Masks are the obvious protection, but the physical demands and … Read More, Next week, hundreds of hundreds of farmers, ranchers, and rural residents will gather online to speak directly with their elected representatives and administration officials as part of National Farmers Union’s (NFU) virtual legislative fly-in. Now, with trucks staying parked at home and farmers getting their coffee refills at home, farm … Read More, By Jeanne Janson, NFU Journalism Intern The last 400 years of Native American history is marred with stories of land being stolen, children being forced into boarding schools and a crusade for assimilation through the erasure of culture. Posts from the ‘National Farmers Union’ Category. By county: National Farmers’ protest | Supreme Court to hear plea against Republic Day tractor rally Karnataka Objection to smoking visuals in K.G.F Chapter 2 … Today, the scene would be unthinkable: customers hugging farmers, friends standing shoulder to shoulder, shoppers testing produce ripeness with their bare hands, families generously … Read More, By Hannah Packman, NFU Communications Director In the last 12 months, food prices at grocery stores have risen 5.6 percent –  the largest annual increase in nearly a decade. Home; 1000 Bee Web Links; BeeJokes; Bonus Pages. On October 26, the FDA hosted a webinar that gave an inside look at the progress made in the first 100 days since the Blueprint announcement in July. Posted on August 22, 2020 by Miles King. On this Indigenous Peoples’ Day, National Farmers Union (NFU) celebrates the invaluable contributions of Native Americans and the Indigenous origins of many practices currently used in … Read More, By Charlie Michel, National Farmers Union Education and Outreach Coordinator When a statewide COVID-19 lockdown upended their food safety event planning, Mary Howell and Mercedes Taylor-Puckett of Kansas Farmers Union (KFU) were quick to respond with creative solutions for delivering on-farm education to Kansas growers. Even though my days as a farm journalist are getting farther and farther behind me in … Read More, By Hannah Packman, NFU Communications Director Climate change is not a future or hypothetical problem – year after year, farmers and ranchers across the country are enduring more frequent and extreme weather events and natural disasters. Click … Read More, By Hannah Packman, NFU Communications Director As Black History Month comes to a close, National Farmers Union (NFU) is celebrating its own piece of black history: its first predominantly African American chapter. NFU National Election Results 2020 (November 28, 2020)– Katie Ward was acclaimed as President of the National Farmers Union at the 51st Annual National Convention held … The danger of uncontrolled fire was becoming particularly high as harvest time approaches, it added. It is obvious that the upturn in cereal and straw prices is a bonus to our businesses, writes Ian Sands, Chairman of NFU Scotland's Combinable Crops Committee. It’s a classic … Read More, By Tracy Heim, NFU Intern As fall transitions to winter, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is reviewing their New Era of Smarter Food Safety Blueprint implementation. Though the … Read More, By Hannah Packman, NFU Communications Director Hurricane-force winds tore through the Midwest this week, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. Contaminated water is often the culprit of produce-related food borne illnesses – but with proper precautions, it can be avoided. And, finally, a good story to tell and a megaphone to carry your voice across the farm and to your attendees. Archives. September 29, 2020 Blog By Hannah Packman, National Farmers Union Communications Director A year ago, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) abruptly relocated two of its major research agencies – the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) and the Economic Research Service) – from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City. FFAhobo's Blog. For more information on climate change and agriculture, check out NFU’s new climate website here. Posted on March 23, 2014 by Ron Miksha “Corporate profits trumping ecological needs,” according to the National Farmers Union’s own website. But in small rural towns, some farmers are adopting practices that are hallmarks of … Read More, By Hannah Packman, NFU Communications Director The U.S. This structure recognizes that every family member contributes to the farm by working on it directly, or indirectly through off-farm employment. December 3, 2019. 128 were here. Postal Service (USPS) has been experiencing financial issues for many years, but dwindling mail volume during the pandemic has made matters worse, severely cutting into the agency’s revenue. 