…market and population, and they all need to be fed. China needs ag imports, and that is something we can supply.” The National Association of Farm Broadcasting and the American…
Build Back Better Framework Announced by President Joe Biden
President Joe Biden recently announced the Build Back Better framework for the budget reconciliation bill. The $1.75 trillion plan includes provisions for significant climate investments, particularly in the agricultural sector….
U.S.-Mexico Ag Officials Establish Working Group
…provincial agricultural officials of Canada, the U.S. and Mexico to work together on agricultural trade and development issues, a long-standing commitment to trade by the three countries. The National Association…
Food Security is National Security Act Introduced in Senate
…Association of Farm Broadcasting and the American Farm Bureau Federation contributed to this report. Food Security is National Security Act Introduced in Senate Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March…
Week in Review: Record-Setting Port Traffic and Pesticide Residues Remain Low
…will soon have an opportunity to vote on whether to continue their federal marketing order. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to receive the latest agricultural headlines directly in your inbox….
Despite Objections, State Water Board Votes to Increase Fees
The State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) recently voted to further increase fees related to water quality and water rights. President and CEO of the Western Agricultural Processors Association (WAPA),…
Working Group Highlights Ag Supply Chain Challenges and Solutions
The Agricultural Transportation Working Group (ATWG) has detailed the challenges facing the ag supply chain and provided recommendations for addressing the issues. In a letter sent to Transportation Secretary Pete…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 10-29-21
…alfalfa, information on the role that biostimulants play in IPM strategies, and a report on the upcoming Agricultural Outlook Forum. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews,…
Crops Sector Received 65% of PPP Loans for Agriculture in 2020
…remaining $2.1 billion went to livestock operations. The National Association of Farm Broadcasting and the American Farm Bureau Federation contributed to this report. Crops Sector Received 65% of PPP Loans…
Fish and Wildlife Service Seeks to Reverse Trump Era Rules
…ranchers to share their stories during the proposed rule change comment period. The National Association of Farm Broadcasting and the American Farm Bureau Federation contributed to this report. Fish and…
Support Grows for Sustainable Productivity Growth Coalition
…through productivity growth that optimizes agricultural sustainability across social, economic, and environmental dimensions. Vilsack says, “We initiated this because it’s clear that increasing agricultural productivity is essential to meet the…
Higher Food Prices Should Ease a Bit in 2022
…to persist deep into 2022 as clogged supply chains, labor shortages, and continuing consumer demand pushes costs higher. The National Association of Farm Broadcasting and the American Farm Bureau Federation…
Almond Update: Almond Leadership Program Accepting Applications
…skillset in the next generation of leaders within the agricultural industry. Participants will engage in training seminars and other hands-on learning opportunities. The program delves into the most pressing issues…
Comment Period Open for NEPA Implementation
…changes are reportedly intended to restore regulatory provisions that had been amended under the Trump Administration last year. Many agricultural industry members had celebrated the updates that were made in…