…Administration has undertaken historic efforts to grow independent meat and poultry processing capacity in nearly every state, to bolster local and regional food systems so that farmers can sell directly…
NCFC President Responds to Decision to Revoke Approval of Dicamba Products
…and Deputy Secretary during President George W. Bush’s administration. Conner is also a native of Benton County, Indiana. The ruling by U.S. District Court judge David Bury says that the…
USDA Spotlight on Specialty Crops
…profitability of their operations,” she said. “This is really about a number of initiatives that USDA has launched in this administration to ensure that our programs increase competition for producers…
Federal Investments to Support U.S. Specialty Crops
…the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to supporting the specialty crops industry, contributing to rural communities, and ensuring market access for American products. The grants target diverse areas, from trade and regulatory…
Questions and Concerns with California Budget Proposal
…how the budget will affect agriculture. A budget deficit of $37.9 billion is being reported by the Newsom Administration, which is a significant departure from a previous estimate of $68…
AgNet Weekly: President Pauses Pending LGN Exports
The Biden administration issued a temporary pause on pending decisions on Liquefied Natural Gas exports – with the exception of unanticipated and immediate national security emergencies. During this period, they…
Water Strategy Outlined in California Water Commission Report
…result of extensive public outreach and aligns with the directives of the Newsom Administration’s Water Resilience Portfolio Action 26.3. Recommendations in the white paper emphasize four crucial strategies for addressing…
USDA Provides Awards for Organic Market Development and Promotion
…Administration’s commitment to creating new and improved markets for farmers and aiding those interested in transitioning to organic production. The funded projects, distributed in states like California, Colorado, and Vermont,…
Week in Review: Cuts in California’s Budget & Advanced Clean Fleets Enforcement Delay
The proposed budget will reportedly close what the Newsom Administration conservatively projects as a $37.86 billion shortfall. There is once again talk of a possible government shutdown and one expert…
California Budget Proposal Includes Funding Reductions and Delays
Governor Gavin Newsom has presented the 2024-25 state budget proposal. The proposed budget will reportedly close what the Newsom Administration conservatively projects as a $37.86 billion shortfall. Last month, the…
USDA and USTR Seek New Trade Advisory Committee Members
…offers advice to the administration on existing U.S. trade agreements, negotiations for new agreements, and other trade policy matters. Additionally, the six Agricultural Technical Advisory Committees focus on specific agricultural…
RAPP a 2023 ‘Success’
…he said trade got negative marks for the year. However, there were some trade successes. “One thing the Biden administration did that was great and that we support, they announced…
Expert Says Ag Trade Needs Improvement
…So that’s the good news.” However, he said it’s a mixed bag. “I think the bad news is we’ve not really seen sufficient support from Congress or the Biden administration…
Coalition Calls on Governor Newsom to Address Supply Chain Challenges Threatening California Ag
…coalition aims for collaborative discussions with the administration on regulatory relief and infrastructure investments to find mutually beneficial solutions that enhance the California economy and simultaneously address environmental concerns. Highlighted…