Podcasts about farm subsidies

In this week's episode, Tracy sits down with journalist and author Brian Reisinger to discuss one of the most pressing — yet overlooked — issues in agriculture today: how farmers continually get caught in the crossfire of government policy, global trade, and economic upheaval. Brian is the author of the powerful book Land Rich, Cash Poor: My Family's Hope and the Untold History of the Disappearing American Farmer, which traces the historical and ongoing struggles of farmers against a backdrop of political decisions that too often leave them behind. From the trade wars and tariffs of today to policy decisions made over a century ago, Tracy and Brian explore the deep and often devastating connection between government policy and farm economics. They unpack how the American farmer has repeatedly gotten the short end of the stick—despite feeding the world.

After parliament was recalled on Saturday to save British Steel's Scunthorpe plant, Alun Davies National Secretary for Steel for Community Union is with us with a Welsh steel worker's reaction. Ian Williams, long time foreign correspondent and author of Vampire State: The Rise and Fall of the Chinese Economy tells us what the US-Chinese trade war means for the rest of us. Chief Political Editor of DW news Michaela Kuefner explains how and why German politicians made a coalition deal as quickly as possible. Guto Bebb, CEO of the FUW says that changing the way farming subsidies are paid is bad for Welsh agriculture. And Jill Rundle, chair of the national federation of the Women's Institute in Wales talks about all the WIs campaigns. Sarah Jones, Vicar of St John the Baptist church in Cardiff and Cllr George Carroll, leader of the Vale of Glamorgan's conservatives are in the studio to review the papers with our presenter, Vaughan Roderick.

In this episode of Talk Dirt to Me, we're tackling some burning listener questions. Which head catch is better—C&B or Priefert? We break down the pros and cons of each. Then, we dive into whether starting up in alfalfa is a viable way to make a living in today's market. Plus, we double down on a message we've preached before—run whatever equipment works best for you, no matter the age. But the big topic of the day? Farm subsidies. This is hands down one of the most misunderstood aspects of agriculture, so we take a deep dive into how much farmers actually get, who benefits the most, and why the public perception is often way off base. And in our Made in America segment, we're highlighting Freeze Miser, a product built to protect water lines and keep your operation running in the cold. Highlighted Made in America Company/Product: https://www.freezemiser.com/  Agzaga is the official sponsor of Talk Dirt to Me! It is the ultimate online farm store. American owned and operated. Go check out their site and get what you need. Be sure to use the code TALKDIRT to get 10% off your order! Visit them at: https://agzaga.com  If you enjoy this episode then please leave us a review and share this episode with your friends! Follow us on social media: Talk Dirt to Me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkdirtpodcast/  Bobby Lee: Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=hurricane%20creek%20farms Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/hurricanecreekfarm/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/c/HurricaneCreekFarms Logan: Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/LHFarmsTN Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/lo.hanks/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqYpTjKQtOMABFOc2Aw3_Ow 

Matt and Evan Curtin make the case that farm subsidies should encourage landowners to provide public access.

Welcome to episode 49  of Growers Daily! We cover: A Guide to bird flu for small farmers, why I don't own a tractor, and where to get farm and market garden updates.    Links from this episode:    Bird Flu USDA hotline - 1-866-536-7593 Chris Newman Video on Farm Subsidies: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EY5rTMGRPJY&t=625s Canadian Teenage with Birdflur: https://www.medpagetoday.com/special-reports/features/113321#:~:text=Canadian%20public%20health%20officials%20closed,was%20released%20from%20the%20hospital. UVM guide to Bird Flu for backyard poultry: https://extension.umn.edu/poultry-health/avian-influenza-basics-noncommercial-poultry-flock-owners#:~:text=Tremors,Laying%20down%20and%20pedaling Sings in dairy cattle: https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/animal-health-and-welfare/animal-health/avian-influenza/avian-influenza-virus-type-h5n1-us-dairy-cattle#:~:text=Tests%20so%20far%20indicate%20that,of%20cows%20within%20a%20herd. CDC updates on Bird Flu outbreak: https://www.cdc.gov/bird-flu/situation-summary/index.html       Support our work (

