…will move certain animal biotech authority from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to USDA. The effort has been largely supported by agricultural groups; however, FDA Commissioner Stephen Hahn…
Industry Concerned with Proposed Increases for Mill Assessments
…to look at lower-risk pesticides,” said Roger Isom, President and CEO of the Western Agricultural Processors Association and California Cotton Ginners and Growers Association. “The Administration has said the goal…
Biden Administration Welcomed by Agriculture Industry
…begin collaborating with the Biden Administration. President Biden has set several priorities for his administration prior to the swearing in ceremony, with climate change being a central theme. Farm groups…
USDA Announces Hemp Final Rule, Formalizing Regulatory Requirements
…concern that the new Biden Administration may reevaluate the rule. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content Purina Podcast: Managing for Success from…
Dr. Jewel Bronaugh Nominated for Deputy Secretary of Agriculture
…aimed at addressing farmer stress and mental health challenges. Bronaugh also holds experience with the administration of various extension programs. There is optimism that Bronaugh’s background and working relationship with…
Wildland Fire Subcabinet Established Through Executive Order
An Executive Order issued by President Donald Trump will establish a Wildland Fire Subcabinet to improve interagency coordination. The Executive Order on Establishing The Wildland Fire Management Policy Committee aims…
The Western View: That Controversial President Richard Nixon
…Trump. Nixon was not the typical politician of any era. He was no glad-handing vote seeker; he was very secretive and awkward with people. He distanced himself from everyone and…
Industry Input Encouraged for Shifting Animal Biotech Oversight to USDA
The proposal to move some regulatory authority for animal biotech to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is receiving significant support. The Federal Drug Administration (FDA) has been the regulating…
Industry Groups Urge New Administration to Address Water Infrastructure
A large group of agricultural organizations and water districts are calling for more federal support to address water infrastructure. More than 200 organizations sent letters to President-elect Joe Biden and…
Webinar on Proposed Revisions to Rangeland Management Directives January 12
…RMD which govern grazing permits and allotment administration. It will be the first time in three decades that the RMD have been revised. The Forest Service will be accepting public…
Farmers to Families Food Box Program Continues with Fifth Round
…Families Food Boxes will go a long way in helping American families access nutritious and healthy meals as we recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. Thanks to the President Trump’s leadership,…
Outgoing Administration, 2020 Brought Ag Innovation Progress
Several issues were addressed by the Trump administration that spread up innovation and eases restrictions. The American Seed Association (ASTA) is always at the forefront of innovation in agriculture. One…
Almond Update: Optimism for 2021, BMP Training Starts Year
…Virtual Almond Conference earlier this month. Vetter did say however that she believes the new administration will continue to advance positive progress with China and not try and start over…
Agreement Reaffirms Multi-Agency Commitment to Address Food Waste
A formal agreement was recently renewed between multiple federal agencies in an effort to address food waste. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and U.S….