…Mexico is not living up to the agreement.” Kildee says the USMCA offers better enforcement options than its predecessor, the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). In using those options,…
Bipartisan Bill Introduced to Support Agrivoltaics Research
…on-farm. Other supporters of the legislation include American Farmland Trust (AFT) and the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition. “The Agrivoltaics Research and Demonstration Act would secure USDA’s role in advancing this…
Success with Cover Cropping in Lieu of Heavy Tillage
VP of Environmental Science and Resources at Braga Fresh, Eric Morgan said their cover cropping system in tomatoes is showing promise. The approach has resulted in a sizable decrease in…
Coalition Encourages Bolstering U.K. Trade Opportunities Through UNITED Act
…“A comprehensive trade agreement with the U.K. would broaden the scope of exporting opportunities for American businesses, strengthen our supply chain resilience, and improve the well-being of our consumers,” the…
‘Dangerous’ Water Rights Legislation Continues Moving Forward
…President and CEO of Western Growers. “But it has accommodated growth in this state. It has accommodated water sharing and it increasingly accommodates environmental needs for water flows.” One of…
Environmental Groups Sue EPA Over Treated Seed Regulations
Two environmental groups have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in regard to treated seed regulations. The lawsuit was filed by the Center for Food Safety…
Almond Update: Changing MRLs Spur Need for More Communication
…San Diego. Director for Sustainability and Environmental Affairs for the Almond Board of California (ABC), Gabriele Ludwig said changing MRLs will likely increase the need for more communication within the…
Sites Reservoir Continues Progress with Water Board Decision
…meeting environmental standards. Alicia Forsythe, Environmental Planning and Permitting Manager of the Authority said that every analysis that was run demonstrated that water would be available for the project. “This…
National Dairy FARM Excellence Award Nominations Open
…third year. The awards recognize farms and evaluators who demonstrate excellence in the FARM Program. Awards are given in four categories, including Animal Care and Antibiotic Stewardship, Environmental Stewardship, Workforce…
Beagle Brigade Act Gaining Support
…and undermine American agriculture,” he said. More than 50 agricultural groups have now also given their support to the legislation. Kildee says it helps that this is a farm bill…
Groups Pushing for Passage of Shipping Reform Implementation Act
…the power to address the actions of foreign carriers leaving U.S. ports empty and not carrying American goods back home. The new Reform Implementation Act clarifies the FMC role and…
Week in Review: WOTUS Reined In & Fewer INSV Issues Than Last Year
The broad authority of the Environmental Protection Agency in its administration of the Waters of the U.S. rule has been curbed. Issues with Impatiens Necrotic Spot Virus (INSV) appear to…
Dispute Settlement Consultations Requested for Mexico’s GM Restrictions
…“Unfortunately, Mexico’s President Obrador continues to ignore science and the framework of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade agreement,” said Zippy Duvall, American Farm Bureau Federation President. “The import ban hurts families in…
Disappointment in EPA’s Final Rule for Plant Incorporated Protectants
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a final rule regarding Plant Incorporated Protectants (PIPs). PIPs are classified as pesticidal substances that are produced by plants, along with the genetic…