Mike Ferguson in the Morning 12-10-24 Caroline Melear, a fellow for R Street’s Finance, Insurance and Trade team, talks about ending farm subsidies for ultra-processes foods. Caroline states that "Prioritizing the health of Americans is essential for the health of the nation, and now is the time to do it." Caroline's column on this issue is here: https://www.rstreet.org/commentary/end-farm-subsidies-for-ultra-processed-foods/ More articles from Caroline here: https://www.rstreet.org/commentary/end-farm-subsidies-for-ultra-processed-foods/ More on R Street here: https://www.rstreet.org/ NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewsTalkSTL Livestream 24/7: bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Jared dives into the controversial world of government farm subsidies. Alongside fellow ranchers, he pulls back the curtain to explore the hidden perils of these financial interventions. Listen in for a lively discussion that challenges assumptions and explores the potential unintended consequences of subsidy programs. Join our next LIVE event on May 14-15, 2024. Register at https://www.events.agsteward.co/Cato Institute August 2023Cutting Federal Farm Subsidies | Cato Institute“Nothing is so permanent as a temporary government program” – Milton Friedman"Nothing is so permanent as a temporary government program" - Milton Friedman - Economics HelpThe proper role of government ET BensonThe Proper Role of Government and The Law: Also, A Look at Agency, Freedom & Liberty, and the Constitution & Our Responsibility

Diets Impact On Climate Change And Natural Resources Join Ocean Robbins, Gerard Bisshop, and Glen Merzer as they delve into a crucial discussion about the significant impact of our diets on climate change and natural resources. This enlightening conversation examines how our food choices directly influence environmental sustainability, biodiversity, and health. Get insights into how a shift towards plant-based diets could significantly alleviate the environmental burdens we face today. Don't miss out on this critical conversation about the intersection of nutrition and environmental responsibility. #ClimateChange #PlantBasedDiet #SustainableLiving Disclaimer:Medical and Health information changes constantly. Therefore, the information provided in this podcast should not be considered current, complete, or exhaustive. Reliance on any information provided in this podcast is solely at your own risk. The Real Truth About Health does not recommend or endorse any specific tests, products, procedures, or opinions referenced in the following podcasts, nor does it exercise any authority or editorial control over that material. The Real Truth About Health provides a forum for discussion of public health issues. The views and opinions of our panelists do not necessarily reflect those of The Real Truth About Health and are provided by those panelists in their individual capacities. The Real Truth About Health has not reviewed or evaluated those statements or claims. 

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[Part 2] What Farm Subsidies Are and Why They Matter, Explained by Björn Ólafsson at SentientMedia.org   Original post: https://sentientmedia.org/why-are-farmers-subsidized/  Related Episodes: 405: We Need Price Parity Between Vegan and Non-Vegan Foods 307: The Twisted History of Milk in America 192: Biden Pledges $1 Billion to Meat Farmers. Why Not Invest in Plant Protein? 77: Why White House Must Call for Cutting US Meat Production to Tackle Climate Crisis    Sentient Media is a nonprofit news organization that is changing the conversation around animal agriculture across the globe. They seek to create and sustain a sense of global urgency about the agriculture industry's impact on the climate crisis, extraction of natural resources and systematic exploitation of the fringes of society. They're doing this through critical commentary, investigative journalism, creating resources, strengthening the journalist and advocate community, partnering with publishers and holding the media accountable when it fails to report on the most pressing issues of our time.    How to support the podcast: Share with others. Recommend the podcast on your social media. Follow/subscribe to the show wherever you listen. Buy some vegan/plant based merch: https://www.plantbasedbriefing.com/shop  Follow Plant Based Briefing on social media: Twitter: @PlantBasedBrief YouTube: YouTube.com/PlantBasedBriefing  Facebook: Facebook.com/PlantBasedBriefing  LinkedIn: Plant Based Briefing Podcast Instagram: @PlantBasedBriefing   #vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #farmsubsidies  

[Part 1] What Farm Subsidies Are and Why They Matter, Explained by Björn Ólafsson at SentientMedia.org   Original post: https://sentientmedia.org/why-are-farmers-subsidized/    Sentient Media is a nonprofit news organization that is changing the conversation around animal agriculture across the globe. They seek to create and sustain a sense of global urgency about the agriculture industry's impact on the climate crisis, extraction of natural resources and systematic exploitation of the fringes of society. They're doing this through critical commentary, investigative journalism, creating resources, strengthening the journalist and advocate community, partnering with publishers and holding the media accountable when it fails to report on the most pressing issues of our time.    How to support the podcast: Share with others. Recommend the podcast on your social media. Follow/subscribe to the show wherever you listen. Buy some vegan/plant based merch: https://www.plantbasedbriefing.com/shop  Follow Plant Based Briefing on social media: Twitter: @PlantBasedBrief YouTube: YouTube.com/PlantBasedBriefing  Facebook: Facebook.com/PlantBasedBriefing  LinkedIn: Plant Based Briefing Podcast Instagram: @PlantBasedBriefing   #vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #farmsubsidies  