1 October 26, 2012 The Grace of George McGovern; Email Subscription. Bees and Beekeeping Culture. Out of control costs with no end in sight. History. Do not be scared: farm-made, value-added products are alive and well in 2020. I guess I haven’t been very informed about the topic. But it’s also done what those dirt roads do: connect farmers to their communities and bring fresh, safe, and nutritious produce to friends … Read More, By Jeanne Janson, NFU Intern The answer to rapidly declining pollinator populations and the climate crisis may lie in an unexpected place: climate-friendly cow pastures. Ecological Boldness. Unlike most other government agencies, which are funded by taxpayer money, USPS funds itself with revenue from postage and postal service. Direct Action on the Badger Cull Monday, August 26th, 2013. The National Farmers' Union (NFU) is a member organisation/industry association for farmers in England and Wales. The torrent poured into the surrounding area, destroying roads, homes, businesses, dams and farmland in … Read More, By Jenny Hopkinson, NFU Senior Government Relations Representative The Senate Democrats’ Special Committee on the Climate Crisis is seeking input on how the federal government can best assist and support farmers, ranchers, and rural communities as they respond to and mitigate the effects of climate change. 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April was unseasonably cold in Central … Read More, By Rob Larew, NFU President Today, National Farmers Union is unveiling to our members a new climate change resource center as part of our effort to support sound federal policy and the efforts of U.S. family farmers and ranchers in responding to the effects of global warming. Famous Beekeepers ; Old Posts. … Read More, By Billy Mitchell, FSMA Training Coordinator  Like a moth to a glowing jack-o’-lantern, you may be drawn towards towering shelves of mass-produced candy this Halloween season and tricked into thinking that local treats are a thing of the past. I would feel very grateful if I was part of this not getting through any kind of legislative branch. Patch the pants. It is available to help Iowa farmers, ranchers and land owners improve their working lands conservation efforts, and consequently improve topsoil and nutrient retention, as well as … Read More, The Resource Stewardship Evaluation Tool (RSET) is a free program offered through National Farmers Union (NFU) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). All three are … Read More, By Hannah Packman, NFU Communications Director The farm economy was weak long before the pandemic. Episode 8 of the Food Rights Hour podcast is about the National Farmers Union’s endorsement of raw milk. By Billy Mitchell, NFU Food Safety Training Coordinator Organize the tools. That … In our Member Spotlight series, we will be sharing stories … Read More, The Resource Stewardship Evaluation Tool (RSET) is a free program offered through National Farmers Union (NFU) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). But new pandemic-related disruptions have pushed down prices even lower than they were before – so much so … Read More, By Jenny Hopkinson, NFU Senior Government Relations Representative It seems everyone in Washington is talking about agriculture’s role in combatting climate change. Skip to content. Archive for the ‘National Farmers Union’ Category. October 28, 2019 Blog By Aaron Shier, NFU Government Relations Representative and Josie Krogh, NFU Intern This blog is cross-posted on the National Farm to School website. U.S.-China Phase One Trade Deal: What’s In It for Farmers? We were delighted when the government committed the UK to being at the forefront of the global move to high-efficiency agriculture. Over the years, I have attended many National Farmers Union conventions. Tag Archives: National Farmers’ Union ← Older posts. Will Cannon … Read More, By Jeanne Janson, NFU Intern  America’s infrastructure has a climate change problem. There is still a great deal of uncertainty, but National Farmers Union’s staff is, as … Read More, With the need for a decision only days away, the coalition that successfully won a unanimous court decision against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency continued its call for the agency to not appeal the decision by launching a new social media campaign aimed at encouraging policymakers and the EPA to do the right thing. The storm, known as a derecho, passed from South Dakota to Ohio, knocking out power for more than a million people, blowing down trees, damaging buildings and grain bins, and flattening crops. During this episode, host Kimberly Hartke talks to guests David Gumpert, Mark McAfee, Hannah Smith-Brubaker, Richard R. Oswald, and Danielle Nierenberg about the National Farmers Union’s (NFU) decision to endorse this nutrient-dense beverage. You'll get the latest industry developments at home and from the EU and daily updates on our work representing our 47,000 members. Regional Director: Melanie Squires Regional Communications Adviser: David George Office Address: Agriculture House, Pynes Hill, Rydon Lane, Exeter EX2 5ST Tel: 01392 440700 Fax: 01392 440701 On Twitter: @NFUsouthwest On Instagram: nfu_southwest. Téléchargez des images premium que vous ne trouverez nulle part ailleurs. The National Farmers Union is an organization made up of farm families who share common goals, a place for farmers to work together to find solutions for the issues that they face. January 15, 2021. Join 63 other followers Email Address: Sign me up! I am COMPLETELY against this idea, it would destroy many family traditions. Through the work that is being done at the University of Tennessee and elsewhere, scientists have found that cover crops are one of … Read More, By Hannah Packman, NFU Communications Director For many Black Americans, Juneteenth is a day