As harvest begins across the country, the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) reminds farmers about the importance of taking precautions to ensure treated seed does not enter the grain supply….
U.S., Mexico, Leaving Canada behind in NAFTA Talks
…for farmers wishing for the certainty a NAFTA 2.0 would promise. As for Canada, however, the nation is largely on the sidelines this week, as an international trade lawyer told…
NFU Urges Long-Term Trade Solutions in Farm Bill
…has pushed prices even lower in the last month, worsening farmers’ financial stress. While the Department of Agriculture announced a $12 billion aid package for farmers, NFU’s Johnson stressed the…
Plant-Based Foods Retail Sector Growing
…Administration, at the request of the dairy industry, will begin to enforce labeling requirements for dairy products, meaning the plant-based industry may face a wave of label and product name…
Agri View: Farm Share Continues to Decline
…anyone who hears this, that those who campaign about those rich American farmers, don’t read all of the facts about how farmers survive. You see, without subsidies, most of them…
Trade Aid for Farmers Could Start Late September
…on Chinese goods. However, Perdue cautioned: “Obviously this is not going to make farmers whole.” Checks will go out to farmers “as soon as they prove their yields,” according to…
U.S. Chamber: Trade Aid for All Could Cost $39 Billion
Providing aid to industries impacted by negative trade policy could cost the nation $39 billion, according to new data by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Farmers are expected to receive…
NAFTA Renegotiation Showing Signs of Progress
…Washington, D.C. this week to continue the talks. However, other issues within the negotiations, including a sunset provision and dispute settlement, along with dairy trade, remain unsettled. President Trump has…
Letter Urges Trump to Rejoin TPP
…China, that is expected to cost farmers and ranchers $11 billion. In a corresponding letter, the group said “we must join them,” referring to nations that are “not waiting for…
In Argentina, Perdue Welcomes U.S. Pork Back to Market
…a top exporter,” Secretary Perdue said. “This new market is a big victory for American farmers and ranchers. I am confident that once the people of Argentina get a taste…
EU Insists Agriculture Not a Part of Trade Truce with Trump
…mentioned in the statement that came out Thursday. “The joint statement shows no mention of agriculture, as such you’ll see a mention of farmers and a mention of soybeans, which…
Trump to Approve Year-Round E15 Soon
…it mildly.” Pro-ethanol group Growth Energy says, “We are pleased to hear President Trump say he’s ‘very close’ to making E15 available year-round, fulfilling his promise to America’s farmers.” Growth…
Bankers: Farmers Want Trade Not Handouts
Following the president’s announcement of a $12 billion trade assistance package to farmers, the nation’s bankers echoed farmer sentiments, saying producers want free trade and not handouts. A Farm Journal…
Coalition Urges State Board to Reject ‘Unimpaired Flows’ Plan
…board to renew efforts for voluntary agreements with affected water users. “This unified response from groups representing farmers, ranchers, and urban and rural residents alike demonstrates the impact the water…