall (R-KS) led 35 of their colleagues in urging U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo to revise... Read More.
Sens. Moran, Marshall & Reps. Mann, Costa Lead Colleagues in Calling on Biden Administration to Reduce Duties on Phosphate Fertilizers Wednesday, October 25 by Brenna EllerBy the Office of US Senator for Kansas Jerry Moran WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kan.) and U.S. Representatives Tracey Mann (R-Kan.) and Jim Costa (D-Calif.) lead 35 of their colleagues in calling on U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) Secretary... Read More.
Probiotics can reduce production losses from heat stress in cattle Friday, August 4 by Brownfield Ag NewsHeat stress lowers productivity and reproduction success in beef and dairy cattle, but an animal health expert says a probiotic can be a useful tool to limit losses. Dr. Steve Lerner with Chr. Hansen tells Brownfield the function of a probiotic is to improve... Read More.
Nearly $200 million in grants awarded to reduce risk of wildfires Tuesday, March 21 by Brownfield Ag NewsThe Biden administration has announced nearly $200 million in grant funding to reduce wildfire risks. Vice-President Kamala Harris says the funding will support 100 projects in 22 states and on 7 tribal lands. “We used to talk about wildfire season, now wildfire season is... Read More.
DOE investments would advance biorefinery processing to reduce GHG emissions Tuesday, January 31 by Brownfield Ag NewsThe Department of Energy has awarded $118 million to accelerate the production of sustainable biofuels for transportation and manufacturing needs. Chris Bliley, senior vice president of regulatory affairs, with Growth Energy says the grants will help biorefineries reduce greenhouse gas emissions. “Our plants are... Read More.
Kansas Lawmakers Move to Reduce Taxes on Social Security Income Monday, January 30 by Aaron NapierTOPEKA, Kan. (KNS) - Some Kansas lawmakers want to reduce taxes on Social Security income as an incentive to keep retirees from leaving the state. The Kansas News Service reports that this change could cost the state up to $58 million in... Read More.
Japan approves its beef safeguard under trade agreement; reduce tariffs, increase demand Wednesday, November 23 by Brownfield Ag NewsJapan has approved its revised safeguard on US beef, which could prevent higher tariffs and increase demand. The updated threshold level will use a new, three-trigger safeguard mechanism to help reduce the probability that Japan will impose tariffs and help US exporters to better... Read More.
USDA proposes framework, sets meeting to reduce salmonella infections Tuesday, October 18 by Brownfield Ag NewsThe USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service has released its proposed regulatory framework to reduce salmonella infections linked to poultry products. Deputy Secretary for Food Safety Sandra Eskin says salmonella in poultry is a complex issue that must be addressed. “There are about 1.35 million... Read More.
Using technology to reduce imports of fruits and vegetables Monday, September 26 by Brownfield Ag NewsA high-tech farm company, based in Eastern Kentucky is using state-of-the-art indoor farming practices to raise popular fruits and vegetables. AppHarvest chief communications officer Travis Parman says the company is located within a day’s drive of 70% of consumers within the United States. AUDIO: Healthy... Read More.
Pork producers helping reduce emissions Wednesday, August 17 by Brownfield Ag NewsPig farmers continue to implement more sustainable agricultural practices to help improve the environment. Ben Nuelle, Public Policy Director with the Iowa Pork Producers Association, says one tenet of the “We Care” initiative is protecting natural resources. “We have these on-farm sustainability reports where... Read More.
