May 2007
Bill to reform H-2A introduced
Virginia Republican Rep. Bob Goodlatte introduced a bill March 29 to reform the H-2A temporary agricultural worker program.H.R. 1792, the Temporary Agricultural Labor Reform Act of 2007, would reform ... more »
General field practices can reduce risk of contamination
Beginning in July, any supplier to a USDA food or snack program will be required to pass a Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) audit with a score of 80 percent or above. The audit verifies that growers ... more »
Proposal would assure public funding for research and development
Under a new proposal, USDA would reorganize and lead in reinvigorating the uniquely American system of public funding for agricultural education, research and Extension. Called CREATE-21, it would est... more »
Yes or No?
I had an economics professor in college who would pose every statement as a question. The supply is less than the demand. Yes or no?" he would state in his thick Greek accent.He would often call on a ... more »
We're happy to provide a sampling of the articles in this issue. To receive full issues of Spudman, please subscribe.