The US is a corn superpower. Over the past few decades, corn has infiltrated all sorts of things, from soda pop and snacks to your own gas tank. But how did it get this way? In tonight's episode, Ben, Matt and Noel dive deep into the strange world of agribusiness conspiracies in what just may be their corniest episode yet.They don't want you to read our book.: https://static.macmillan.com/static/fib/stuff-you-should-read/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brexit produced a once a generation chance to create a wholesale reform of agricultural subsidies. Kai Heron works through what the UK's new farm subsidy plan reveals about the politics of food system transformation.  Episode Links Kai Heron on Twitter You can't eat profits: A democratic vision for England's tormented farmlands. The New Statesman By Kai Heron, Alex Heffron and Rob Booth Climate Leninism and Revolutionary Transition.  Spectre Journal. Kai Heron and Jodi Dean ELMS description from DEFRA Indonesian farm workers in the UK and debt bondage History of the World in Seven Cheap Things WWF FOI on Uk's climate targets Eric Ross, The Malthus Factor US food policy and Haitian rice Women: The Last Colony: Maria Mies,  Veronika Bennholdt-Thomsen, Claudia von Werlhof The Classical Agrarian Question: Myth, Reality and Relevance Today: Sam Moyo On carbon markets and their overhype: The Value of a Whale, Buller Sustain on ELMs Climate apartheid Mark Fisher Capitalist Realism Rosa Luxemburg Reform or Revolution Nancy Fraser on Polanyi Maria Mies on subsistence Public Common Partnerships, Commonwealth Kai on the banana discourse Right to Roam campaign England Landscapes is produced by Adam Calo. A complete written transcript of the episode can be found at Adam's newsletter: Land Food Nexus   Send feedback or questions to adamcalo@substack.com Music by Blue Dot Sessions: “Kilkerrin” by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue).

POLICY SEMINAR Farm Subsidies and International Trade Rules MAY 25, 2023 - 9:30 TO 11:00AM EDT The 1994 Agreement on Agriculture, which emerged from the Uruguay Round, imposed the first real international trade disciplines on agriculture, including rules on market access, export subsidies, and domestic support. However, no further progress was made at the Doha Round. Today, many WTO members continue to seek tighter constraints on trade-distorting domestic support, while others seek more room for producer support related to developing countries' food stocks. With the next WTO ministerial conference (MC13) scheduled for February 2024, it remains to be seen if progress will be made on these critical issues. This trade policy seminar will provide a review and future-oriented discussion on domestic support, featuring Lars Brink and David Orden, authors of the recently published book Agricultural Domestic Support under the WTO: Experience and Prospects. The authors will examine the domestic support disciplines in the Agreement on Agriculture, the support governments provide, and the accommodation of support that targets sustainability and climate change goals. Taking recent dispute settlement cases into account, they will evaluate one of the most difficult aspects of the Agreement — the measurement of market price support. Their presentation will be followed by comments from international trade experts and a Q&A session. The Domestic Support Issues and Prospects The Rules and Shifting Provision of Support: Lars Brink, Independent Policy Advisor Problematic Measurement of Market Price Support: David Orden, Professor of Agricultural and Applied Economics, Virginia Tech Discussion Panel State of Negotiations at the WTO: Edwini Kessie, Director, WTO Agriculture and Commodities Division Green Box Rules, Sustainability and Climate Change Mitigation: Valeria Piñeiro, Acting Head of the Latin American region & Senior Research Coordinator, IFPRI Adjudicating Compliance with Domestic Support Disciplines: Christian Lau, International Trade Lawyer Moderator Joseph Glauber, Senior Research Fellow, IFPRI More about this seminar: https://www.ifpri.org/event/farm-subsidies-and-international-trade-rules Subscribe IFPRI Insights newsletter and event announcements at www.ifpri.org/content/newsletter-subscription LINKS Book: Agricultural Domestic Support Under The WTO: Experience And Prospects: https://www.cambridge.org/us/academic/subjects/law/international-trade-law/agricultural-domestic-support-under-wto-experience-and-prospects?format=HB&isbn=9781316514054 Blog: Farm Subsidies And International Trade Rules: https://www.cambridgeblog.org/2023/03/farm-subsidies-and-international-trade-rules/

