…at risk. “There are so many products and so much information that’s out there, that [consumers] don’t really know which products to trust and which not to,” she said, “which…
Lobbying for the Farm Bill Tops $500 Million
…on federal lobbying than the oil and gas industry and the defense sector.” Top lobbying spenders included the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the American Farm Bureau Federation, and Koch Industries….
Industry Reactions to the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2024
…hunger. It also streamlines the Bill Emerson Humanitarian Trust, making the program more responsive to emergencies. Kim Z Cooper from the North American Millers’ Association emphasized the urgency of feeding…
New USDA Programs Ease Transition to Organic Production
…new, profitable markets and further our commitment to maximize American farmers’ share of the food dollar.” Today’s announcements build on USDA’s comprehensive approach to supporting local and regional food systems,…
New Regulations for Plastics in the EU and Canada
New regulations for plastics in the European Union (EU) and Canada will impact American ag exporters. Canada’s Federal Plastic Registry, effective in 2025, mandates reporting from plastic resin manufacturers, product…
Nominations Open for the Farm Dog of the Year
…By Bigandt/DepositPhotos image The American Farm Bureau Federation’s seventh annual Farm Dog of the Year Contest, co-sponsored by Nestle Purina Pet Care, celebrates farm dogs and the many ways they…
Rep. Mann to NASS: “We Rely on this Data”
…market insights for American farmers, ranchers, and agricultural producers. These insights help them effectively manage risk, build supply and demand estimates, and determine plans for commodity sourcing to remain operational….
New Labor Rule Developed in ‘Bad Faith and Should Be Immediately Withdrawn’
…final labor rule disregards the Supreme Court’s Cedar Point decision. He argues that the rule’s provisions ignore the concerns of American farmers and ranchers and should be withdrawn immediately. “The…
Farm Bill Frameworks Receiving Significant Industry Support
…cure for HLB. The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) has expressed appreciation for the acknowledgment of the need for additional investment in programs utilized by farmers and ranchers in both…
Farmers Buried by New Labor Rules
…employers in a mountain of regulations. American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall commented on today’s rule and DOL’s track record. “Farmers appreciate the men and women who work on…
Voices of the Valley: Innovations in Cross-Border Health Care for Ag Workers
Cross-border health care is growing in popularity as Mexico increasingly provides innovative, technologically advanced medical services at a cost-savings for employers. In fact, close to a million Americans cross the…
Lawmakers Explain Farm Bill Proposals
…Each title of this farm bill reflects a commitment to the American farmer and viable pathways to funding those commitments and is equally responsive to the politics of the 118th…
House and Senate Agriculture Committees Release Farm Bill Overview
…the American farmer and viable pathways to funding those commitments,” Thompson explained in a news release. Both proposals aim to adjust reference prices, potentially expand crop insurance, and allow farmers…
Farm Bureau Highlights ‘Tsunami of New Rules’ from Department of Labor
…American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall said that while farmers prioritize safety and protection for their workers, the new rule assumes guilt until innocence is proven. Duvall pointed out…