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A Deeper Look: USDA’s Animal Traceability Framework

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USDA says the NAIS is out and an improved animal-disease traceability system is in the works.

Cleaning Up Brownfields

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City farmers can work with local governments and voluntary programs to clean up contamination in vacant lots for growing.

New Test More Effectively Detects Sheep Parasites

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Sheep herds can be tested for barber pole worms with a new test developed by Oregon State University and the University of Georgia.

Agriculture Department to Develop New NAIS Framework

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The USDA announced plans to develop a new system for animal-disease traceability that will focus on flexibility and collaboration.

Prepare Your Farm for Calving Season

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Take a look at cow nutrition, farm facilities and herd health to set your cows up for successful calving.

All for One and Pie for All

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Give the gift of pie on National Pie Day with the help of recipes and coupons offered by Hobby Farm Home magazine and the American Pie Council.

Texas Enacts New Cattle Regulation

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Bulls changing ownership in Texas must be trichomoniasis-free.

Urban Farming News

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Mississippi Offers Crop Variety Trials

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Farmers can use crop test results to select seeds for next growing season.

Making Food Fair

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A documentary accounts working conditions of farm workers and those who advocate fair farm-labor practices.

Get Your Backyard Poultry Calendar

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The USDA is offering its annual "Backyard Biosecurity: Keeping Your Birds Healthy” calendar for 2010.

Farmers: Apply for Hoop House Funding

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USDA’s three-year hoop house program aims to increase availability of local food.

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