Welcome to the last day of September. We’ve got a great lineup for you on RealAg Radio! You’ll hear a Beef Market Update with Anne Wasko, of the Gateway Livestock Exchange. And, since its Friday — we’ve got a RealAg Issues Panel for you, featuring Lyndsey Smith and Kelvin Heppner of RealAgriculture, and host Shaun... Read More

Welcome to the last day of September. We’ve got a great lineup for you on RealAg Radio! You’ll hear a Beef Market Update with Anne Wasko, of the Gateway Livestock Exchange. And, since its Friday — we’ve got a RealAg Issues Panel for you, featuring Lyndsey Smith and Kelvin Heppner of RealAgriculture, and host Shaun... Read More

#060: Dairy farmer Francis Thicke returns to share a behind the scenes (in the field) look into how he manages his cows and pasture on his organic, grass-fed creamery in Iowa. He also discusses operations that run counter to his family-farm approach; the large-scale confinement dairies  also selling milk under the USDA organic label, who utilize an industrial-factory approach with the help of some key government subsidies.Francis Thicke owns and operates Radiance Dairy in Fairfield, Iowa with his wife Susan, which produces milk, cream, cheese, and yogurt on site . He has worked for the USDA as a soil scientist and has served on the National Organic Standards Board. Francis currently serves on the Real Organic Project Executive Board.To watch a video version of this podcast with access to the full transcript and links relevant to our conversation, please visit:https://www.realorganicproject.org/francis-thicke-importance-of-a-farmer-led-system-episode-sixtyThe Real Organic Podcast is hosted by Dave Chapman and Linley Dixon, engineered by Brandon StCyr, and edited and produced by Jenny Prince.The Real Organic Project is a farmer-led movement working towards certifying 1,000 farms across the United States this year. Our add-on food label distinguishes soil-grown fruits and vegetables from hydroponically-raised produce, and pasture-raised meat, milk, and eggs from products harvested from animals in horrific confinement (CAFOs - confined animal feeding operations).To find a Real Organic farm near you, please visit:https://www.realorganicproject.org/farmsWe believe that the organic standards, with their focus on soil health, biodiversity, and animal welfare were written as they should be, but that the current lack of enforcement of those standards is jeopardizing the ability for small farms who adhere to the law to stay in business. The lack of enforcement is also jeopardizing the overall health of the customers who support the organic movement; customers who are not getting what they pay for at market but still paying a premium price. And the lack of enforcement is jeopardizing the very cycles (water, air, nutrients) that Earth relies upon to provide us all with a place to live, by pushing extractive, chemical agriculture to the forefront.If you like what you hear and are feeling inspired, we would love for you to join our movement by becoming one of our 1,000  Real Friends:https://www.realorganicproject.org/real-organic-friends/To read our weekly newsletter (which might just be the most forwarded newsletter on the internet!) and get firsthand news about what's happening with organic food, farming and policy, please subscribe here:https://www.realorganicproject.org/email/

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California ag producers feeling impact of supply chain delays, and European Union approves biggest reforms to farm subsidies in decades.

The Georgia Foundation for Agriculture continues investment in college scholarships for ag students, and European Union approves reforms to farm subsidies.

The continuing crisis on pig farms: George Eustice tells us the Government has done what was asked of it, but the National Pig Association says it needs more help. An invasive tree beetle has been discovered at 13 sites across Kent and East Sussex. It attacks spruce trees, initially weaker ones but it can spread to mature healthy trees, including pine and now a mass felling operation has begun to eradicate it. This week here we're looking at the new post-Brexit farm subsidy systems being planned for England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Agriculture is devolved so the different parts of the UK have different approaches. Today Dr Ruth Little from Sheffield University says the new schemes for England could be brilliant if the Government can get enough farmers to take part. Presented by Charlotte Smith and produced by Beatrice Fenton.

