…creating good jobs, and economic growth in the U.S. During the conference at various events, he highlighted USDA partnerships and initiatives that put agriculture, forestry, and rural communities at the…
Report: U.S. Animal Protein Needs Trade Negotiators Back at the Table
…the Phase One agreement, but the U.S. withdrawal from the Trans-Pacific Partnership cost U.S. exporters some opportunities. The report adds diversification of markets and products is vital for a vibrant…
Week in Review: Water Board Raises Fees & Water Pumping Rules Reevaluated
…Department of Transportation to address transportation challenges. Several lawmakers and agricultural organizations have expressed concern regarding a new joint operating plan for California water projects. While cotton growers have been…
New Federal-State Partnership to Address Transportation Infrastructure
A new partnership between state and federal officials seeks to bolster transportation infrastructure. Issues of transportation continue to create significant challenges in the food supply chain. Governor Gavin Newsom recently…
Build Back Better Framework Announced by President Joe Biden
…a statement. “The framework includes a multitude of investments to help rural America, including establishing the Rural Partnership Program (RPP).” About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director,…
Port of Los Angeles Experiences Another Record Month for Cargo
…to last year’s figures. For ag producers, the shortage of available containers has been compounded by other delays and setbacks in transportation routes. Efforts are ongoing to attempt to remedy…
California Enters Domestic Mutual Reliance Agreement with FDA
…the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act, the Partnership for Food Protection, and the New Era of Smarter Food Safety blueprint. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director,…
USDA Investing $3 Billion to Address Multiple Agricultural Issues
…Vilsack also outlined a new climate partnership initiative. The planned investment is intended to address challenges related to drought, market disruptions, animal health, and school food supply chains. “The coronavirus…
USDA Investing $75 million in Projects with Focus on Climate-Smart Ag
The Department of Agriculture will invest nearly $75 million for 15 partner-led projects to address natural resource concerns on private lands. This year, projects funded by the Regional Conservation Partnership…
Taiwan Threatens to Take China Before the WTO
…move should cast doubt over its recent application to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership free trade group. Relations between Taiwan and China are at their lowest…
Industry Groups Weigh-In on Meat Processing Infrastructure
…of the industry and prevent further consolidation and expansion of the largest processors. Other considerations NFU highlighted were the need for offering technical assistance and expanding partnership opportunities to maximize…
First Giant Hornet Nest of 2021 Found in Washington State
…States. They are the world’s largest hornet and prey on honeybees and other insects. This is the first known nest found this year, and agriculture officials in the Pacific Northwest…
CRP Acreage Falls Short of Goal at Just Under Three Million Acres
…27 million acres by 2023. President and CEO of the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership, Whit Fosburgh said that CRP enrollment has hit 30-year lows in recent years. Contracts for four…
Week in Review: Higher Energy Rates on Horizon, Water Resiliency Resources Available
Pacific Gas & Electric has recently submitted its 2023-2026 Phase One General Rate Case which proposes a significant upsurge in energy rates. A partnership between Western United Dairies (WUD) and…