…whether or not we’re winning or losing on trade.” U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer listed deficit reduction as the administration’s number one goal in the negotiations. Vetter says the administration’s…
“Good-Guy” Fungus to Take on Killer of Oaks and Ornamental Crops
…“Ramorum Blight.” This disease afflicts rhododendron, viburnum, camellia and other woody ornamental plants. Chemical fumigation and soil sterilization are two common methods of keeping nursery stock blight-free—and compliant with federal…
Senate Democrats Revive Bill to End Cuba Embargo
…five years, with even bigger gains possible. However, the bill faces stiff opposition from the Republican Party and the Trump administration. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Renewable Fuels Association Calls RFS Proposal for Conventional Biofuels Justified
…the federal agency to increase its proposed cellulosic ethanol requirement to reflect growing technologies at existing ethanol plants. The EPA proposed to set the conventional biofuels volume under the Renewable…
Growth Energy Calls Court Decision on RVO’s a Win for Consumers
…recent RVO proposal from the Trump Administration’s EPA reversed course and set the ethanol RVO’s at the targets intended by Congress. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
South Korea Asks for KORUS Review Delay
South Korea last week requested the Trump administration to postpone any review of the U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement until a new trade minister is appointed in South Korea. The request…
Poultry Producers Comment on NAFTA Renegotiation Plans
…Farm Broadcasting News Service. from National Chicken Council US Poultry Industry Weighs in on NAFTA Renegotiation In a recent letter to the current administration, the North American Agriculture and Trade…
Agricultural Chemical Use Survey Results Released
…Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is the federal government’s official source of statistics about on-farm and post-harvest commercial fertilizer and pesticide use and pest management practices. NASS conducts agricultural chemical use…
Trucks Carry Majority of NAFTA Freight
…Mexico. Those statistics come just weeks before the Trump administration is set to renegotiate NAFTA, which includes the top trading partners for U.S. agriculture. From the National Association of Farm…
Japan Beef Tariff Increase Highlights Need for Trade Agreement
…producers and consumers. Nobody wins in this situation. Our producers lose access, and beef becomes a lot more expensive for Japanese consumers. We hope the Trump Administration and Congress realize…
Tax Reform Crucial for America’s Farmers, Ranchers
Duvall Congressional leaders and administration officials have released a statement on tax reform that addresses many issues of importance to America’s farm and ranch families. The following statement about that…
EPA, U.S. Army Move to Rescind 2015 “Waters of the U.S.”
…is thoughtful, transparent and collaborative with other agencies and the public.” This proposed rule follows February 28, 2017, Presidential Executive Order on “Restoring the Rule of Law, Federalism, and Economic…
Apiculture Insurance Expanded to More States
…breeding stock. “Expanding this coverage so that more producers can participate in the Federal crop insurance program strengthens the rural economy through a broader farm safety net,” said RMA Acting…
EWG Study Finds High Nitrate Levels in Rural Drinking Water Systems
…states above the level that research by the National Cancer Institute shows increases the risk of cancer – a level just half of the federal government’s legal limit for nitrate…