In another episode by Noteworthy, Susan Daly speaks to journalist Ella McSweeney and reporter Niall Sargent about how the EU's agri-subsidies (Common Agricultural Policy, CAP) are encouraging farmers to cut back on nature. The Explainer is brought to you by The Journal. Providing open access to valuable journalism in Ireland has been the aim of The Journal for a decade. You can contribute to ensure we can keep questioning, investigating, debunking, explaining and informing at https://www.thejournal.ie/contribute/

One of my goals with this podcast is for us all to grow a deeper connection with where our food comes from, and that includes me. In an effort to shed light on some of the most common misconceptions we have about our food systems, I wanted to dig into the subject of agricultural subsidies. This is NOT an easy subject to tackle, even at a high level, because of the myriad of complexities and the different number of programs. But, I'll do my best here to share what I've learned and maybe help give you a better understanding of what, and who, is being subsidized. Like what we're doing here? Support us on Patreon! Your monthly contribution goes a long way toward helping us develop new content, book guests, upgrade equipment, and more. Head to https://patreon.com/justgrowsomething to see how you can support this podcast while getting a little something in return. Don't forget to send in your gardening questions for our next Can You Dig It? episode! Email your question to grow@justgrowsomethingpodcast.com or leave a voice message at the link below. Resources in this episode: Federal Crop Insurance Corporation https://www.ers.usda.gov/topics/farm-practices-management/risk-management/government-programs-risk/ https://www.ers.usda.gov/agricultural-act-of-2014-highlights-and-implications/dairy-livestock/ Federal farm subsidies: What the data says https://www.econlib.org/library/Enc/AgriculturalSubsidyPrograms.html https://farm.ewg.org/cropinsurance.php https://www.downsizinggovernment.org/agriculture/subsidies https://www.thebalance.com/farm-subsidies-4173885 https://www.ers.usda.gov/webdocs/publications/45868/17034_err47b_1_.pdf --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justgrowsomething/message

Hannah Quinn Mulligan, Journalist with the Farmers Journal, on the Tim Cullinane, President of the IFA, on the CAP Agreement.

The new coronavirus relief stimulus package passed by Congress and signed by President Trump will introduce $20-per-acre farm subsidies. Experts say it will help Montana farmers, but might not be the fix farmers want.

This week on the show, we hear how new measures in the UK will use English farms to address environmental problems. But not everyone is convinced that the new scheme will work. We also explore the environmental toll of our consumption, especially our digital gadgets. And we take a look at the emotional toll online activism can take on environmentalists.

It's the biggest shake-up to English agriculture in a generation. As millions of pounds of EU farming subsidies come to an end, English farms will now have to apply for grants to help with carbon capture, improved animal welfare and implementing environmentally-beneficial projects. But will the new scheme work?

As we leave the EU, farmers will also be leaving the subsidies they've been receiving under the Common Agricultural Policy. Instead the Government wants to reward them for environmental schemes. Defra Secretary of State George Eustice says he wants to give farmers incentives for more sustainable land management. He says the changes will be phased in and the new system will support innovation and productivity and cut red tape. Social distancing is damaging mountain landscapes. The National Trust for Scotland says walkers are leaving footpaths as they try to stay two metres apart and it's wearing the hillsides away.

Today from Texas Warren Tongate joins Trent and Andrew to discuss subsidies. Rob Peter to pay Paul isn't that the real answer? Finally what percentage of U.S. Farm subsidies go to the top 10% revenue earning farms?

Has the US exceeded its WTO commitment to limit trade distorting with over US$30 billion in farm subsidies? Dairy Companies Association of New Zealand Executive Director Kimberly Crewther has more. To watch to the full-length interviews and to contact the show visit www.sarahperriam.com

Prior to Franklin D. Roosevelt farmers were dependent on supply and demand of farm products. Since the New Deal what has happened? Today with the leading farm subsidy crop insurance are we beyond them all going away? I think a great discussion on the topic here today.

