…significant effect on farmers, in the event there was an extreme Republican shutdown that failed to fund the government. Farmers might go to their FSA office and would find it…
Wheat Industry Supports the American Farmers Feed the World Act
Several industry groups have expressed appreciation for the introduction of the American Farmers Feed the World Act. The bill was introduced by U.S. Senators Mike Braun, Jon Tester, Roger Marshall,…
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 09-25-23
…to Repair Bill from the National Farmers Union, comments on disaster relief, and leveraging existing areas of funding for SPM roadmap implantation. Tune in to the show for these news…
AgNet Weekly: Ag Labor Wages and the AEWR
…don’t get tips, but the minimum wage that farmers can pay their H2A workers is $17.34. The Executive Director of the Michigan Asparagus Association, Jamie Clover Adams, says the true…
Conservation Assistance to Be Supported By $70 Million Investment
…their reach to beginning farmers, limited resource farmers, socially disadvantaged farmers, veterans, and students interested in agricultural careers. The Equity in Conservation Outreach Cooperative Agreements encompass projects that educate and…
Senator Tuberville Pushes for Farm Programs
…farmers. U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville “The whole purpose of the Farm Bill is supposed to be to help farmers. What an idea. Yet seven out of eight dollars, again, seven…
Risk Management Education Supported by $6.5 Million Investment
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a significant initiative to support underserved, small-scale, and organic farmers in enhancing their farm risk management practices while promoting climate-smart agriculture. This…
Three Legislative Recommendations from Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance
…U.S. specialty crop industry to produce a strong return for both farmers and all Americans — it’s foundational to everything we do,” SCFBA co-chairs said in a joint statement. “That’s…
USDA Announces Projects to Boost Access to Green Space for Millions
…markets and streams of income for farmers and producers using climate smart food and forestry practices, making historic investments in infrastructure and clean energy capabilities in rural America, and committing…
Kildee’s Request for Farm Bill Sugar Policy
…worked quite well, supplies our manufacturers with the sugar they need, and the food processors with the sugar they need at a fair price that doesn’t undermine American farmers.” With…
New Policies and Priorities Established at NASDA Annual Meeting
…would be distributed to guidance counselors and other school professionals to help students better understand career options in agriculture. NASDA also adopted a policy intended to protect farmers’ right to…
Farm Bureau Shines Innovation Spotlight on Ag
…clear hurdles for the farmers and ranchers of tomorrow as they provide food, fiber and renewable fuel for families both here at home and around the globe.” The competition provides…
Groundwater Management Grants Awarded to More Than 100 Projects
…farmers in upgrading their irrigation systems. The grant awards represent the second solicitation of the SGM Grant Program. The program distributed $150 million in funding to 20 agencies last year….
Milk Loss Assistance Available for Producers Impacted by Natural Disasters
…and 2022. MLP payments and percentages will be based on a calculated formula. Socially disadvantaged, beginning, limited resource, and veteran farmers and ranchers will be paid 90 percent. All other…