…providing good-paying jobs and an economic boon for the construction industry.” Other supporters of the plan include Farmers for Free Trade, the California Farm Bureau Federation, Rural Voices USA, and…
Pressure is Rising to Reinstate the Organic Animal Welfare Rule
…integrity of the organic label. Signatories of the letter include the Organic Trade Association, National Farmers Union, and the American Sustainable Business Council. A group of four lawmakers also sent…
Ag Groups Concerned About Mexico’s Trade Actions
A coalition of agricultural groups has expressed concerns related to Mexico’s trade actions. A letter recently sent to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai details challenges…
USDA Rounding Out Fundamental Staff Appointments
…USDA. Other staff appointments were made earlier in the month, filling in key leadership positions. With the most recent announcement, Jeremy Adamson has been named Policy Advisor for Trade and…
Almond Update: Regulatory Hurdles for India’s Incredible Market
The Indian market has been a highlight for California almond producers over the last several years. When trade relations between the US and China soured in 2018, shipments of almonds declined to the…
Lawmakers Support Push to Address Container Shortages
…letter explains. “Continued and largely unrestricted access to American ports means trade opportunities should be reciprocal. Should the investigation reveal any wrongdoing, we urge the Commission to take appropriate enforcement…
Katherine Tai Confirmed as New U.S. Trade Representative
…country’s top trade delegate. There was significant support for Tai assuming the position, with a unanimous vote of 98-0 confirming the selection. As a former trade negotiator and congressional staffer,…
Industry Groups Call for Funding to Support Ag Export Markets
…buyers’ missions, trade shows, and in-country meetings go a long way toward promoting U.S. agricultural trade.” About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content…
U.S. Dairy Groups Call for Reform of Canada’s Administration of TRQ
…dairy farmers have been undermined by Canadian dairy policies,” said Jim Mulhern, President, and CEO of NMPF. “Canada is failing to meet its trade obligations by manipulating import license procedures…
Food Traceability Proposed Rule Raises Concerns from Industry Members
…to accomplish it. Using a Global Trade Item Number and lot numbers could prove to be a more effective method for traceback activities. “It’s one phone call and you bounce…
Week in Review: Port Issues Being Addressed and H-2A Reform Legislation Introduced
…have recently reintroduced legislation to provide cattle producers with more pricing information and ensure appropriate regionally negotiated cash trade. Researchers are evaluating alternative methods for addressing tadpole shrimp which can…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 03-10-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering Secretary Vilsack’s thoughts on trade with China post-Trump, a…
Legislation Introduced to Improve Cattle Market Transparency
Lawmakers have recently reintroduced legislation to provide producers with more pricing information and ensure appropriate regionally negotiated cash trade. U.S. Senators Deb Fischer and Ron Wyden have introduced the Cattle…
FACA Expands Membership and Narrows Its Focus
…said PMA Chief Science Officer, Max Teplitski . “PMA sees it as our responsibility to ensure just that, in collaboration with environmental groups, trade associations and non-profits, we will help…