Ashley Davenport
Opioid Crisis Called a “Silver Lining,” Catalyst For Rural Communities
For the first time in more than 30 years, the number of deaths from drug overdoses declined back in 2018. That number is estimated...
USMCA Clears Senate, Heads to President’s Desk
For most of the last year, when USMCA will be signed has been uncertain, now, it’s going to be signed by President Trump.
Earlier Thursday,...
Ag Industry Reaction to Phase One Signing
President Trump and Chinese Vice Premier Liu He have signed the Phase One trade agreement in the East Room of the White House Wednesday...
New MABA President Talks Bridge-Building, Praises “Engaged” Membership
For more than two decades, Jim Byrum has served as president of the Michigan Agribusiness Association, and now they’re welcoming a familiar face to...
Taking Proactive Approaches to Keep ASF out of Michigan, US
Wild boars in Poland roughly 20 miles from the German border have tested positive for African swine fever, or ASF. It’s the latest development...
Expect a GMO-Friendly Label Coming Soon
Consumers want to know about where their food comes from and what the ingredients are. There are many different labels on our food: gluten-free,...
USDA Raises 2019 Corn, Soybean Yields in January Report
Was the 2019 crop yields as bad as what some were expecting? According to USDA, they increased yields for corn and soybeans compared to...
Funding Secured to Help Ag Inspector Shortage at National Borders
National border security is something that can’t be overlooked when protecting agriculture and consumer health. Sen. Gary Peters (D-Mich.), ranking member of the Senate...
Michigan Pork Preparing Producers for ASF, FAD Outbreaks with Meeting Series
The Michigan Pork Producers Association (MPPA) are planning some exciting things for 2020, and they’re kicking off the new year with a partnership with...
Signing Up For The Best Option: ARC vs. PLC
In a partnership with local USDA Farm Service Agencies, MSU Extension has bene hosting a series of free meetings across the state for growers...
