…1.9 percent of total U.S. GHG emissions in 2014,” the comments, signed by NCBA President Craig Uden and PLC President Dave Eliason, read. “By comparison, GHG emissions from transportation and…
NFU, Coalition of Rural Organizations Oppose Elimination of Rural Development Mission Area and Under Secretary
…families, businesses and cooperatives need efficient transportation infrastructure, high-speed broadband, affordable water, quality schools and public safety for rural communities to prosper. USDA’s Rural Development Mission Area allows underserved rural…
Canada Offers Potential U.S. Ethanol Export Growth
…its transportation fuel market, and we see our northern neighbor as a strong partner in renewable fuels expansion,” said Tom Sleight, U.S. Grains Council (USGC) president. “Our product is an…
Response to Environment and Climate Change Canada’s paper on Clean Fuel Standard
…bilateral trade between Canada and the U.S. “We support the Canadian government’s plan to implement a Clean Fuel Standard as the best way to help meet the transportation sector’s needs…
Farmers Share of the Food Dollar is Still Low
…like marketing, processing, wholesaling, transportation, and retailing. For example, for every pound of bacon purchased, the consumer spends $5.63 while the farmer earns 75 cents. Consumers will spend $3.99 for…
Executive Order Creates New Agriculture Panel
…the Interior; (v) the Secretary of Commerce; (vi) the Secretary of Labor; (vii) the Secretary of Health and Human Services; (viii) the Secretary of Transportation; (ix) the Secretary of Energy;…
Sonny Perdue Sworn in as 31st U.S. Secretary of Agriculture
…on commodities and transportation in enterprises that have spanned the southeastern United States. These experiences have proven invaluable in his current role as principal advocate for American agriculture and all…
RFA Celebrates Earth Day 2017
…for the Renewable Fuels Association. Ethanol continues to be one of the most affordable and effective tools available for reducing harmful emissions from the transportation sector and cleaning the air….
Ag Groups Oppose Air Traffic Control Privatization
…small businesses would stand to lose the most under a privatized system. There would be no Congressional oversight to ensure that all stakeholders and communities have access to equal transportation….
California Farm Groups Opposing State Gas Tax Proposal
…Transportation Infrastructure Package In response to the California transportation infrastructure funding package (SB 1) announced by Governor Jerry Brown, Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon and Senate President Pro Tem Kevin de…
Western Growers Forms Partnership with New Mexico Chile Association
…as informational webinars, H-2A labor services, transportation services and expertise in trade and commodity services. “In entering this partnership, we are motivated by Western Growers’ focus on the federal policy…
Yara West Sacramento is Newest Addition
…and transportation, and serve as key ingredients in the production of a wide range of goods. Throughout our organization, we foster a culture that promotes the safety of our employees,…
CDFA Introduces the California Climate Investments Web Site
…public transportation, zero-emission vehicles, environmental restoration, more sustainable agriculture, recycling, and much more. To date, nearly $3.4 billion has been appropriated by the State Legislature to state agencies implementing GHG…
Fresno County Farm and Nutrition Day this Week
…event. Several businesses and individuals are financially assisting with school transportation and other costs. For more information, or to schedule an interview, contact the Farm Bureau at 559-237-0263 or info@fcfb.org….