…include the Humane Society of the United States, Friends of the Earth, and World Animal Protection. Both the Senate and House versions of the bill are co-sponsored by dozens of…
Legislation Introduced to Repeal Federal Estate Tax
…business owners, environmental stewards, and the economic backbone of rural communities across the country, U.S. cattle producers understand and appreciate the role of taxes in maintaining and improving our nation,”…
New EPA Administrator Michael Regan Confirmed by Senate
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is officially under new leadership. Michael Regan has been confirmed by the Senate as the 15th EPA Administrator through a vote of 66-34. Regan…
Coalition Highlights Value of Crop Insurance as Congress Develops Budget
…and all of its unique challenges,” the letter states. “During this tumultuous time, one of the few certainties that farmers could rely on was the protection provided by their Federal…
MSOB: Mating Disruption in Conventional Diamondback Moth Trial
Pheromone use for mating disruption is becoming more popular in conventional systems. A recent trial looking at controlling diamondback moth showed the practice could reduce application costs, environmental stress, and…
Researchers Compiling Information on Spotted Lanternfly
…on spotted lanternfly. The papers have been published in the journal Environmental Entomology. The collection highlights the progress made thus far, as research continues to help address the spread of spotted…
Agricultural Burning in the San Joaquin Valley Officially Set to End in 2025
…for the practice during a recent meeting. Several environmental justice groups and some CARB Board members expressed disappointment in the decision to phase out ag burning. “Some of the Board…
The Western View: Ag Safety Awareness
…did not have a Rollover Protection System- ROPS – which could have saved him, provided he had used the seat belt to keep him in place during the rollover. Sadly,…
FACA Expands Membership and Narrows Its Focus
…the environment while ensuring farmers and ranchers can continue growing healthy, affordable food for America’s families.” FACA was initially formed a year ago by the Environmental Defense Fund, National Council…
Partnership Looks to Enhance Organic Conservation Practices
…studies that focus on sustainable approaches to soil health, conservation, and environmental protection. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock…
USDA Leadership Continues Taking Shape with Recent Appointments
…Farm Production and Conservation (FPAC). USDA also announced the appointment of Zach Ducheneaux as Administrator of the Farm Service Agency (FSA). “We are honored to have professionals of the caliber…
Goal® 2XL and GoalTender® now exclusively from Nufarm
…emulsifiable concentrate delivers powerful performance while GoalTender’s water-based formulation holds well to soil and performs at lower rates with less environmental load. All labeled use rates deliver burndown of existing…
Senate Confirms Tom Vilsack as Agriculture Secretary for the Second Time
…than Tom Vilsack,” said National Farmers Union President Rob Larew. “After serving as Secretary of Agriculture for eight years, he knows the agency inside and out, giving him the insight…
New Form Required for Certain NRCS Customers
…Agency (FSA) will be making contact with information about a form that must be completed as part of program participation. Anyone participating, or who will be applying to certain NRCS…
