…the Secretary of Agriculture in the Committee on Foreign Investments. The conversation also touches on potential conflicts with private property rights and the broader implications of the bill on U.S….
Trump Names USDA Undersecretary Nominees
…Agriculture undersecretary for farm production and conservation; Dudley Hoskins as undersecretary for marketing and regulatory programs; Luke Lindberg as undersecretary for trade and foreign agricultural affairs; and Michael Boren as…
Interim Rule on Technical Guidelines for Climate-Smart Agriculture Crops Used as Biofuel Feedstocks Announced
…conservation opportunities for agriculture,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. “Today’s action also builds on the Biden-Harris Administration’s historic work to create greater opportunity for homegrown, renewable biofuels. From making E15…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 01-20-25
…as no-till, strip-till, and cover crops to reduce carbon emissions. They also explore the introduction of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and the required infrastructure. Former Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack’s comments…
Vilsack Finalizes Third Rule Under the Packers and Stockyards Act
USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack has finalized a third rule under the Packers and Stockyards Act aimed at leveling the playing field for farmers who contract with meat and poultry processing…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 01-17-25
…outgoing Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. They share personal anecdotes about working with Secretary Vilsack and compare his tenure to that of former Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue. The conversation highlights Vilsack’s…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 01-16-25
…USDA’s New Rule for Poultry Industry: Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack sheds light on a newly finalized rule under the Packers and Stockyards Act. The discussion explores the revamped poultry tournament…
USDA Finalizes Key Reforms for Farmers
…livestock and poultry markets, citing time constraints in the current administration. Agriculture Secretary Thomas J. Vilsack. Secretary Vilsack emphasized the importance of the finalized rule in addressing issues raised by…
USDA Confirms Poultry Rule Will Not Be Finalized
…participants and the broader market. The decision, announced by Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, is due to limited time remaining in the Biden administration’s term. The proposed rule sought to address…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 01-14-25
…offers scholarships and internships to support the next generation of ag professionals. Sabrina reports on comments from U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on key initiatives and new regulations implemented by…
Livestock Producer Evaluates Trump Pick for Ag Secretary
…compared to the outgoing Agriculture Secretary, Tom Vilsack. “We were limited in our access to Secretary Vilsack. This will be a refreshing, open book for us. We feel very positive…
American Agriculture History Minute-Gaining Control of the Might Mississippi River
…purchase the entire territory of Louisiana after it was offered. Overcoming the opposition of the Federalist Party. Then, Jefferson and Secretary of State James Madison persuaded Congress to ratify and…
NCBA Comments on CTA Injunction Reinstatement
…cattle producers consult with their attorneys or tax professionals about their reporting obligations. On Christmas Eve, NCBA sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, urging a delay in enforcing…
U.S. Wins USMCA Biotechnology Dispute with Mexico, Securing Market Access for GE Corn
…of evidence demonstrating the safety of agricultural biotechnology, which is upheld by rigorous, science-driven regulatory systems,” said U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack. Under the terms of USMCA, Mexico now…