…noting that it “works for both businesses and workers, and it will bring needed improvements to this system.” If the legislation reflecting the reform agreement is passed and signed by…
Capital for Beginning Farmers and Ranchers Act Introduced
…farmers face, such as establishing financial management systems, increasing soil fertility, and building business infrastructure. The legislation is being supported by groups including the Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy,…
House Subcommittee Advances AM for Every Vehicle Act
…and passed the legislation for full committee consideration. The action follows a subcommittee hearing on April 30, and mirrors the draft legislative language that was the focus of hearing. Representatives…
Farm Bill Advances After House Ag Approval
…We urge House leaders to continue the momentum and bring this important legislation to a vote on the floor.” The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) thanked the House Agriculture Committee…
Alabama Bans Cultured Meat
…violation for food sales establishments that violate the provisions of the bill. However, Feedstuffs says the legislation doesn’t prevent any federal institution of higher education or a person who’s partnered…
Bill Seeks to Bolster the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
Legislation has been introduced to help better support the specialty crop industry. The Specialty Crops Security Act of 2024 seeks to bolster the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP), increasing…
Fruit Fly Threat Receiving State and Federal Attention
…fund APHIS’ emergency response activities. At the same time, California is looking to take additional steps to address the pest. Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed legislation that will provide $22.1…
Week in Review: Improved Almond Export Opportunities & Legislation to Protect Pesticide Manufacturers
California almond growers will have some increased export opportunities in the United Kingdom. There are various legislative efforts underway in several states to provide legal protections to pesticide manufacturers. The…
FARMER Act Introduced to Help Agriculture and Beyond
New legislation aims to improve risk management in agriculture and supporters say it goes beyond the farm. Senator John Hoeven, a senior member of the Senate Agriculture Committee and Ranking…
Expert on Domestic Corporate Ag Land
…introduced the act in July and stated in a news release, “This legislation is a crucial step in safeguarding rural America by ensuring that farmland remains in the hands of…
Lawmakers Pushing for Mechanization Funding for Specialty Crops
…in mechanization and automation research to address rising input costs and labor challenges. Last year, they introduced legislation to establish a $20 million-a-year research grant program for specialty crop mechanization….
U.S. Behind in Aquaculture
…to do that in federal waters.” Winters also said federal legislation is needed. “We need clear authority to farm in federal waters and we need a clear pathway through the…
USDA: Expiring Estate Tax Provisions Would Increase Taxes for Farm Estates
…income and estate tax policies, though some were temporary. In 2018, the legislation increased the estate tax exemption amount from $5.49 million to $11.18 million. This increase expires at the…
Tax Relief Bill Passed in House Will Support Farming Businesses
…Bureau applauds the passage of the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act by an exceedingly large margin in the House last night. This legislation will bring meaningful tax…