Leadership positions in Congressional agricultural committees will undergo some changes in light of the recent election. Both the U.S. Senate and House Ag Committees are going to be led by…
Amended Nutria Eradication and Control Act Signed into Law
…The legislation eventually passed both the U.S. House and Senate unanimously. Trump’s signing of the law authorizes Congress to appropriate funding for the nutria eradication efforts in a separate congressional…
USDA Outlines Projects Through Great American Outdoors Act
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has outlined project priorities under the Great American Outdoors Act. A prioritized list of deferred maintenance projects has been delivered to Congress. The list…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 10-23-20
…in psyllid trapping, Congress working toward the next COVID-19 relief package, also climate change and the investment in biofuel projects. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes,…
Congress Working Towards Next Comprehensive COVID-19 Relief Package
White House in Washington, DC, USA Negotiations have been continuing this week between the White House and Democratic Congressional Leadership. Legislators are working to come to an agreement on the…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 10-23-20
…in psyllid trapping, Congress working toward the next COVID-19 relief package, also climate change and the investment in biofuel projects. Tune into the show for these news stories, recipes, features…
CA Attorney General Remains Adamantly Against Raising Shasta Dam
…that Reclamation cannot move forward with the project under the Clean Water Act because Congress has not authorized it. Becerra also cites a lack of permitting from authorities such as…
PRICE Act Looks to Improve Cattle Market Conditions
…transparency and provide more support. “USDA laid out several areas where Congress can implement real solutions to improve the market – the PRICE Act is the answer to many of…
Continuing Resolution Signed, CCC To Be Replenished
…with the added challenges the pandemic has introduced. Simply put, farmers and rural communities can’t afford a shutdown, and we appreciate Congress’s efforts to prevent that from happening.” The continuing…
Wine Industry Calling for Extension of Disaster Relief Due to Wildfires
…and Winegrape Growers of America sent a letter to congressional leaders asking for wildfire assistance. “We fear these wildfires, and potentially more to come, will result in the greatest economic…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 09-23-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering Congress choosing to not replenish the CCC, Valley walnuts…
Farm Sector Profits Forecast Highlights Importance of Government Aid
…affected as Congress considers providing additional support for the industry. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content Protecting Your Operation from Damaging Fire…
Plans Outlined to Support American Producers of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables
…seasonal and perishable products. USTR will also be working with USDA and DOC in developing an interagency working group to evaluate the situation and provide technical assistance to Congress on…
USDA Revises Conservation Provisions for Highly Erodible Lands and Wetlands
…that farmers are treated fairly in relation to conservation compliance. “Farmers deserve a fair process and clarity, including an understanding of the exemptions authorized by Congress,” said AFBF President Zippy…