…company’s investment is a universal concern, and he’s traveled extensively throughout Europe and Australia to learn how they have worked to solve the problems now faced by farmers in the…
Organic Livestock Standards Proposal Praised by Industry Groups
…organizations have praised the announcement to update the standards governing the living conditions, transport, and slaughter of organic livestock. “After 20 years stuck in limbo, organic animal welfare reforms are…
Farming Outreach and Education Efforts Supported with $14.5 Million Investment
…a total of $4.5 million in funding support. “Running a farm operation is tough, and we are working to help meet gaps where farmers need assistance,” Deputy Under Secretary for…
Advocate for Ag During August
…the ideal time for farmers and ranchers to engage with senators and representatives about U.S. agriculture. “We hope that farmers and ranchers will take advantage of this time to schedule…
Celebrating National Farmers Market Week
We’re celebrating National Farmers Market Week. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. This week is National Farmers Market Week and the Department of Agriculture and Agriculture Secretary Tom…
Comment Period Extended for Poultry Contracting Proposal
…comments at www.regulations.gov. We underscore that you may submit comments anonymously. USDA is taking these steps to help ensure the integrity of the Federal rulemaking process and to ensure all…
Sugar Growers Discuss Farm Bill Priorities
…than ever before to support the farmers who grow food right here in America,” he said. “That’s why Congress must continue to support strong farm and trade policies that reinforce…
COVER Act Seeks to Further Incentivize Cover Crop Implementation
…the federal level because it is easy, and it makes sense to farmers.” Through the legislation, farmers would receive a premium subsidy when enrolling in a covered insurance program and…
Discussion on Higher Input Costs
…to member interest in rising input and food costs. AAW President Heather Hampton+Knodle, moderated the event. “As farmers and ranchers, we find ourselves grappling with this market price volatility and…
Agriculture Coalition Letter to Senate on Farm Labor
…letter to Senate leaders this week, which was signed by dozens of agricultural organizations including the American Farm Bureau Federation, the International Fresh Produce Association, the National Farmers Union, and…
Agriculture at Disadvantage When it Comes to Political Influence
…can be tough to ask farmers to dedicate financial resources to political efforts, which have no guarantee of success. Senator Dahle noted that oftentimes legislation and regulations that negatively impact…
Sugar Alliance Meeting Underway
…pesticides, labor, and transportation have hit our producers in the field and at the factories they own. Our farmers are worried about their bottom line as we head into harvest,”…
Week in Review: Trucker Protest Creates Concern & Meat and Dairy Sectors Struggle with Labor
…role in U.S. agriculture, some sectors continue to struggle more than others. The U.S. Department of Agriculture is accepting applications for the On-Farm Conservation Innovation Trials program. Farmers and the…
Ag Groups Support Conservation Investments in Inflation Reduction Act
…care and tax reforms. Most important for farmers is the funding support included for conservation programs. Multiple agricultural groups have expressed praise for the legislation. The National Farmers Union (NFU)…