…by Congress. Additional support for agricultural producers and businesses will be made available through the Pandemic Assistance for Producers initiative. No new biotypes of weedy rice have been confirmed so…
Report Details Costly Implications of Proposed Tax Changes
A report from the Texas A&M University Agriculture and Food Policy Center (AFPC) details the costly implications of the proposed tax changes being considered by Congress. Some of the tax…
Cattle Market Concerns Outlined for Lawmakers
…members of Congress create policy that directly impacts business conditions for our producers, it is critical that they consider the grassroots input and firsthand experiences of folks on the ground.”…
Agricultural Groups Concerned by Proposed Tax Policy
…that make up our respective industries,” the coalition writes. “As Congress turns its attention to making investments in our nation’s infrastructure and human resources, we urge you not to alter…
Groups Call for Technical Assistance Funding for Farm and Food Businesses
…sustainability. A similar letter signed by 50 members of Congress was also sent in support of funding for farm and food system businesses. “The pandemic has underscored the need to…
Congress Hears from California Rancher About Wildfire Resilience
The House Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests and Public Lands discussed wildfire resilience at its most recent meeting. Wildfires in California have been particularly devastating in recent years,…
Carbon Bank Pilots Before USDA Rollout?
…some criticisms have been made regarding access to participate. “Information gained from the pilots should be used by USDA to work with Congress and stakeholders to create a durable foundation…
Ag Exporters: ‘We Need Action Now; Not Additional Studies’
…several members of Congress. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content Fungicide Resistance Management Minute April 3, 2024 Fungicide Resistance Management Minute March…
Industry Members Supportive of Reintroduction of DAIRY PRIDE Act
…of labeling requirements within 90 days if the legislation were to pass. Congress would then review enforcement actions two years after the DAIRY PRIDE Act went into effect. Supporters of…
Reintroduction of Growing Climate Solutions Act Praised By Ag Groups
After being reintroduced in Congress, the Growing Climate Solutions Act is receiving significant support from the agriculture industry. The bill was introduced by Senators Debbie Stabenow, Mike Braun, Lindsey Graham,…
Biden’s Proposed Budget Brings Added Support to USDA
…Agriculture (USDA)’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and Forest Service that will bolster voluntary conservation across the country.” The discretionary spending proposal will ultimately be decided by Congress. Funding levels…
Lawmakers Asked for More Support for Conservation Programs
…the coalition states in the letter. The coalition noted that increased investment in NRCS will contribute to the wider adoption of conservation practices. As Congress places a greater emphasis on…
Industry Groups Support Reintroduction of HAULS Act
The Haulers of Agriculture and Livestock Safety Act of 2021, known as the HAULS Act has been reintroduced in Congress. A bipartisan group of senators reintroduced the legislation aimed at…
Farm Groups Push for Swift Action on Agriculture Labor from The Senate
…FWMA in the House demonstrates the acute need for ag labor reform this Congress and illustrates that consensus can be achieved,” NMPF President and CEO Jim Mulhern said in a…