…board the imitation meat train, Congress addressing the USMCA when they convene this month and Deputy Secretary Censky toured California last week discussing USMCA. Tune in to the show for…
EPA Considering More Hemp Pesticides
…expansion of hemp production while still prohibiting marijuana. Farmers have expressed frustration to the Trump administration and Congress over the challenges they face regarding the number of hemp pesticides that…
Energy Efficiency Investments to Assist Farmers
…Moonshine Dairy, Lolonis Family Vineyards And Winery, Blueberries Ole!, and Bar 717 Ranch. Congress appropriated $50 million for REAP grants and loan guarantees in fiscal year 2019 and USDA will…
Perdue on New Draft Suspension Agreement on Fresh Tomatoes from Mexico
…have a mutually dependent relationship with Mexico and reaching a compromise here allows us to refocus our efforts towards quick passage by Congress of the broader U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement.” Source: USDA…
Overall Impact of USMCA and the Need for Ratification
…Mexico back in June and Canada has introduced an implementation bill to go before Parliament. American lawmakers are continuing to negotiate with the Trump administration before Congress begins the process…
NCBA Applauds Introduction of the Define WOTUS Act
…Congress intends the management of America’s waters to be accomplished through cooperative federalism. NCBA appreciates the leadership or Senators Ernst and Braun, and additionally appreciates the Define WOTUS Act’s inclusion…
Optimism in Avoiding Another Government Shutdown in the Fall
…Congressional front and the fact that that’s getting done now will hopefully clear the pathway for Congress when they come back in early September to turn their attention to the…
Farm Bureau Statement on USMCA Senate Hearing
…benefits of this agreement. “Farm Bureau applauds Senator Chuck Grassley for holding today’s hearing and Ambassador Lighthizer for his tenacity in moving the negotiations with Congress forward. We urge those…
Multiple Funding Sources Focused on Addressing Nutria Population
…are also efforts on a national level to help address California’s nutria population. Back in June, Representative Josh Harder introduced a bill in Congress to reauthorize the Nutria Eradication and…
Industry Reaction to Trade Aid Announcement
…At the moment, all eyes are on winning congressional approval for the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement.” Source: National Corn Growers Association NCGA Welcomes Progress on MFP, Looks Forward to Improved Program WASHINGTON…
Proposed Changes to Agricultural Visa Program Show Promise
…wider improvement to immigration laws that can only be addressed through congressional action.” Farm Bureau and other organizations continue working with members of Congress on solutions that would provide legal…
Pork Industry Battling Challenges From Trade to Labor Shortage
…reform that provides agricultural employers with sustained access to year-round labor. Implementation of the 2018 Farm Bill as intended by Congress, including development of a Foot-and-Mouth-Disease vaccine bank needed to…
Last Minute Push to Revive COOL in USMCA
…on the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) until the administration also includes strong enforcement provisions for labor and the environment. The letter from the Congress members states: “Consumers’ right to know about…
Pushing for USMCA Ratification: ‘California Farmers, Let Your Voice Be Heard’
…all are going to be the difference. The voice of American farmers needs to be heard as Congress takes up and considers this legislation,” Vice President Pence said to the…