of celebration. A cancer at the heart of government. The Badgerland Blog. The committee is asking for details on changes needed … Read More, By Jeanne Janson, NFU Intern National Farmers Union (NFU) represents a diverse group of 200,000 family farmers and ranchers and food advocates, united by the belief that strong farm families and rural communities are vital to the health, security and economic well-being of our nation. It is available to help Iowa farmers, ranchers and land owners improve their working lands conservation efforts, and consequently improve topsoil and nutrient retention, as well as safeguard Iowa’s waterways. As an association, it serves tens of thousands of members nationwide. Clean the barn. 2011; 2010; 2009; 2008; About; Tag Archives: National Farmers Union. In … Read More, By Hannah Packman, NFU Communications Director According to new analysis published this week by NBC News, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has disproportionately helped certain kinds of farmers more than others with its Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP). Cooperatives Support American Farmers and Rural Communities. Second, some hot coffee brewing. To simplify and streamline pandemic-related decisions, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) released a new resource, the Employee Health … Read More, By Hannah Packman, NFU Communications Director Many years before the coronavirus pandemic, there were concerns that meat plant workers were at high risk of contracting contagious diseases – concerns that have only ramped up in recent months. It is incredible the amount of new information you can gather by attending the NFU sessions during convention. Bad Beekeeping Blog. Let everybody know that you are here!” food safety trainer and technical service provider Darrell McGuire shouted at the crowd. Reading time 13 minutes. Knocking on the doors of my Senators and Representatives during National Farmers Union’s Fall Legislative Fly-In, I felt the intoxicating buzz of conversations centered on things that I care about, that affect … Read More, By Alexis Dunnum, NFU Executive Assistant While some Americans may not be familiar with cooperatives, for rural Americans, cooperatives are integral to the economic and social viability of their communities. In the past … Read More, By Billy Mitchell, NFU FSMA Training Coordinator Just five short months ago, National Farmers Union (NFU) members attending the organization’s annual convention breezed through Forsyth Park Farmers Market in Savannah, Georgia. Committee on Climate Change Blog. Across the government, officials are embracing the need for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving soil health – both of which are key for addressing the climate crisis. It is the largest farmers' organisation in the countries, and has over 300 branch offices. Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. You are currently browsing the tag archive for the ‘National Farmers Union’ tag. … Read More, By Mackenzie Jeter, NFU Intern A hundred years ago, agriculture was a relatively diverse profession in the United States: a million Black farmers operated about 14 percent of the country’s farms. For decades, co-ops have provided family farmers and rural communities with everything from crop seed to broadband service. Common sense concepts lost in a maze of regulations. The National Farmers Union requests a collaborative strategy be considered that would see universities and colleges in BC, YK, NWT and AB form a learning cooperative in the Peace River Valley to advance climate adaptive agricultural solutions through organic and regenerative production methods. L'Union Nationale des Agriculteurs représente près de 250000 exploitations et ranches familiaux au travers des Etats-Unis. This year has been no different. When the nation's thoughts turn to recovery, it is crystal clear that active farming and crofting have vital roles to play writes Director of Policy Jonnie Hall. By Billy Mitchell, FSMA Training Coordinator  A mountain of paperwork just to wash your hands. 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While signup for the full event has closed, we are opening several of the fly-in sessions to the public. Brexit uncertainty does not change the major problems in Scottish farming that must be grappled with and resolved writes President Andrew McCornick. Posted on May 1, 2012 by ffahobo. Home; About the CCC; Back to the CCC website; Subscribe to feed; Tag Archive . Just another WordPress.com site. As a member of thirteen different cooperatives, … Read More, 20 F Street NW, Suite 300 | Washington, DC 20001 P: (202) 554-1600 | F: (202) 554-1654, Making Food Safety Practical and Profitable, Farmers Market Pivot and Provide Safe, Local Food Systems. Facts on how to tackle climate change and adapt to it. NBFA's education and advocacy efforts have been focused on countless things to help impr Today, there are just 48,000 Black farmers – a 95 percent decline … Read More, By Billy Mitchell, NFU Food Safety Training Coordinator Built on Booker T. Washington’s practice of taking educational opportunities to rural areas, designed by George Washington Carver, and financed by Morris Jesup, Jesup Wagons were “moveable schools” that delivered the university classroom experience to