…Federation (NMPF), and National Farmers Union are also encouraging swift action from the Senate. “Nothing gets done if we cannot move forward. The broad industry and bipartisan support for passing…
Katherine Tai Confirmed as New U.S. Trade Representative
…opportunity to build on existing agreements with China and our North American neighbors, as well as create new opportunities with the European Union and the United Kingdom. Ms. Tai’s ability…
Industry Groups Call for Funding to Support Ag Export Markets
…promotional programs for agricultural products in the European Union. As markets begin to reopen globally, the coalition asserts that support is needed to ensure the viability of ag export markets…
Legislation Introduced to Repeal Federal Estate Tax
…supported by the National Association of Manufacturers, National Taxpayers Union, Family Business Coalition, and many others. AFBF has been working to alleviate the burdens of the death tax for quite…
2019 Crop Report Shows More Than $50 Billion in Cash Receipts
…annual growth rate for agricultural exports from California has averaged six percent. The leading export markets were the European Union and Canada. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag…
President Biden Ready to Sign Latest COVID Relief Legislation
…insecure Americans and expedites vaccine administration in rural communities,” National Farmers Union President Rob Larew said in a news release. “But the bill doesn’t just address our most imminently pressing…
American Rescue Plan Act Moving Forward with Senate Approval
…rural and agricultural issues,” said National Farmers Union President Rob Larew. “By building resilience across the food supply chain, supporting rural vaccine distribution, and offering historically disadvantaged farmers debt relief,…
FACA Expands Membership and Narrows Its Focus
…of Farmer Cooperatives, AFBF, and National Farmers Union. The founding members of FACA recently welcomed 14 new groups to the Steering Committee. New additions include the Association of Equipment Manufacturers,…
Senate Confirms Tom Vilsack as Agriculture Secretary for the Second Time
…than Tom Vilsack,” said National Farmers Union President Rob Larew. “After serving as Secretary of Agriculture for eight years, he knows the agency inside and out, giving him the insight…
Latest Pandemic Relief Bill Continues to Advance
…applaud the House Agriculture Committee for their efforts and urge the rest of the chamber to provide Americans with much-needed assistance by swiftly passing this bill,” National Farmers Union President…
USDA Providing Temporary Debt Relief to Thousands of Farmers
…the agency will help struggling farmers stay on their land and continue growing food for their fellow Americans,” National Farmers Union President Rob Larew said in a press release. “it…
American Ag Exports Threatened by EU-Mercosur Trade Pact
A trade agreement between the European Union (EU) and a coalition of countries collectively known as Mercosur could mean significant losses for American ag exports. Mercosur is made up of…
Biden Administration Welcomed by Agriculture Industry
…America recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic.” The American Farm Bureau Federation, National Corn Growers Association, National Farmers Union, and American Feed Industry Association were among the many organizations eager to…
Dr. Jewel Bronaugh Nominated for Deputy Secretary of Agriculture
…said National Farmers Union President Rob Larew. “She has amassed a wealth of experience and expertise over her long and impressive career, positioning her for success in her new role…