…proposed changes to the Packers and Stockyards Act. However, not all agricultural organizations are pleased with the potential adjustments. In a statement, North American Meat Institute President and CEO Julie…
Build Back Better Initiative Supports Food System With $4 Billion Investment
…resilience and fairness of the food system. Funding for the initiative is made possible through the American Rescue Plan Act as well as the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021. The…
Another WOTUS Revision on The Way From EPA
…new framework. The purported goal is to protect water resources using the latest scientific information and community input. Ag groups including the American Farm Bureau Federation and the Agricultural Retailers…
In-Person National FFA Convention Returns to Indianapolis
…that the convention will be a bit different from years past. The event will feature some of the standard events including the American FFA Degree Ceremony, student and teacher workshops,…
New Pandemic Cover Crop Program to Assist Growers
…American Farmland Trust have come out in support of the program. The groups note that additional support like that offered through the PCCP is necessary to help increase the adoption…
Health Bite: Macronutrients 101
…percentages are much lower than folks eating a standard American diet would normally eat. In general, I recommend my clients eat at least one serving of protein, fat, and carbohydrate…
Biden’s Budget Includes Additional Support for Ag and Rural Communities
…build out rural broadband infrastructure. The investment will expand on the $100 billion in funding included in the American Jobs Plan. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News…
Farm Bureau Backs Border States Urging Biden Admin to Help with Border Crisis
…concerns of members, local communities and law enforcement. It also asked for federal level assistance. Considering the letter is backed by all 50 states, Puerto Rico and American Farm Bureau, Boening…
Two Workshops Coming Up Addressing California’s 30×30 Plan
…include personnel from The Trust for Public Lands, the Greenlining Institute, UC Davis and UC Berkeley, Fresno Building Healthy Communities and The Corps Network going over methods for advancing equity….
Agricultural Groups Concerned by Proposed Tax Policy
…to House and Senate leadership outlining the need for appropriate tax policy to ensure the future of agricultural operations. Signatories include the American Farm Bureau Federation, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association,…
U.S. Officials Taking Action on USMCA Dairy Dispute
…the Government of Canada. U.S. dairy producers have been calling for action, accusing Canada of undermining the ability of American dairy exporters to compete in the Canadian market. A coalition…
USDA Moves Forward with Debt Relief for Socially Disadvantaged Farmers
…under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA). The NOFA lays out guidelines of loan payments for eligible farmers and ranchers that have qualifying direct farm loans. Sections 1005…
Climate-Smart Agriculture Report Outlines USDA Strategy
…and Abroad. Using a multi-pronged approach, USDA will engage in initiatives to implement a climate-smart agriculture and forestry (CSAF) strategy. “With the right tools and partnerships, American agriculture and forestry…
Health Bite: Electrolyte 101
…dash of salt. For even more convenience, there are packets of electrolytes you can mix with water. One that I trust is LMNT. The biggest thing I’ll caution is that…