Associated Press ANNA, Ohio — White radishes are taking root on Tony Luthman’s farm, the start of what he hopes will create a welcome mat for the corn he plants in the spring. With taproots that can grow several feet deep, the carrot-shaped tillage or forage radishes bore holes into the ground, loosening the soil. […]
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about the Food Safety Enhancement Act of 2009 (HR 2749)
Correction 6/25/09 – see Endnote 1; Edit 7/12/09 – see Endnote 2 Note: Answers are based on the June 17 Waxman version voted out of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. [Page references are noted per this linked version.] Read the Executive Summary Sign the petition to Oppose HR 2749 Read our Response to […]
Fees or Famine
A couple of farm families in Idaho sat down and figured out how much they would have to pay in licensing and permit fees in order to keep their farmstand (also known as a Farm Market) in business for the 2009 season. In order for Steve and Wendy Smith of Spyglass Gardens to continue their Farm Market this year, they would be required to shell out $2319.50
USDA-FSIS Guidelines for Poultry Slaughter and Processing
The Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) created this guide to help small businesses and poultry producers who slaughter or process poultry for human food to determine whether the slaughter or processing operations at their businesses are eligible for exemption from Federal or State inspection. In other words, […]