Some farm groups are expressing disappointment over a court’s ruling to return the grey wolf to the endangered species list. American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall said in a…
Record Setting Ag Exports Surpass 2021 Expectations
According to trade information from the U.S. Department of Commerce, ag exports set a new record in 2021. Exports of American farm and food products totaled $177 billion, surpassing forecasts…
Enrollment Deadline for Dairy Risk Management Programs Extended
…Coverage (SDMC) is now March 25. Dairy producers are being encouraged to enroll as soon possible for the programs to help mitigate economic risk. “Over the past two years, American…
VofV: How to Establish Trust When it Comes to Food Safety
…out more at WGA.com. This episode is all about how to establish trust – and move away from a regulatory “gotcha” mentality! Bonnie Fernandez-Fenaroli, Executive Director of the Center for…
USDA Supports Climate-Smart Commodities with $1 Billion Investment
…funding to meet national and global demand and expand market opportunities for climate-smart commodities to increase the competitive advantage of American producers. We want a broad array of agriculture and…
Eggplant Varieties Best to Grow in a Home Garden
…to cook, delicious and nutritious. There are many varieties you can grow in your garden if you want to venture away from the common American eggplant found at your local…
Nearly $73 Million Available Through USDA’s Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
…and further expanding the specialty crop sector through various types of projects. Funding support is also meant to explore new market opportunities for American agricultural products. The SCBGP is made…
Lawmakers Continue to Press Biden Administration for Supply Chain Relief
…allow for more expedited movement of shipping containers. Other considerations could also be made to improve the availability of equipment such as containers and chassis. Backlogs at American ports have…
Meat Prices Inquiry by House Oversight Subcommittee
…statement, he said over the past year, the cost of these products has risen for American families, while profits for all four companies have soared. “While some companies may claim…
Court Issues a Stay of Enforcement for Proposition 12 Provisions
…chain and the burdensome and costly provisions of Prop 12,” President and CEO of the North American Meat Institute, Julie Anna Potts said in a press release. “To enforce the…
EPA Announces Stricter Pollution Enforcement
…the American Rescue Plan to enhance local air monitoring for pollutants of greatest concern in communities facing health disparities. The largest investment in community-based monitoring systems in EPA history will…
American Farm Bureau Changes Stance on Part of Cattle Transparency Act
The American Farm Bureau federation revised its support of the Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act. Farm Bureau says while it supports robust negotiated sales, delegates voted to oppose government…
Industry Engagement Encouraged for Proposed WOTUS Revision
…Groups such as the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) are encouraging industry members to submit comments on the proposal before February 7. “We must help policymakers and the public understand…
USDA Outlines Long-Term Strategy for Addressing Wildfire Crisis
…and the American people for entrusting us to do this important work.” The Forest Service remains committed to sustaining the health, diversity and productivity of all of America’s forests. Visit…