…interests are calling for $300 million in support. In a letter sent to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, the organizations highlight the turmoil caused by the pandemic and the need for…
Climate-Smart Agriculture Report Outlines USDA Strategy
…can lead the world in solutions that will increase climate resilience, sequester carbon, enhance agricultural productivity, and maintain critical environmental benefits,” Agriculture Secretary Vilsack said in a press release. “At…
Industry Group Voices Opposition to Proposed Mill Assessment Increase
…Isom explained. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those…
More Than $45 Million Coming to Support Wood Projects
…led by production of renewable fuel and energy and biobased products grown and manufactured here in the U.S.,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a press release. “The American Jobs…
Farmers Have Rights to Refuse Property Access in Certain Instances
…them, but you don’t have to grant them consent.” Listen to the interview below. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture…
Budget Revision Puts Surplus to Good Use for Agriculture
…“That’s a remarkable investment and is an important one for agriculture,” Ross noted. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester…
Bronaugh Confirmation Receives High Praise from Ag Industry
…agricultural industry both in government agencies as well as academia. “Deputy Secretary Bronaugh brings unique experience to USDA from her time serving as Commissioner of the Virginia Department of Agriculture…
Mexico’s Organic Requirements for U.S. Exports Delayed Until 2022
…31, 2021,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a press release. “USDA-certified organic products may continue to be exported through 2021. USDA will continue to work with U.S. organic exporters…
Conserving and Restoring America the Beautiful Report Outlines 30×30 Plan
…it lacks specifics. I had several positive conversations with Secretary Vilsack about 30×30 and we will work with him and his colleagues to ensure the details live up to promises…
More Than $92 Million in LAMP Grants Being Made Available
…Agricultural Marketing service will be providing technical assistance to help applicants with RFAs. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester…
Carbon Bank Pilots Before USDA Rollout?
…has been a vocal advocate of a carbon bank. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has indicated that a carbon bank would align with other USDA efforts to engage agriculture as a…
Ag Exporters: ‘We Need Action Now; Not Additional Studies’
…Bureau Federation, California Citrus Mutual, National Milk Producers Federation, and Western Growers Association. A copy of the letter was also sent to U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, as well as…
AIM for Climate Initiative to Spur Global Ag Research
…of Agriculture Tom Vilsack said in a press release. “The goal of the initiative is important, to accelerate global agricultural innovation through increased research and development, as it highlights agriculture,…
CA, AZ Opt-in to Incentivize Fruits and Veggies Through WIC
…California and Arizona are part of that group. Arizona is running the increase from May through August while California is running it from June through September. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack…