The National Pork Producers Council is joining with more than 100 public- and private-sector U.S. organizations in a global initiative to create international standards and codes of practices to prevent…
NCBA: KORUS “Tore Down” Trade Barriers, Helped Increase Beef Exports
National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) President Kevin Kester released the following statement in response to the signing of the modernized Korea-United States Trade Agreement (KORUS): “KORUS is a prime example…
American Farm Bureau Encouraged by Korea Trade Agreement
…relationship that greatly benefits America’s farmers and ranchers. South Korea bought $6.9 billion worth of U.S. agricultural goods last year, making it our sixth-largest export market. “Whether it’s corn, soybeans…
Perdue Comments on DOJ Filing in 9th Circuit Chlorpyrifos Ruling
…this crop protection tool endangers agricultural industries and is expected to have wide economic impacts. Given the court’s incorrect assessment of the scientific evidence, we thank the Department of Justice…
On-time Farm Bill Hopes Dim
…Lawmakers have yet to make any serious considerations towards extending the current farm bill to allow Congress time to deliver the next. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
USDA Outlines Next Steps for Advancing Animal Disease Traceability
…to show progress. USDA will also ensure all new traceability cooperative agreements will be contingent on measurable advancements toward these four goals. Source: USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service…
U.S., Canada Talks on NAFTA Offer Little Progress
…“a bad NAFTA deal.” Dairy market access remains a sticking point between the two nations, among a handful of other remaining issues. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Lower Pork Prices Helping Demand
…Japan, the Philippines, Australia, and Colombia. USDA will release its quarterly Hogs and Pigs report this Thursday, providing more pork production insight. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
EPA RFS Waiver Website Doesn’t Include Justification
…roughly 800 million bushels of corn demand. Skunes says corn farmers are “still waiting for a plan to ensure exemptions are accounted.” Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Perdue Comments on Signing of New KORUS Trade Agreement
…KORUS agreement that is a better deal for the entire United States economy, including the agricultural sector. This represents an important improvement in trade relations between our two nations, building…
NCGA Calls on Congress to Pass Farm Bill Before Heading Home
…times. NCGA encourages your continued cooperation and stands ready to be of assistance to meet this goal. Sincerely, Kevin Skunes President, National Corn Growers Association Source: National Corn Growers Association…
High-Yield Farming May Be Better for Environment Than Previously Believed
High-yield farming techniques appear to be a less intrusive method for agricultural production and a better means of addressing the rising demand for food. According to a study that was…
Trade Mitigation Package Now Covers Almonds, Cherries
…“Industry members should be proud that through a unified effort they were able to have their voices heard and be acknowledged for their contribution to the national economy, along with…
EPA Releases RFS Waiver Information Online
…Emily Skor says her group still has questions about how the EPA will resolve the issue of the lost gallons of biofuels. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….