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Groups Disappointed in Neonicotinoid Evaluation

Brian GermanIndustry News Release, Radio Reports

Grower organizations representing a variety of crops are disappointed with the Environmental Protection Agency’s draft biological evaluation for several neonicotinoid products. The groups representing farmers across the country say that …

USDA Announces Improvements to the Dairy Safety Net and New Pandemic Market Volatility Assistance Program

Brian GermanIndustry News Release

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the details of the Pandemic Market Volatility Assistance Program as part of meetings with farmers and a tour of farms with Senator Leahy. …

USDA Accepting Applications to Help Cover Costs for Organic Certification

Brian GermanFunding, Industry News Release

Organic producers and handlers can now apply for U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) funds to assist with the cost of receiving or maintaining organic certification. Applications for the Organic Certification Cost Share Program (OCCSP) are due Nov. 1, 2021.   “USDA …