Nation Feb 21 U.S. agriculture booms to record highs American agriculture has experienced a boom, with market values of crops, livestock and total agricultural products reaching record highs even as the amount of U.S. farmland declined, according to a new government survey.
Nation Feb 18 U.S. olive oil producers urge Congress to impose stricter import standards Need olive oil? American shoppers are more likely to pick a European brand, which is cheaper and viewed as more authentic than U.S.-produced olive oil. But U.S. producers contend that "extra virgin" olive oil from Europe may not be as…
Politics Feb 04 Congress-approved farm bill makes its way to President Obama WASHINGTON — Congress has given its final approval to a sweeping five-year farm bill that provides food for the needy and subsidies for farmers. Ending years of political battles, the Senate on Tuesday sent the measure to President Barack Obama,…
Politics Jan 29 In 251-166 vote, House passes compromised farm bill and sends to the Senate The House has passed an almost $100 billion-a-year, compromise farm bill that would make small cuts to food stamps and continue generous subsidies for the nation's farmers.