Kia ora,Welcome to Monday's Economy Watch where we follow the economic events and trends that affect New Zealand.I'm David Chaston and this is the International edition from Interest.co.nz.Today we lead with news China has a big problem with mortgage foreclosures.But first, in a sign of a recovered economy, the upcoming Golden Week holiday (October 1-7) is expected to raise the total number of domestic flight trips made during the holiday to more than 15 million, a +10% rise from last year. Of course, some of that will be because many international destinations are not open, but still, the bulk of Golden Week travel is domestic anyway.And staying in China, new official data claims that their digital economy accounted for over two-thirds of China's GDP growth in 2019 from about one third of all its economic activity.But all is not well there. In 2018, a data service reported 180,000 home foreclosures in China. In 2019 the same source reported 300,000. To the middle of September 2020 they are saying 1.25 mln homes were foreclosed on by banks in China as vast numbers of people struggled with meeting mortgage payments due to "deteriorating job prospects and shrinking income". How credible the source is, is up for conjecture, but it is part of the giant Alibaba service. You would think they would know.And the grain price rise in China is attracting speculators, accentuating their problems with low domestic supply and high import demand.In Japan, like everyone else, they are making no progress reigniting inflation, partly because of fiscal policies. Japan's core consumer prices fell at their fastest pace in almost four years in August, dragged down mostly by government-sponsored discounts for domestic travel aimed at supporting the battered tourism sector. Now, also like everyone else, they are shifting the goalposts to include jobs growth as a core monetary policy mandate.In the US, the latest poll of consumer sentiment remains very negative year-on-year (-15%) but improved in September from August. Things are even more negative year-on-year about current economic conditions (-19%) but less so for future expectations (-12%).The US Fed balance sheet is rising again, up +$54 bln in the last week to September 16 and the fastest rise in 15 weeks. In the period from mid-May to early July, it was well over $7 tln and then fell back steadily. Now it is back up sharply to US$7.06 tln. A rise like this indicates the Fed mandarins think their economy and financial system is in need of enhanced support.And surging deposits and declining lending are driving banks to dramatically increase their holdings of US Treasury bonds, underpinning support for their bond market at a time of unprecedented government borrowing. And that support in significant.The US Administration raised its agricultural subsidies overnight by another US$14 bln in what has been described a "vote-buying".Prospects for economic support from Congressional fiscal action is fading fast as Republicans block any meaningful aid. Oddly Democrats, and now the Trump Administration seem willing to act.The S&P500 futures trading suggests that Wall Street will open -1% lower tomorrow.In Australia, which currently has about 1 mln unemployed, industrial action on the Sydney waterfront has the potential to add many more. Wharf workers are striking, and now major shipping lines are refusing to dock in the face of endless cargo unloading delays. Diversion to Melbourne is a poor option because of limited operations there in their pandemic restrictions.Of course, it is not all bad in Australia. Despite their recession, business is booming across farms amid drought breaking rains and rising commodity prices.The latest global compilation of COVID-19 data is here. The global tally is 30,859,000 and up +562,000 in two days. Global deaths now exceed 959,000.Just under a quarter of all reported cases globally are in the US, which is up 84,000 in two weekend days to 6,987,000. In Australia, there have now been 26,898 COVID-19 cases reported, and that is just +37 more cases from Saturday. Deaths however are up at 849. The UST 10yr yield is still at 0.70% and unchanged since the end of trading on Wall Street. The price of gold will start today down -US$4 at US$1949/oz.Oil prices are little-changed today at US$41/bbl in the US while the international price is down slightly, to just on US$43/bbl.The Kiwi dollar is starting the week firmer at 67.7 USc and almost +1c higher than this time last week. Against the Australian dollar we are unchanged in a week at 92.7 AUc. Against the euro we are up at 57.1 euro cents and a +½% appreciation in a week. That means our TWI-5 has risen to 70.5.The bitcoin price is a little-changed today, still at US$10,898 and very similar to where we left it on Saturday.You can find links to the articles mentioned today in our show notes.And get more news affecting the economy in New Zealand from interest.co.nz.Kia ora. I'm David Chaston. We will do this again, tomorrow. 