farmers across Alabama. In Wisconsin, … Read More, By Jeanne Janson, NFU Intern To understand how to build thriving rural communities, all we need to do is consider the ground beneath our feet. The National Farmers Union represents nearly 250,000 family-owned farms and ranches across the USA. In 1969 the provincial unions (except for Alberta) dissolved and the NATIONAL FARMERS UNION became the national organization. National Farmers Union criticized the "far-right insurrectionists" who stormed the Capitol. Back in 1906, they were horse-drawn wagons but gradually evolved with the … Read More, By Melanie Arthur, NFU Intern Pre-pandemic, you needed a few essential things to host an on-farm tour or educational event. But these are no ordinary circumstances: a global pandemic has upended modern life as we know it. New chall → National Farmers Union. NRCN-member, the National Farmers Union (NFU), has partnered with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) to produce an online booklet to support farmers in preventing and reporting cybercrime. For years, chronic overproduction  has severely depressed commodity prices. The publication asserts that the agency “favored large, industrialized farms over smaller, diversified ones, provided loopholes … Read More, By Hannah Packman, NFU Communications Director Brazilian company JBS, the world’s largest beef and pork processor, plans to buy the second largest lamb processing facility in the United States and use it to process beef instead, drawing concern from farmers, legislators, and anti-trust advocates. Trouvez la perfection en matière de photos et images d'actualité de National Farmers Union sur Getty Images. The move forced dozens of experienced employees to quit, taking their expertise … Read More, By Melanie Arthur, NFU Intern The Covid-19 pandemic has created new challenges for our food system, especially for those operating or working on farms or in food facilities. Alabama farmers and ranchers – who had drove their vehicles up to the Bethel Spring Missionary Baptist Church to hear speakers present … Read More, By Tracy Heim, NFU Intern On the second Monday of every October, Indigenous Peoples’ Day is celebrated across the United States to honor the original inhabitants of the Americas. Healthy soil is complex mixture of organic and inorganic elements: clay and sand, worms and fungi, plant matter, and minerals. Every member of the farm family – including children ages 14 to 21 – are full voting members of the Union. Opinions and Comments about badgers in the news in the UK . Tag: National Farmers Union Eating sustainably – how consumers can support British farmers. National Farmers Union President Roger Johnson on Tuesday issued a statement ending his 11-year tenure as head of the organization. There’s a little good news from farm country. Observed on June 19th, the holiday commemorates the day that the last slaves were freed in the United States in 1865 – two-and-a-half years after President Abraham Lincoln ordered their independence with the Emancipation Proclamation and two months after the … Read More, The Resource Stewardship Evaluation Tool (RSET) is a free program offered through National Farmers Union (NFU) and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). Home; About ← Mentor. By Charlotte Smith, President of Northwest Farmers Union If you had told me 15 years ago that I’d have a thriving raw milk dairy and diversified farm, I’d have laughed in your face! The issue of the politics of farming has been a long term plan for about 10,000 farmers in the upper echelons of the NFU’s 55,000 members. Building a better food system for farmers, eaters, rural communities, and the environment. A primary challenge was reaching producers in cities like Wichita, … Read More, By Hannah Packman, National Farmers Union Communications Director A year ago, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) abruptly relocated two of its major research agencies – the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) and the Economic Research Service) – from Washington, D.C. to Kansas City. So said Roger Johnson, the president of the National Farmers Union (NFU), in opening the grassroots organization’s 2019 annual convention in March. First, a place for people to park. Posted on June 14, 2016 by Miles King. In California, dozens of fires have burned through hundreds of thousands of acres, destroying farm … Read More, By Billy Mitchell, NFU FSMA Training Coordinator The term “urban farming” evokes images of gleaming greenhouses scattered across New York rooftops, shipping containers full of greens in Charleston, South Carolina, or raised beds in the shadow of the Oakland A’s stadium. Global trade disputes that eroded export markets certainly didn’t help, nor did corporate control of the agriculture industry. This summer, there was a … Read More, By Brittany Olson, Wisconsin Farmers Union Member This piece originally ran in the September/October issue of Wisconsin Farmers Union News and is available for distribution. Unfortunately, this has become a sort of … Read More, By Melanie Arthur, NFU Intern “Parking lot, go ahead and blow your horns. Learn more about the Rural Voices project at www.wisconsinfarmersunion.com/rural-voices or on the WFU blog. 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