The House Agriculture Committee laid out a roadmap to relieve labor shortages that have seriously impacted America’s farmers and ranchers. The Agriculture Labor Working Group (ALWG) released its final report…
‘Product of USA’ Labeling Rule Finalized by USDA
…consumers the opportunity to support them. The ‘Product of U.S.A.’ labeling rule rights that wrong. This is a huge win for America’s farmers, ranchers, and consumers.” Brian German Ag News…
Week in Review: California Snowpack Finally Hits the Average & New Office of Ag at EPA
…its trade agenda by reducing tariff and non-tariff barriers for American agricultural exports. Transitioning towards sustainable groundwater usage is becoming more accessible for farmers and Groundwater Sustainability Agencies through involvement…
Final SEC Climate Reporting Rule Considered a Win for Farmers
…farmers, and praised the decision Securities and Exchange Commission. AFBF is also encouraging California to withdraw its Scope 3 reporting requirement as the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and others have…
ARC and PLC Deadline for 2024 Crop Year Quickly Approaching
…farmers experiencing significant declines in crop prices or revenues. Producers can choose between ARC-County, ARC-Individual, or PLC coverage options. Failure to revise elections by the deadline will result in maintaining…
New Resources Available for Local and Regional Food Systems Development
…food and creating new markets, including farmers markets and food hubs. Two key funding opportunities within LAMP, the Farmers Market Promotion Program and Local Food Promotion Program, focus on bolstering…
Final Rule Makes Adjustments to Packers and Stockyards Act
…competition. However, organizations like the National Farmers Union welcomed the rule, highlighting its importance in empowering family farmers and ranchers against unfair practices. NFU President Rob Larew praised USDA’s commitment…
Ag Trade Caucus Urges Reduction of Trade Barriers Holding Back Producers
…tariffs, ensure science-based sanitary and phytosanitary regulations, and eliminate abuse of geographical indicators in the food sector. The Representatives highlighted the importance of global competitiveness for U.S. farmers and ranchers…
Catastrophic Losses Ahead After Texas Wildfires
…Texas Panhandle farmers and ranchers. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours program here. Catastrophic Losses Ahead After Texas Wildfires Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina…
New Office of Agriculture and Rural Affairs Within EPA Announced
…on science-based solutions to protect the environment and support agricultural productivity. “Farmers and ranchers are crucial partners as we work together to deliver clean air, clear water, and climate solutions,…
LandFlex Helping Improve Sustainable Groundwater Usage, But Needs Additional Support
…aren’t aware that they qualify. Bettencourt said that the program offers farmers “financial and regulatory security” and that the transition to sustainable groundwater usage will keep farmers from going out…
Funding Announced for Renewable Tech in Ag
…farmers cut costs and increase income using underutilized renewable technologies. Through the Rural and Agricultural Income & Savings from Renewable Energy initiative, USDA is setting an initial goal of helping…
NRCS Seeks Cooperative Agreement Proposals Through April 3
…Conservationist, Carlos Suarez said in a press release. “We are doing our part in helping America’s farmers, ranchers and forest stewards conserve the natural resources we all depend on. These…
2024 Dairy Margin Coverage Enrollment Opens Tomorrow
…for smaller dairy operations. The National Milk Producers Federation encourages all dairy farmers to consider signing up for DMC, highlighting its importance as a safety net amidst fluctuating market conditions…