…standards, ensuring they align with the evolving needs of the organic market. It was introduced by Representatives Dan Newhouse, Jimmy Panetta, Salud Carbajal, David Valadao, and Chellie Pingree. “CIAO is…
Lawmakers Seek Fresh Produce Procurement Reform
…of Agriculture’s (USDA) ability to purchase U.S.-grown fresh fruits and vegetables for those in need. The bipartisan H.R. 5589 was introduced by Representative Rosa DeLauro, David Valadao, Alma Adams, and…
CLas-Positive ACP Confirmed in Ventura County
…leaf. USDA/ARS Photo by David Hall This marks the first instance of a CLas-positive ACP being found in Ventura County. Fortunately, no Huanglongbing (HLB) quarantine zone will be established due…
Farm Bureau Shines Innovation Spotlight on Ag
…They are: anu, Indiana. Team lead: Scott Massey Appanoose Manufactured Products, Iowa. Team lead: Mark Mendick Barn Owl Precision Agriculture, Colorado. Team lead: Sarah Hinkley Idem Irrigation, Nebraska. Team lead:…
NPPC President Not Willing to ‘Bet the Farm’ on Prop 12
…(NPPC) President Scott Hays says it’s an individual choice, and one his family farm turned down. Scott Hays President, National Pork Producers Council “If you think about it from a…
AgNet Weekly: EATS Act Part One
…David Scott (D-GA). This week and next week, we are focusing on the two sides of the EATS Act. Next week, you’ll hear Sabrina’s full interview on the opposition with…
Two Sides of the EATS Act
…Agriculture Committee Chair G.T. Thompson (R-PA) and ranking member David Scott (D-GA). The letter states “The EATS Act goes beyond overturning Proposition 12 to threaten many other state laws. The…
FARM Act Would Guard U.S. Ag Land from Foreign Control
…and Tuberville are joined by Senators Mike Braun (R-IN), Roger Marshall (R-KS), Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), and Rick Scott (R-FL). “Many Hoosiers are concerned about foreign countries buying up farmland, and…
National FFA Membership Reaches All-Time High
…U.S., Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. National FFA CEO Scott Stump says, “It’s exciting to see our numbers grow and know we continue to influence the next generation…
Specialty Crop Legislation Introduced in U.S. House
…introduced by Representatives David Valadao, Darren Soto, and Doug LaMalfa. It will establish a program to support producers with the marketing of their products. The program would be modeled after…
Xochitl Torres Small Confirmed as U.S. Deputy Secretary of Agriculture
…position, House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member David Scott expressed confidence in her abilities. “When we worked together as members of the House Agriculture Committee, I was always impressed by her…
Challenges for House Ag Labor Working Group
…(WASHINGTON, DC/June 21, 2023) — House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson (PA-15) and Ranking Member David Scott (GA-13) released the following joint statement after announcing the formation of…
Lawmakers Establish Bipartisan Agricultural Labor Working Group
…House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson and Ranking Member David Scott. The two lawmakers noted that the group has been formed in response to industry comments and concerns….
AgNet Weekly: Dan Kildee on Mexico, GMO Corn, and the USMCA
…the legislative issues of the livestock industry and other matters related to California and Southeast agriculture. July 20, 2024: Author David Lipsky on Climate and the Science of Denial –…