Anna-Lisa Laca

When she’s not helping on the dairy, accomplished agriculture journalist Anna-Lisa Laca reports about all things agriculture—online, in social media and in print as the Online and Business Editor for Dairy Today and Top Producer. Laca, who served as Social Media Editor for Farm Journal early in her career, owns and runs a dairy with her husband, Scott, and grew up on a West Coast cow-calf operation. Follow @AnnaLaca1 Friend Anna-Lisa Laca

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“Having a written exposure plan, it’s just like lock out/tag out or an emergency action plan,” he says. 
Hog Production
CDC Releases Checklist for Creating a COVID-19 Control Plan on Farms
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) this week published a checklist for agricultural employers to use to prevent and slow the spread of COVID-19.
November 19, 2020 09:07 PM
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Anna-Lisa Laca
According to the poll, conducted May 29, 80% of the producers approve of the president’s performance.
Ag Policy
Pulse Poll Shows Most Farmers Approve of Trump
According to the poll, conducted May 29, 80% of the producers approve of the president’s performance.
November 19, 2020 09:07 PM
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Anna-Lisa Laca
“Over the last month, as we've seen states open up again our food service orders at this point for the month are almost at 98 to 99% of our original plan, which means that the pipeline is starting to be refilled again against food service demand.”
Hog Production
Beth Ford On Food Production in The Post Pandemic World
Beth Ford, CEO of Land O’ Lakes recently shared her thoughts on food production moving forward.
November 19, 2020 09:06 PM
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Anna-Lisa Laca
Here’s some good news: if you applied for the Market Facilitation Program, it’s likely the majority of these forms are already on file for you.
Ag Policy
Must-Have Information to Apply for COVID Aid Payments
While FSA has not begun accepting applications for Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) payments, it’s not too soon to start gathering information and completing the necessary forms.
November 19, 2020 09:06 PM
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Anna-Lisa Laca
If realized, inflation-adjusted net farm income would remain slightly below its historical average of $90.1 billion.
Ag Policy
USDA: Net Farm Income To Increase Nearly 5% From 2018
The USDA Economic Research Service on Friday updated their net farm income forecast for 2019.
November 19, 2020 09:03 PM
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Anna-Lisa Laca
“I really think it's a lot of heavy and hard decisions for bankers, trying to ride out tough situations, and it takes a lot of time to make those decisions.”
Industry
Waiting On An Operating Loan? Here’s What You Should Do
Ashley Arrington of Farmhold Financial, shares these tips to help speed up the process to get the money you need now.
November 19, 2020 08:06 PM
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Anna-Lisa Laca
“I think Peter [Navarro] was misunderstood,” Lighthizer told Flory. “Trust me that the trade deal is on. It's the biggest trade deal anybody's ever done, and it is completely on.”
Ag Policy
Lighthizer: Trade Deal is Intact, Chinese Purchase Commitment to Stand
As large Chinese purchases of soybeans continue to roll in while rumors of a broken relationship abound, U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer assured farmers on Wednesday that the deal is still intact.
November 18, 2020 09:42 PM
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Anna-Lisa Laca
“Connecting with someone you trust, who understands you and knows what you’re going through can be a huge relief,” he says. “This can easily be an informal get-together or even regular text messages and phone calls.  The best farm CEOs I work with all have someone in this capacity.”
Industry
How Farm CEOs Can Communicate Stress
To run a successful business, it’s critical farm CEOs know how to manage their stress and its causes.
November 18, 2020 09:34 PM
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Anna-Lisa Laca
In July, U.S. pork exports topped the record held since April 2018, according to the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF).
Market News
What’s Driving Higher Hog Prices?
While there are many factors at play, improving exports and packer competition are driving prices higher.
November 18, 2020 09:34 PM
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Anna-Lisa Laca
Up to $7.25 billion is available this fall from the $14.5 billion earmarked for aid. 
Ag Policy
USDA Has Paid Farmers $2.46 Billion In MFP Payments to Date
USDA began issuing the second round of Market Facilitation Program (MFP) payments on Aug. 21.
November 18, 2020 09:34 PM
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Anna-Lisa Laca
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