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Organic Dairy Farmers Struggle to Navigate ‘Terrible Year’ of Drought
Producers throughout the state are struggling to make it through the ongoing drought conditions, and dairy farmers are no exception. The lack of water has left many dairy producers having…
Protein PACT Initiative Launched by Animal Agriculture Groups
…will be considered and discussed at the upcoming Food Systems Summit in Rome. The Protein PACT is being partially funded by farmers and ranchers, with support coming from multiple checkoff…
Potential For Year-Round H-2A Access on The Horizon
…would be especially important for dairy operations that are largely unable to use the guest worker program. “Our farmers and ranchers are in desperate need of a legal and reliable…
Emergency Procedures Authorized to Provide Crop Insurance Flexibilities
…in a news release. “We recognize the distress experienced by farmers and ranchers because of drought, and these emergency procedures will authorize insurance companies to expedite the claims process, enabling…
Mixed Response to Reintroduction of Farm System Reform Act
…A letter signed by more than 100 farmers and ranchers across the U.S. also issued a letter of endorsement for the legislation. “We urge you to support and cosponsor the…
Executive Order Addresses Right to Repair and Market Competition
…Federation (AFBF) and National Farmers Union were encouraged by the announcement. “AFBF notes President Biden’s effort to address several pressing issues facing America’s farmers and ranchers comes at a time…
Determination Finally Issued for QIP Referendum After Close Vote
…the outcome of the referendum, Raudabaugh expects the conversation to continue among farmers. “I think that there is going to continue to be some anxiety around this program. It will…
Biden to Address Meat Industry Concerns with Executive Order
…Jen Psaki said the action will make it “easier for farmers to bring and win claims, stopping chicken processors from exploiting and underpaying chicken farmers, and adapting anti-retaliation protections for…
Partnerships Sought for Restoring Wetland Ecosystems
…program allows for the effective integration of wetland restoration practices on working agricultural lands. Program enrollment provides direct benefits to farmers and ranchers, as well communities near the enrolled wetlands….
Made in the USA Standards Strengthened with Federal Announcements
…America along with the National Farmers Union have both expressed appreciation for the moves to improve Made in the USA guidelines. The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association and the U.S. Cattlemen’s…
Senate Approval of Growing Climate Solutions Act an ‘Important Step’
The Senate approval of the Growing Climate Solutions Act is being described as an “important step” for helping farmers and ranchers navigate carbon markets. The Growing Climate Solutions Act is…
Wildfire Insurance Legislation Continues Forward Momentum
…farmers and ranchers. Introduced by Senator Susan Rubio, the bill is being sponsored by the California Farm Bureau Federation (CFBF). The legislation was recently approved by the Assembly Insurance Committee…
High Priority Areas Identified for NRCS California Drought Assistance
…state have also been identified as high priority areas. EQIP-CIC provides long-term support for farmers and ranchers to assist with implementing practices to address drought. NRCS representatives are available to…