CFB Comments on the Department of Labor rule affecting agriculture.
The United States Department of Labor is currently accepting comments on their rule that will impact how kids work on farms and ranches. By going to this link, http://www.regulations.gov/#!submitComment;D=WHD-2011-0001-0001 you can submit your comments. Below you will find the comments submitted by Colorado Farm Bureau. On behalf of Colorado Farm Bureau, the state’s largest agriculture...
Read MoreWeekly Links- 11/18
Future Farmers Look Ahead New York Times Begun 83 years ago and now known simply as the F.F.A., it is the largest vocational student group in the country, with more than half a million members and still...
Read MoreRussia’s Ascends to WTO
Russia’s recent accession into the World Trade Organization will lead to increased trade with the U.S., according to Farm Bureau. Russia’s entry into the WTO was 18 years in the making and the result of often difficult, on-again and off-again talks among Moscow and its trading partners. “Farm Bureau looks forward to our continued work with the Russian government in expanding U.S....
Read MoreYoung Farmer & Rancher Discussion Meet Schedule
Colorado Farm Bureau 2011 Annual Meeting YF&R Discussion Meet Schedule * Friday, November 18 5:30-6:30 p.m. YF&R Judges/Contestants Orientation Wind river A YF&R Discussion Meet – Round 1 Wind River A / Wind River B Saturday, November 17 8:30-9:30...
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USDA approves Christmas tree checkoff Capitol Press The USDA has approved a national checkoff program for Christmas trees that will require growers to pay 15 cents per tree to help promote the crop. Wal-Mart Stocking US Stores With Higher-Quality Beef Fox Business Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is stocking its refrigerator cases with higher-quality beef in a bid to boost food sales, sending strong ripples...
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