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Fascinating facts about food in America, how and where it is grown and who produces it, are at your fingertips in a new resource produced by the American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture. Food and Farm Facts helps answer questions that learners of all ages may have, including "Where does our food come from and who grows it ...

Last month’s vote was a step in the right direction. That’s the sentiment from Dan Newhouse, chair of the Western Caucus, after the House Ag committee unanimously approved his Agricultural Fairs Rescue Act. The proposal would authorize $500 million for grants to be administered by the USDA’s AMS to state departments of Ag to help fairs devastated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Newhouse noted ... Rea

Aja Bridge says farmers markets are a great way to not only taste local food, but talk with those responsible for growing those products. If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail gvaagen@cherrycreekmedia... Read More ...

The USDA recently announced the largest number of school to farm grants in the Department's history. Deputy Under Secretary for Food, Nutrition, and Consumer Services Stacey Dean said $12 million in grants have been awarded to 176 project recipients in 45 states and D ...

Registration is now open for the annual Cattle Industry Convention and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Trade Show. The event is In Nashville, Tennessee, August 10-12, and filled with activities for the entire family. Cattlemen and women from around the country gather for education, entertainment, and excitement. " ...

Scott Stump has been selected as the next CEO of both the National FFA Organization and the National FFA Foundation. Stump lives on a small ranch in Colorado with his wife, Denise, and their three children. He has a background in agricultural education, career and technical education, and the FFA ...

Farm Progress will return to hosting live events with the Farm Progress Show in Decatur, IL, August 31-September 2, and Husker Harvest Days in Grand Island, NE, September 14-16. A survey done by Readex Research indicated that 84% of past show attendees will go to the show in person or plan to attend if their schedule allows it ...

If you’re interested in learn more about Yakima Valley College’s new CAMP program, the school will host a series of on-line sessions throughout February. The YVC’s College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) is funded by the U.S. Department of Education, ...

The Idaho Beef Council recently awarded the University of Idaho $250,000 to support research to strengthen consumer trust in beef production. IBC chair, Jeff Johnson, said just like in any other industry, innovation is vital for product improvement ...

The CHS Foundation will commit more than $4 million over the next three years to support FFA, Ag teachers and Ag education. FFA Communications Manager Kristy Meyer said Ag teachers are pivotal in helping form the next generation of leaders ...