…U.S. dairy industry. He also urged Congress to further support programs like the Market Access Program and Foreign Market Development Program. USDEC President and CEO Krysta Harden lauded the USDA’s…
CIAO Standards Act to Streamline Revisions to Organic Standards
Several industry groups have welcomed the introduction of the Continuous Improvement and Accountability in Organic (CIAO) Standards Act 2023 in Congress. The bipartisan legislation aims to enhance and update organic…
Conditions ‘Too Good’ for Fast Farm Bill
…wanted to make sure everybody understands,” he said. “The farm bills are hard to do because you’ve got people from both sides of the aisle, both sides of Congress that…
Farmers Could Feel Effects of Government Shutdown
…may be counting on it, but wouldn’t be able to apply for new loans if Congress fails to fund the government.” Torres Small explained as well that several USDA offices…
Wheat Industry Supports the American Farmers Feed the World Act
…programs over the years, which has resulted in diminished transparency, accountability, and bipartisan backing. As Congress considers reauthorizing the Farm Bill later this year, this legislation provides an opportunity to…
Additional Payments for California Rice Producers
…impacted many agricultural producers, record high increases in 2022 had a disproportionate economic impact on rice producers,” said California FSA Executive Director Blong Xiong. “I am pleased that Congress authorized…
Kildee’s Request for Farm Bill Sugar Policy
If it’s not broken, don’t fix it. That’s the resounding message from Michigan Congressman Dan Kildee (D-MI-08) when it comes to the nation’s sugar policy. “We have a system right…
NPPC President Not Willing to ‘Bet the Farm’ on Prop 12
…the Supreme Court finds this is a problem. It just wasn’t, it didn’t think it was their problem. And they encourage Congress to fix this. So, we would echo that….
Milk Loss Assistance Available for Producers Impacted by Natural Disasters
…this backlog of disaster assistance,” NMPF President and CEO Jim Mulhern said in a press release. “We encourage both Congress and USDA to find ways to address future natural disasters…
Another Challenge to GMOs
…with its exemption for highly refined foods despite a law passed by Congress,” says Meredith Stevenson, CFS attorney. “The Court rubber-stamped USDA’s decision to exclude highly refined foods like sodas…
Some Watching Trade Programs as Farm Bill Deadline Looms
…Foreign Market Development program. “Congress lays out about 200 million (dollars) in MAP funding and another chunk in FMD. That’s for promotion of US ag food and ag products overseas….
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 08-30-23
…trade, and monitoring specialty crop issues in Congress. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Danielle Leal…
FARM Act Would Guard U.S. Ag Land from Foreign Control
…mergers, acquisitions, or agreements; designate agricultural supply chains as critical infrastructure and critical technologies, and report to Congress on current and potential foreign investments in the U.S. agricultural industry from…
Week in Review: New Tomato Cost Study Available & New Canadian Import Requirements for Lettuce
…season. EPA Administrator Michael Regan noted that the Clean Air Act highlights Congress’ concern regarding attempts by manufacturers to impede the ability to repair equipment. Blue Diamond Growers is expanding…