…if the U.S. will even consider lifting $250 billion in tariffs on Chinese imports, which triggered retaliatory tariffs on American imported goods. Despite the U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods, the…
Livestock Groups Petition Department of Transportation for Hours of Service Flexibility
…American Farm Bureau Federation, American Beekeeping Federation, American Honey Producers Association, and the National Aquaculture Association. Key Quotes: Kevin Kester “Livestock haulers are highly-trained professionals who take careful steps to…
Environmental Groups: No Farm Bill Better Than Bad Bill
…Major farm groups like the American Farm Bureau and National Farmers Union, along with commodity and conservation groups, are calling on Congress to finish the farm bill this year. But…
Perdue Announces Funding for Socially Disadvantaged and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers
…continue to give back to the American people. These resources will help strengthen the American economy and provide assistance for those who need it most.” Background: The 2501 Program was…
Casey’s Announces Partnership with Prime the Pump
…of ten cars on the road today and American drivers have surpassed five billion miles on it. Nathaniel Doddridge, Casey’s Director of Fuels, says, “We’re excited to partner with Prime…
Tractor Supply Company Shows Support During National 4-H Week
…in 49 states. The company is the largest American retail chain to supply the lifestyle needs of farmers and ranchers, as well as anyone else who enjoys the rural lifestyle….
USDA Appoints Members to Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee
…in bringing quality food to American families and exporting American-grown products around the world,” said Perdue. Originally chartered in 2001, the FVIAC advises the Secretary of Agriculture on issues affecting…
Secretary Perdue Comments on USMCA
…hard work.” Fact Sheets: USMCA trade fact sheet on Strengthening North American Trade in Agriculture. USMCA trade fact sheet on Market Access and Dairy Outcomes. Source: USDA Foreign Agricultural Service…
U.S., Canada Trade Officials Discussing Next Steps
The U.S. and Canada are discussing the next steps for approving the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement that will replace the North American Free Trade Agreement. U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer visited Canada…
Agriculture Leaders Unite to Oppose USDA Relocation Plans
…organized by the American Statistical Association and includes 56 former USDA and federal statistical agency officials. The group questioned how moving the agencies to a location outside DC could bring…
2018 Farmland Sales Increasing
Landowners are more interested in selling this year. The amount of land Farmers National Company has listed for sale is up 21 percent compared to last year at this time….
Canada Veterinary University Receives 20,000 Acre Donation
…of a ranch that has ever been made to a North American university. And, in terms of size, at nearly 7,700 hectares, or 20,000 acres, it represents the biggest gift…
Secretary Perdue Statement on President Trump’s Ethanol Announcement
…again made it abundantly clear that he is unleashing the full potential of American energy production as we retake our rightful place as the world’s leader. I thank President Trump…
RFA Applauds President Trump’s E15 Announcement
…first official step in this process is being taken. When markets are open and competitive, American consumers win,” said RFA President and CEO Geoff Cooper. “We thank President Trump for…