…change in Administration, has created confusion for farmers and ranchers with respect to eligibility and the application process for the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program –Additional Assistance.” An additional $13 billion…
FDA Launches Lettuce Sampling Campaign in Yuma County
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced it will be refocusing lettuce sampling efforts in Yuma County, Arizona. Romaine lettuce samples will be collected from commercial coolers during the…
CRP General Signup Period Extended by USDA
…as the Biden administration evaluates methods for increasing enrollment. “The Conservation Reserve Program provides a tremendous opportunity to address climate change both by retiring marginal cropland and by restoring grasslands,…
Vilsack Outlines USDA Opportunities During Confirmation Hearing
…Senate in the coming days. Vilsack previously served as Agriculture Secretary for eight years in the Obama administration. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet…
Participation in U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol May Bring Added Benefits to Growers
…be some secondary benefits in the future for industry members participating in the Protocol. “With all the emphasis now – particularly with this new administration – regarding environmental issues, we…
Climate Goals Established by President Biden Executive Orders
President Joe Biden has established a set of climate goals through recent Executive Orders. Climate appears to be a high priority for the new administration. Several executive orders have been…
Supplemental CFAP Payments Stalled with Biden’s Regulatory Freeze
…that work will continue in the coming days to review the program. “USDA and the Biden Administration intend to take additional steps to bring relief and support to all parts…
Animal Biotech Authority Becoming Point of Contention Between Agencies
…will move certain animal biotech authority from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to USDA. The effort has been largely supported by agricultural groups; however, FDA Commissioner Stephen Hahn…
Industry Concerned with Proposed Increases for Mill Assessments
…to look at lower-risk pesticides,” said Roger Isom, President and CEO of the Western Agricultural Processors Association and California Cotton Ginners and Growers Association. “The Administration has said the goal…
Biden Administration Welcomed by Agriculture Industry
…begin collaborating with the Biden Administration. President Biden has set several priorities for his administration prior to the swearing in ceremony, with climate change being a central theme. Farm groups…
USDA Announces Hemp Final Rule, Formalizing Regulatory Requirements
…concern that the new Biden Administration may reevaluate the rule. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For…
Dr. Jewel Bronaugh Nominated for Deputy Secretary of Agriculture
…aimed at addressing farmer stress and mental health challenges. Bronaugh also holds experience with the administration of various extension programs. There is optimism that Bronaugh’s background and working relationship with…
Wildland Fire Subcabinet Established Through Executive Order
An Executive Order issued by President Donald Trump will establish a Wildland Fire Subcabinet to improve interagency coordination. The Executive Order on Establishing The Wildland Fire Management Policy Committee aims…
The Western View: That Controversial President Richard Nixon
…Trump. Nixon was not the typical politician of any era. He was no glad-handing vote seeker; he was very secretive and awkward with people. He distanced himself from everyone and…