…lead to significant litigation in the future. Districts that are opposed to the plan for unimpaired flows requirements will have 30 days to file any challenges with the court. About…
World Ag Expo Gearing Up with Top Product Winners
The International Agri-Center will once again be the gathering place for agriculture industries from all over the world in February. The World Ag Expo has kicked off official build-up to the…
Groups Respond to House Passage of Farm Bill
…the farm bill’s adoption. American Farm Bureau Federation Farm Bill Passage Brings Farmers, Ranchers Added Certainty The following may be attributed to American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall: “Today’s passage of…
2018 Farm Bill Conference Report Released, Members, Officials and Associations Comment
…on both sides has officially been approved and structured into a bipartisan bill that is said to benefit farmers, families and rural communities. Many people commented on the process and…
California Farm Bureau Urges House to Pass Farm Bill
…to benefit organic farming. The bill will also enhance trade programs to encourage exports of American farm goods. “Farm exports support jobs in rural California, of course, but also in…
New WOTUS Rule Proposal Brings Optimism
…and streams that only hold water when it rains. “This welcome action from the EPA and Army Corps will help bring clarity to Clean Water Act regulations and help farmers…
EPA and Army Propose New “Waters of the United States” Definition
…Reviewing the ‘Waters of the United States’ Rule.” The Executive Order states that it is in the national interest to ensure that the nation’s navigable waters are kept free from…
NCBA to Congress: Vote “Yes” to Get 2018 Farm Bill Across the Finish Line
National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) President Kevin Kester issued the following statement in response to the release of the 2018 Farm Bill conference report: “The release of the Farm Bill…
Secretary Perdue Statement on Release of Farm Bill Conference Report
…helpful provisions and we will continue to build upon these through our authorities. As farmers prepare to make decisions about next season, I commend the leadership of the conference committee…
House and Senate Ag Committee Leaders Release Farm Bill Conference Report
…2018 Farm Bill conference report. “America’s farmers and ranchers are weathering the fifth year of severe recession, so passing a farm bill this week that strengthens the farm safety net…
Cattlemen Urge Action to Reduce Trade Barriers in Japan
National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) President Kevin Kester urged the Trump Administration to move quickly to tear down trade barriers for U.S. beef in Japan. Speaking at a public hearing on the…
CDFA Updates Website to Assist Farmers and Ranchers Impacted by Wildfires
…the cattle sector because that’s a lot of rangeland. So, losing winter forage, and fencing, outdoor buildings.” CDFA Updates Website to Assist Farmers and Ranchers Impacted by Wildfires About the…
Farm Bureau Honors Former President Wenger for Distinguished Service
…continued contributions,” Johansson said. In nominating Wenger for the award, the Stanislaus County Farm Bureau pointed to his “lifetime in leadership roles in agriculture,” starting as a state Future Farmers…
U.S. Beef Gains New Market Access in Morocco
…beef products is an important step in ensuring that American farmers and ranchers can continue to expand their exports of U.S. agricultural products,” said Ambassador Lighthizer. “I welcome Morocco’s agreement…