…U.S. Grains Council are expressing their concern that the potential threat of withdrawal is already affecting grain trading with other countries. Tom Sleight, president of the U.S. Grains Council, says…
Almond Board: Farmland Trusts
In this week’s Almond Update, we hear about one farmer’s decision to place an agricultural conservation easement on his property. Sabrina Hill talks with Tom Ulm, president of Ulm Farms…
House Ag Committee Leaders Call for NAFTA Conclusion
…NAFTA negotiations is hurting American exports in an increasingly competitive international economy. U.S. Grains Council President and CEO Tom Sleight said the South American grain companies are improving their competitiveness…
Ethanol Summit of the Americas Talks Global Usage
…event runs through Friday (10/20/2017) and is sponsored by the U.S. Grains Council, the Renewable Fuels Association, and the Iowa Corn Promotion Board. Tom Sleight, U.S. Grains Council president, and…
Vilsack says Clovis Lacks Experience for USDA Post
Vilsack Former Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says Sam Clovis doesn’t have credibility for the post-Clovis is nominated to serve at the Department of Agriculture. Clovis is the nominee for the…
American Biofuels Producers Demand U.S. Government Respond to Brazilian Tariff
…Grains Council President and CEO Tom Sleight. “I look forward to the day we are back to working together on global markets rather than putting in place protectionist measures that…
Experts Predict Little Ag Damage in DACA Action
An immigration attorney told the Capital Press this week that any changes to DACA, the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, would have little impact on agriculture. Tom Roach, a…
U.S. and Mexican Dairy Industries Make United Call
…border,” said USDEC President and CEO Tom Vilsack. “That goal is all the more essential given other nations’ efforts to pursue harmful and disruptive approaches to dairy trade with Mexico…
RFA, USGC, Growth Energy Statement On Brazil Decision To Impose U.S. Ethanol Import Tariff
…and CEO Tom Sleight and Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor: “We are disappointed and discouraged to see the ruling out of Brazil today imposing a tariff on U.S. ethanol. Given…
U.S. Forest Service Chief Tidwell Announces Retirement
Tidwell U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell announced his retirement after a 40-year career, characterized by his climb from a firefighter to a District Ranger, Forest Supervisor to the head…
Vilsack Helping Create Support for Democrats in Middle America
Vilsack Former Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack is dedicating some of his time in trying to help the Democratic party gain support in middle America. ABC News reports Vilsack is part…
Alumnus Montgomery Returns as New Fresno State Winemaker
…and a winemaker and vineyard manager at Mission View Vineyards in Paso Robles. “Tom’s vast winemaking experience and knowledge is an excellent fit for our enology program and will enable…
Trump Endorsed Immigration Bill Could Harm Farm Labor
A bill endorsed by President Donald Trump that would change the U.S. immigration system may harm farm labor. The bill by Republican Senators Tom Cotton of Arkansas and David Perdue…
Wind Power Advancing in U.S.
…clear with another strong jump in the number of wind projects moving forward,” said Tom Kiernan, CEO of AWEA. “Wind energy makes our power system more reliable and resilient and…