…says USDA is providing $2.7 billion to support American farmers, students participating in school meal programs, and emergency food operations. Almost $1.3 billion goes to states to purchase food to…
Lawmakers Establish Bipartisan Agricultural Labor Working Group
…report will offer a suite of potential solutions that can be applied to subsequent legislative efforts. The Agriculture Workforce Coalition, which includes the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) and Western…
USDA Announces Investment for Underserved Producers
…farmers in Oregon’s east Multnomah and Clackamas counties. Another project by Maine Farmland Trust will work with low-income farmers on access to low-interest capital. See the full list of Increasing…
India Agrees to Lift Retaliatory Tariffs on U.S. Farm Goods
…is expected to restore and expand market opportunities for American ag producers and manufacturers. “While there has long been frustration over unnecessary barriers to entry into the Indian market, today’s…
USDA Accepting Applications for Chile Agribusiness Trade Mission
…accepting applications from U.S. exporters for a trade mission to Santiago, Chile, September 25-29. American agribusinesses will participate in business-to-business meetings with potential importers from both Chile and Peru. The…
EATS Act Takes Aim at Proposition 12
…in the U.S. House of Representatives. Industry groups have expressed concern regarding the precedent that Prop 12 could set moving forward. The National Pork Producers Council, American Farm Bureau Federation,…
Lamb Board Building Local Relationships
…don’t routinely offer it. The initial 50 butchers have a chance to get selected as one of 25 “American Lambassadors” to advocate for American lamb. For information on the new…
Animal Welfare Claims on Meat Packaging to Receive Further Scrutiny
…can provide added value to certain products. USDA announced a multi-step effort to help strengthen the substantiation of labeling claims related to animal-raising. “Consumers should be able to trust that…
USDA Seeks Fiscal Year 2024 Suggestions for Plant Protection Projects
…bee. USDA photo by Scott Bauer USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) seeks input for fiscal year 2024 Plant Protection Act funding to protect American agriculture and natural…
Farmers Take Their Message to Washington D.C.
…D.C. to meet with lawmakers and discuss priorities for the 2023 farm bill. The American Farm Bureau Federation Advocacy Fly-In was attended by more than 150 farmers and ranchers. Agriculture…
Tentative Port Labor Agreement Reached
…CEO Dan Halstrom said that the agreement is good news for American exporters as well as overseas customers. “While the ratification process will take some time, the tentative agreement will…
Over One Million Acres Approved for General CRP Signup
…growing approved grasses and trees to help control soil erosion and improve soil health and water quality on farmland. Offers for new land for the General CRP signup totaled about…
Farmer/Congressman Supports Dignity Act for Immigrants
…including stopping illegal immigration; providing a dignified solution for undocumented immigrants living in America; strengthening the American workforce and economy; and ensuring the United States remains prosperous and competitive in…
West Coast Port Slowdowns Attracting More Federal Attention
…altogether, impeding the supply chain and leaving ships and the American exports they carry sitting idle at the docks.” In a statement, ILWU International President Willie Adams disputes reports from…