…workers and bolsters its ability to ensure compliance, NCAE criticizes it for jeopardizing workers’ protections and enabling union activism, contrary to Congress’s intent. Marsh went on to say that the…
California Card Check Law Moving to Other States
…of Labor Affairs for the California Farm Bureau, Bryan Little says California’s Card Check program allows labor unions to petition to unionize a farm operation by collecting signatures on cards…
Farm Bill Frameworks Receiving Significant Industry Support
…Inflation Reduction Act conservation investments into the conservation title of the bill. The National Farmers Union echoes the call for bipartisan support, emphasizing the necessity of a stronger farm safety…
FARMER Act Introduced to Help Agriculture and Beyond
…Association, Western Peanut Growers Association, Minnesota Corn Growers Association, North Dakota Corn Growers Association, North Dakota Farmers Union, North Dakota Grain Growers Association, North Dakota Soybean Growers Association and the…
Recent Report Highlights Trade Barriers for U.S. Agriculture
…could be addressed to expand market opportunities and help our economy grow.” The NTE Report also highlights trade barriers related to American-built vehicles, particularly in the European Union. USTR emphasizes…
New Almond Export Opportunities in the UK Begin Tomorrow
…Dried Fruit Trade Association (NDFTA). Since the UK left the European Union in 2021, four percent tariffs on in-shell almonds and two percent tariffs on raw kernels have been in…
Concerns Raised Over UFW Use of FFWR Grant Funds
…York, where workers were allegedly required to sign union cards to receive FFWR payments. Similar allegations have since been reported in California, with farmworkers claiming deception by UFW organizers. “The…
Expert on Domestic Corporate Ag Land
…Coalition, National Young Farmers Coalition, Nebraska Communities United, Northeast Organic Farming Association – New Jersey, Open Markets Institute, Pennsylvania Farmers Union, R-CALF USA (Ranchers-Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of…
Agriculture Secretary Explains Significance of ‘Product of USA’ Label Rule
…Monday at the National Farmer’s Union annual convention in Scottsdale, Arizona. “We are now on record as being for the utilization of that label only, only, when the animal was…
Good Trade Relations with China Critical for U.S. Pistachios
…highlighted as being significant markets for American pistachios. European Union countries like Germany and Belgium are also important markets for pistachios. Goodrich explained that India has been a growing market…
Final Rule Makes Adjustments to Packers and Stockyards Act
…competition. However, organizations like the National Farmers Union welcomed the rule, highlighting its importance in empowering family farmers and ranchers against unfair practices. NFU President Rob Larew praised USDA’s commitment…
New Era of Growth for Clean Fuels
…even more important to remain together and focused on the issues that move us forward.” Companies including BNSF Railway, Union Pacific, American Airlines, and PepsiCo took the stage to discuss…
AgNet News Hour, Wednesday, 02-14-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes the breakout sessions announced for the National Farmers Union anniversary convention, and federal…
Increasing Market Opportunities for California Pistachios
…of what we grow is exported, it’s great to see those export numbers where they are and going in the right direction. Very positive trend.” The European Union continues to…