…the bottlenecks within the supply chain. “Of particular note is the great work by BNSF and Union Pacific, which have reduced the rail backlog in half in the last month…
Cattle Contract Library Act Moving Forward
…Bureau Federation, National Farmers Union, and the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA). Introduced by Representatives Dusty Johnson and Henry Cuellar, the legislation seeks to increase transparency in the cattle market….
Almond Update: Silent Auction Returns to TAC With Added Support for FFA
…this event where we can come together and raise some money for a good cause.” TAC returns to the newly renovated SAFE Credit Union Convention Center in Sacramento on December…
White House Takes Steps to Address Supply Chain Issues
…and if federal support is necessary, he’ll direct them to take all appropriate actions. In addition to the expanded hours, the International Longshore and Warehouse Union workers are willing to…
USTR Tai Meets with Chinese Counterpart
U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai met with her Chinese counterpart last week before meetings this week with Italy and a European Commission official. Tai held a virtual meeting with China’s…
Rod Snyder Appointment to EPA Praised by Farm Groups
…Union. “Climate change is the single greatest long-term challenge facing family farmers and ranchers, rural communities, and global food security. We applaud his appointment and look forward to working together…
USDA’s Climate-Smart Initiative Celebrated by Industry Members
…options for farmers and ranchers. “Family farmers and ranchers, if provided with the right tools and support, can be an integral part of the climate solution,” National Farmers Union President…
USDA Announces ASF Vaccine Candidate
USDA’s Agricultural Research Service announced that one of its vaccine candidates can prevent and protect against African swine fever. Specifically, the vaccine shows effectiveness against the current Asian and European…
Continuing Resolution Includes Disaster Relief for Agriculture
…National Farmers Union President Rob Larew said in a press release. “We also welcome the short-term extension of the Livestock Mandatory Program (LMR), an important tool for price discovery in…
Governor’s Veto of AB 616 ‘Protects the Sanctity of the Secret Ballot’
Several agricultural organizations have expressed support for Governor Gavin Newsom’s veto of AB 616. The bill would have eliminated the secret ballot process for voting on issues of union representation….
USTR Tai Meets with United Kingdom on Trade
…a member of the European Union, the United Kingdom said in December that it will suspend tariffs on the U.S. tied to the World Trade Organization ruling against Boeing Airline…
Congressional Leaders Educated on How Tax Proposals Impact Ag
…future of the industry. The National Farmers Union also sent a similar letter to House and Senate leadership, emphasizing the importance of agricultural needs when considering future tax policy. “Burdensome…
Ag Groups Voice Concern Over Revision of WOTUS Rule
…Union Vice President Patty Edelburg provided comments that have been heralded by many farmers and ranchers. “As the Army Corps of Engineers and the EPA start writing rules to achieve…
Ag Industry Gathers to Encourage Governor Newsom to Veto AB 616
…to be unionized,” said Johansson. “Playing politics and doing a union check-off wish list at the end of the session instead of dealing with real issues is unacceptable. That’s what…