…two current treatments—formalin and hydrogen peroxide. While both are U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved, they are more expensive than copper sulfate. Hydrogen peroxide costs 89 cents per treatment,…
Seeds to Sow After the Frost and Snow
…on your area’s climate. One way to do so is by visiting the Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Many of the most popular crops, such as tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, cucumber and…
Trudeau Talks Dairy Trade with House Speaker Ryan
…for America’s dairy farmers,” among other topics. Trudeau met with President Donald Trump focusing on trade and security, but did not touch on the dairy issue, according to the Hagstrom…
Trump Tells Canada to Expect Only “Tweaking” of NAFTA
During his visit with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (true-doh), U.S. President Donald Trump said there would only be “tweaking” needed to the North American Free Trade Agreement. Trump called…
U.S. Distillers Grains Exports Reached 11.48 Million Metric Tons in 2016
…2016 because of China’s protectionist actions to shut out U.S. distillers grains. Last week, RFA and our partnering organizations sent a letter to President Trump, alerting him to China’s unfair…
Agriculture Committee Facing Confirmation Hearings
…Trading Commission, and one for the Farm Credit Administration board. Senate aides told The Hagstrom Report that considering nominees for confirmation is a primary responsibility of the Senate Agriculture Committee,…
Japan Trade Talks Assigned to Pence
President Donald Trump has assigned Vice President Mike Pence to lead economic dialogue with Japan following meetings with Japan’s Prime Minister. Trump and Japan’s Prime Minister Shinzo Abe (Sheen-zoh-ah bay)…
Dairy, Ag Groups Urge President Trump to Raise New Canadian Milk Pricing Scheme Issue in Meeting with Prime Minister Trudeau
…President Trump to make this a top priority for his administration and we urge Prime Minister Trudeau to ensure Canada meets its obligations.” Holding Canada to its dairy trade agreements…
Trump Tax Announcement Looming
…the administration would make a tax-related announcement this month. Talks regarding a tax plan by President Trump are apparently coming along well, and Trump indicated an announcement would be coming…
House, Senate Transportation Committees Planning a Busy Year
…improvements, estimated at $3.6 trillion. President Trump has said he will propose a massive infrastructure improvement plan for the U.S. that could total up to $1 trillion. In a recent…
Organic Welfare Rule Delayed
…new rule see it as a sign that it may not be put into effect. “We’re pleased to see the Trump Administration re-examine this last-minute, misguided rule,” said Jim Byrum,…
Agri View: Political Winds
…administration will involve farmers in dealing with two matters. Look for government control of flowing water to undergo some significant changes. Those changes will involve farmers. And farmers will very…
USGC, RFA, Growth Energy Urge Administration to Address China Trade Tariffs on Ethanol, DDGs
…with our industry and will work with the Trump Administration to get our relationship back on an even and fair footing.” “Growth Energy is extremely disappointed with the decision by…
A “Huge Victory:” Cattlemen Hail U.S. House Passage of Resolution to Repeal BLM’s Planning 2.0 Rule
…2.0 Rule, calling it a “huge victory” for America’s ranchers. If the U.S. Senate also quickly passes the resolution, it would go to the White House for President Trump’s signature….