…Smith recently introduced the Death Tax Repeal Act of 2021. The bipartisan legislation has the support of nearly 150 lawmakers in both houses of Congress. Multiple agricultural groups have also…
New EPA Administrator Michael Regan Confirmed by Senate
…received significant support from the agricultural industry throughout the confirmation process. Ag groups had expressed enthusiasm for working with Regan in finding practical solutions to environmental issues. COURTESY: N.C. Department…
USDA Seeking Comments on Coronavirus Response Grants
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is asking the public for feedback about coronavirus response grants and the food purchase program. USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is seeking comment on…
Week in Review: Port Issues Being Addressed and H-2A Reform Legislation Introduced
…be particularly problematic during the seedling stage when they feed on germinating rice seeds. All of the major agricultural headlines can be found directly in your inbox by subscribing to…
Coalition Highlights Value of Crop Insurance as Congress Develops Budget
…of Agriculture Tom Vilsack and leaders at the Office of Management and Budget were also sent similar letters. The coalition highlights the value that crop insurance provides to the agricultural…
2019 Crop Report Shows More Than $50 Billion in Cash Receipts
…year. Sales volume was shown to increase by more than one percent from the year prior. Dairy, almonds, and grapes were the major drivers in California’s agricultural revenue. “The 2019…
Public Comment Sought for Revised Conservation Practice Standards
…grazing land mechanical treatment. The Energy Efficient Agricultural Operation standard formerly known as Farmstead Energy Improvement has been updated to emphasize efficiency criteria, fire and electrical safety, flexibility, and manufacturer’s…
ARS Launches New Project to Engage the Next Generation of Researchers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is working to ensure the next generation of agriculturalists are equipped with the necessary skills. A new project was recently launched by USDA’s Agricultural…
President Biden Ready to Sign Latest COVID Relief Legislation
…majority in the Senate allowed the bill to move forward with only Democratic support. This latest COVID relief legislation has been largely supported by a variety of agricultural groups due…
Agricultural Exports Projected to Grow Over Next 10 Years
…While U.S. agricultural production and value are expected to increase, so too are agricultural imports. USDA expects agricultural imports to grow to more than $174 billion in 2030. About the…
Legislation Introduced to Improve Cattle Market Transparency
…Market Transparency Act of 2021. Other cosponsors of the bill include Senators Cindy Hyde-Smith and Mike Braun. The legislation is receiving support from a variety of agricultural organizations. “America’s ranchers…
Port Congestion Being Addressed by Federal Officials
…and marine terminal operators. Issues with congestion and lack of available cargo carriers have been problematic for a number of months now. Shipping delays have been particularly troublesome for agricultural…
American Rescue Plan Act Moving Forward with Senate Approval
…history if it gets passed. The legislation includes substantial funding support for the agricultural industry. “I am grateful to the U.S. Senate for passing the American Rescue Plan today to…
Farm Workforce Modernization Act Reintroduced with Ag Support
…agricultural guest-worker program. It marks the second time that Congress will be addressing the bill. Multiple agricultural groups have been supportive of the efforts to simplify the H-2A application process….