We have a good conversation about some terrifying national debt and farm subsidy numbers. Covid19 continues to be a growing concern with our listeners, so delved back into that crisis. Honey bees provided a bit of happiness at the end of our podcast as we detailed a bit of our five-part series I am writing for CritterFacts.com

In episode 4 we talk with Connie Spence, an outspoken vegan and anti-oppression activist whose work addresses a range of justice issues. In this podcast we will discuss using creative tactics in vegan activism, systemic racism in the food system, and unjust farm subsidies. Connie Spence is the founder of Vegan Justice League and the Agriculture Fairness Alliance. The Vegan Justice League educates vegan advocates about the issue of farm subsidies, and the Agricultural Fairness Alliance is a federal lobbying group influencing legislation to bring fairness back to farm policy by ending subsidies and bailouts. Connie has utilized creative tactics in her vegan activism. Using a large stage light, Connie has projected vegan messages onto buildings that could be seen from half a mile away. These seven-story tall projections have been shown in diverse locations such as on the Staples Center, on Las Vegas hotels, on freeways in Los Angeles, and many other prominent locations. Now, through her two sister organizations, she is dedicated to educating the community about how the food system is monopolized and rigged by livestock farmers and what we need to do to solve it. Agriculture Fairness Alliance is sponsoring federal legislation that will divert subsidies to programs that help struggling animal farmers transition to sustainable, plant-based, cruelty-free farming. Learn more about how to support this legislation here.

Make no mistake -- being a farmer is hard work. Farming outfits often have to carry a huge amount of risk from one season to the next, and any number of things may ruin their prospects, from unexpected weather, market volatility and so on. To mitigate these dangers, world governments often provide funding, or subsidies, to agribusiness in order to lower risk and increase chances of farmers staying in business. In the US, these subsidies are a multi-billion dollar industry... but where does all that money actually go? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Host and American Family Farmer, Doug Stephan www.eastleighfarm.com begins with the disappointing news that farmers are upset that much of President Trump's Farm Subsidies payouts went to convicted felons and others that have committed fraud. In good news, Christmas Tree Farmers have doubled their sales from the previous year. Next, Doug introduces us to Tanner Klemcke, an English major, who along with his wife Catherine, with a Pharma background, became owners of the 1915 Farm. www.1915farm.com With their combined efforts focused on grass-fed and pasture raised meats - and sharing the beautiful story of sustainable agriculture. They have built their business through social platforms and word of mouth. Finally, Doug opines about encouraging women to take a more active role in farming and ranching.

Is the European farm subsidy system being left vulnerable to corruption? Each year the EU pays out billions of euros to landowners. But a New York Times investigation found that in parts of Eastern Europe, EU farm subsidies have created what it calls a "new kind of feudalism". We speak to the New York Times investigative reporter Matt Apuzzo, and we hear a response from the European Commission's agricultural policy spokesperson Daniel Rosario. Producer: Joshua Thorpe. (Picture: A combine harvester on a corn field. Credit: Getty Images).

Every minute, an estimated one million dollars of public money is funneled toward farm subsidies around the world. Critics say these payouts pervert the economies of supply and demand, hide the true cost of foods and harm the health of both us and the planet. Jeremy Oppenheim, founder and managing partner of SYSTEMIQ, and Dr. Ann Thrupp, director of the California Food Is Medicine Coalition and founder of Down-to-Earth Innovations, join WorldAffairs co-host Ray Suarez to discuss how subsidies impact food production around the world and how they might be redirected to sustainably feed a growing planet. We want to hear from you! Please take part in a quick survey to tell us how we can improve our podcast: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PWZ7KMW

It is the 28th day of the longest government shutdown in history. 800,000 federal employees have gone without pay and as bills begin to pile up, putting food on the table feels a lot more important than partisan impasse. At HRN, we discovered that the shutdown has impacted our food system in some unexpected ways. Routine inspections on produce and processed foods have been suspended and DC restaurants are struggling without the typical lunch crowds. Between furloughs, farms, and food stamps, we explore the ways politics have affected what’s on our plates. Catch a special guest appearance by Jamie Oliver. Meat + Three is powered by Simplecast. Photo via Arturo Pardavila III.

Jim discusses millions in government waste with Adam Andrzejewski of OpenTheBooks.com. A Wyoming school district with $10 million dollars in credit card charges, millions in farm subsidies being paid to people living in urban locations, and government employees receiving six figure salaries and millions in bonuses. The $21 trillion dollar national debt and why Republicans and Democrats are both to blame for massive deficits and pork.

Plans by UK environment secretary Michael Gove to phase out farm subsidies herald the biggest changes faced by British farmers for more than 50 years. Rather than making annual direct payments to farmers, Mr Gove wants to abolish subsidies and replace them with a system of 'public money' for public goods. Yet thousands of farmers rely on those payments to stay in business. In this first episode of Inside Farming, we look at the likely impact of Mr Gove's plans – and examine what his forthcoming Agriculture Bill might put in their place. With Mark Suthern (Barclays Bank), Michael Haverty (The Andersons Centre), Julie Robinson (Roythornes Solicitors), Tom Bradshaw (NFU), Martin Lines (Nature Friendly Farming Network), Ben Underwood (Country Land & Business Association) and Sean Sparling (Association of Independent Crop Consultants).

The House Agriculture Committee recently reported out its 2018 Farm Bill. Expected on the House floor this month, the current legislation continues the out of control farm handout system that has been so prevalent in past iterations. Without reform, the farm subsidy system will continue to distort the agricultural marketplace, while primarily benefiting a small number of the largest and wealthiest farmers.Join us for a discussion with two leading members of the U.S. House of Representatives who will provide insight into why farm subsidy reform is so important, and how key reform ideas could help move Congress in the right direction. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Farm subsidies are central to agricultural policy. But do farmers need them? In this episode, we discuss the ins and outs of the EU Common Agricultural Policy with Dr. Alan Matthews, Professor Emeritus of European Agricultural Policy at Trinity College, Dublin. We discuss: The origins of the EU Common Agricultural Policy Hectare-based subsidies: how larger farms receive larger subsidies Subsidies: a barrier or incentive for sustainable farming? Agricultural lobbying in the EU A silver lining of Brexit A way forward for farming in Europe Links: Follow Dr. Alan Matthews on Twitter EU CAP Reform Website Harriet Bradley: ‘CAP 2020: A poor vintage?’ You may also like: FFS 026 – We Need To Talk About Monsanto FFS 023 – COP 23: Is Meat Finally On The Table? FFS 002 – The Carbon Food Tax

This week, Stephen looks into US farm subsidies and how more affordable food could be a curse in disguise. He also explores the sporadically changing history of US farm subsidies and how to combat them.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thats-all-i-have-to-say-about-that/support

This week, Stephen looks into US farm subsidies and how more affordable food could be a curse in disguise. He also explores the sporadically changing history of US farm subsidies and how to combat them.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thats-all-i-have-to-say-about-that/support

On this episode of Eating Matters, host Jenna Liut speaks with Ricardo Salvador, senior scientist and director of the Food and Environment program at the Union of Concerned Scientists, and Allison Aubrey, food and health correspondent for NPR news, about the connection between crop subsidies and public health. Later in the show, Jenna is joined by Mike Winik, Co-Founder of OurHarvest, our featured startup of the week.

Harrison and Sean sum up the Western and Eastern Conference Finals, preview this weekends MLS Cup and talk about some fullbacks with an odd discussion about US Farm Subsidies throw into the mix just for funsies. It wouldn't be an ASA party if there wasn't Star Wars mentions too. Nerds!Visit americansocceranalysis.com for more analytically based content. You can follow ASA (@analysisevolved), Harrison Crow (@harrison_crow) and Sean Steffen (@seansteffen) on twitter and find us on facebook.Subscribe to ASA on iTunes and Stitcher, and give us as many stars are you can!

Increased farm subsidies have made strange bedfellows of environmentalists and the Bush Administration. They agree that that the big federal money goes to big agri-business at the expense of the little guys, not what subsidies were designed to do. Also, the Supreme Court upholds Indiana Voter ID Law, and Reverend Jeremiah Wright goes public…again.

Mike Munger of Duke University talks with EconTalk host Russ Roberts about the economics of subsidies. What is the economic argument for subsidies? What is the history of the economic argument and what is its relevance today? Munger draws on his personal experience as a farmer to help listeners understand the pros and cons of using government-funded payments to encourage various activities deemed to be worth encouraging.

Mike Munger of Duke University talks with EconTalk host Russ Roberts about the economics of subsidies. What is the economic argument for subsidies? What is the history of the economic argument and what is its relevance today? Munger draws on his personal experience as a farmer to help listeners understand the pros and cons of using government-funded payments to encourage various activities deemed to be worth encouraging.

Mike Munger of Duke University talks with EconTalk host Russ Roberts about the economics of subsidies. What is the economic argument for subsidies? What is the history of the economic argument and what is its relevance today? Munger draws on his personal experience as a farmer to help listeners understand the pros and cons of using government-funded payments to encourage various activities deemed to be worth encouraging.

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