Remember on Friday I posted an article that said we need to hold onto our hats, GMO labeling is not going away. No, it isn't. And now these folks are headed to Washington DC.The goal now is to first petition the FDA to change their stance on GMOs in general, and require labeling. If that … [Read more...]
Reform Estate Tax to Protect Farmers & Ranchers
Another view regarding the increase in the death tax that is looming on Janurary 1. This piece by the president of the Utah Farm Bureau just asks that we keep the tax with its current exemptions and rates."According to Benjamin Franklin, death and taxes are life's only certainties. But for farmers … [Read more...]
Is Organic Agriculture “Affluent Narcissism?”
I don't usually find articles online where I think, "holy cow, this is exactly what I'm trying to say." So, when I do find one, I have to highlight it and point it out.This one is awesome. It starts on the Stanford study (showing organic is no more healthy than conventional) and fires back at all … [Read more...]
Big Election Loser: HSUS
I already reported that HSUS's Measure 5 in North Dakota failed, but apparently the group's other efforts were equally as unsuccessful. Sorry not sorry.Humane Watch updated:"While the winners of a few races from yesterday are still unclear at this point, one thing is clear: the Humane Society … [Read more...]
GMO Labeling Issue Not Going Away
While Prop 37 in California, which would have required labeling for GMO foods, was defeated, don't think that's the end of the story.It is very likely that this issue will come up over and over again. As long as TV personalities and others promote bad science, this issue will continue to pop up. … [Read more...]
CA Farm Bureau Happy Prop 37 Defeated
Statement from the California Farm Bureau, which opposed proposition 37, :"The largest organization representing California family farmers and ranchers thanked voters today for rejecting a ballot initiative that would have required foods containing genetically engineered ingredients to carry a … [Read more...]
American Farm Bureau Election Response
The election might be over, but there are still a lot of issues left hanging in the balance for American farmers. The list includes the increases in the death tax and the expiration of the Farm Bill.Here is AFBF's President Bob Stallman's response:"WASHINGTON, D.C., November 7, 2012 – “The American … [Read more...]
2012 Election Results
I have covered a few ballot proposals over the campaign season and I wanted to just give a wrap up.North Dakota's Measure 3: Passed 63% to 33%.North Dakota's Measure 5: Failed 35% to 65%.California's Prop 37: Failed 54% No to 46% Yes.I may not have liked all the other results last night, but at … [Read more...]
Hudson Case Closing Arguments Scheduled
Remember the Maryland farm that was being harassed by the WaterKeeper Alliance? The court has finally scheduled closing arguments in the case for November 30th. The judge will rule on the matter sometime in December (there was no jury in this case).This has certainly been a long, drawn out affair … [Read more...]
Iowa Sets Record Land Sale
Iowa has just broken a record...and it isn't a good one.A parcel of land roughly 80.5 acres has just sold for $21,900 an acre.Can you imagine?The previous record was $20,000 an acre.This just goes to show the devastating effects an increased estate tax can have on family farms. This farm alone is … [Read more...]
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