…to manage funding. The program aims to support crop growers facing low prices, high input costs, and natural disasters. Additionally, the American Relief Act includes up to $20 billion for…
USDA Decides to Delivers on Rural Energy Commitments
…the flexibility to realign their projects with that mission,” Rollins stated. The updated guidance marks a departure from policies associated with the Green New Deal and the Inflation Reduction Act….
Impact of the Clean Water Act on Landowners
By egonzitter/DepositPhotos image Today’s report looks at the impact of the Clean Water Act on landowners since 1972 and the changes in the definition of “Waters of the US” under…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 03-28-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. Lorrie Boyer and Nick Papagni, “The AgMeter” discuss the Waters of the US (WOTUS) rule under the Clean Water Act…
NCBA Weighs Opening WOTUS Request for Information
National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) weighs in on the Trump Administration’s opening of the Waters of the US (WOTUS) Act request for information. NCBA Weighs Opening WOTUS Request for Information…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 03-27-25
…the impact of weather on pollination. Jameson emphasized the importance of accurate timing for retailers and the use of advanced technology like optical sorters for quality control. He also addressed…
FDA Plans to Extend the Compliance Date for the Food Traceability Rule
…enhancing transparency and food safety. The final rule, issued in 2022 under the Food Safety Modernization Act, mandates additional traceability record-keeping for entities involved in manufacturing, processing, packing, or holding…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 03-20-25
…and Nick discuss the Smoke Exposure Research Act, a bipartisan bill introduced by US Senators Alex Padilla and Jeff Merkley, and Representatives Mike Thompson and Doug LaMalfa. The bill aims…
USDA Expediting Direct Economic Assistance to Agricultural Producers
…schedule, ensuring farmers have the resources necessary to manage rising expenses and secure financing for next season.” Authorized by the American Relief Act, 2025, these economic relief payments are based…
Campaign Launched to Block the EATS Act
…with fewer safeguards. “OCM is fully committed to fighting the EATS Act’s inclusion in the farm bill,” said OCM President Taylor Haynes. Campaign Launched to Block the EATS Act Ending…
EPA to Revise Waters of the U.S. Rule
…EPA. Today’s guidance is an important step toward refocusing the Clean Water Act to its original purpose. NCBA thanks EPA Administrator Zeldin for his work to finally close a decades-long…
Introduction of the Supporting Innovation in Agriculture Act
DepositPhotos image The Coalition for Specialty Crop Innovation celebrates the bipartisan introduction of the Supporting Innovation in Agriculture Act in the U.S. House of Representatives by Ways and Means Tax…
Montana Farmers Union President Warns New Tariffs Will Hurt Agriculture
…and Stockyards Act strengthened protections for family livestock producers. Lawmakers should maintain these common-sense, farmer-focused actions. “We should better equip USDA to enforce these rules by passing the Meat and…