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Farm Bill Delay Possible as Deadline Looms
…we actually need an extension.” Disagreements remain regarding conservation programs and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, which is the biggest issue to resolve. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News…
Tariffs Harming Ag Equipment Makers
More tariffs in the tit-for-tat trade war between the U.S. and China means more suffering for agriculture and agricultural equipment makers. Feeling the brunt of the trade war since it…
Trump China Trade War Troubling Talks with Japan
…war with Japan, and in attempt to avoid a bilateral agreement, Japan is urging the U.S. to consider rejoining the Trans-Pacific Partnership. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Canada Returns to DC for NAFTA Talks
…does appear to offer some concessions on dairy in exchange to preserve the dispute panels under Chapter 19 of the current deal. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
USDA Announces Investment to Expand Markets for Specialty Crop and Other Farmers
…tree nuts, and nursery crops. States use the SCBGP to fund research, agricultural extension activities and programs to increase demand for agricultural goods of value to farmers in the state…
U.S. Continues Demand for Dairy Fix in NAFTA
…of this month. Mexico officials are also back in Washington, DC to propel the handshake agreement between the U.S. and Mexico forward. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
U.S. Ag Coalition Sponsors U.S.-Cuba Business Meetings
…makers in Cuba’s newly formed government. The conference is planned for November 8-10 in Havana. Registration information is available at visit www.usagcoalition.com. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
NCGA Names Doggett as CEO
The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) announced Jon Doggett as the organization next CEO, taking the place of Chris Novak. Doggett is the fifth CEO in the organization’s 61-year history….
Growth Energy Launches Bus Tour Promoting E15
…he would like to end restriction on access to E15 year-round. However, action has yet to be taken to remove the barrier. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Farm Bureau Details Trade, Tariff Impacts on Agriculture
…to resolve trade concerns before resorting to tariffs. Tariffs targeting our largest agricultural export markets have resulted in retaliation against U.S. farmers, ranchers and agricultural and food businesses across the…
Garth Brooks Announces Private Concert for the National FFA Organization
Exclusive Show for the 91st National FFA Convention & Expo Garth Brooks, the reigning Country Music Association Entertainer of the Year, will take the stage in Indianapolis for a private…
USDA Partners to Improve Water and Wastewater Infrastructure for Rural Americans
…working with USDA to also provide funding for these projects. Hazlett announced the awards here today during the Water Pro Conference hosted by the National Rural Water Association. Below are…
Senators Grill Administration Officials at Trade Hearing
…Agricultural Affairs Ted McKinney, and USTR chief agricultural negotiator Gregg Doud. The questions boiled down to “when does the pain end for farmers?” Joe Donnelly of Indiana says, “It seems…