The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) announced the availability of funding to help assure rural communities have sufficient access to livestock veterinary services….
Perdue Comments Regarding Omnibus Spending Bill
…for forest management, we can mitigate the frequency and severity of future fire seasons. Increased support for broadband Internet access is in line with Administration goals and will be an…
NCBA Encouraged by “Positive Developments” in Omnibus Spending Bill
Colin Woodall, Senior Vice President of Government Affairs for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), released the following statement: “The omnibus spending bill includes a number of positive developments for…
Right Time to Plant for Summer Veggies
…tomatoes, eggplants, squashes, cucumbers, melons, peppers, and okra. Wait until the last frost is safely behind before moving them from protected pots to their future space in the garden. Then…
NFU Concerned About Harmful Modifications to Section 199A
…National Farmers Union opposed these changes to the tax provision. In responding to the omnibus language, NFU President Roger Johnson says, “We are deeply disappointed that Congress included harmful modifications…
John Deere Concerned About Trade Retaliation
…threats to withdraw from the North American Free Trade Agreement, or if China imposes its own tariffs and quotas on American goods. When it comes to manufacturing their products, Deere…
U.S. Talking With Other Countries About Tariff Exemptions
The U.S. is currently discussing the possibility of steel and aluminum tariff exemptions with a handful of other countries. A Reuters report says America is currently in talks with the…
European Union Approves Bayer Takeover of Monsanto, with Conditions
…ensures that there will be effective competition and innovation in seeds, pesticides, and digital agriculture markets after the merger is complete. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Trump Administration Formally Requests Fast-Track Extension
…says, “I hope my administration can continue to work with Congress to pursue new and better trade deals for America’s workers, farmers, ranchers, and businesses.” Congress last passed trade promotion…
Perdue: Administration Unlikely to Cap RIN Prices
…by the ethanol industry. Perdue described the possible scenario at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. Perdue says, “We will not see RIN prices capped, but market prices, affecting…
Almond Matters: California Ag Day Highlights Sustainability
…California farmers have gotten even more creative in recent years in terms of sustainable agricultural practices. One of the most innovative industries when it comes to sustainability is the almond…
V. P. Pence Presents National Ag Day Proclamation to Secretary Perdue
…National Ag Day Proclamation to Secretary Perdue. Vice President Mike Pence was joined by Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue and FFA Minnesota Treasurer Spencer Flood to celebrate National Agriculture Day at…
Ag Bankers, Accountants Oppose Sugar Policy Modernization Act
…the price safety net for American sugar farmers. The collapse of domestic sugar producers would cause major disruptions in the supply chain for food manufacturers and American consumers. The economic…
Culver’s Launching Third Annual #FarmingFridays Project
…and is part of Culver’s Thank You Farmers Project, which returns this Friday, March 23. #FarmingFridays invites influencers from across the agricultural industry to share their stories on Culver’s Facebook,…