…as “natural” may not be worth its higher cost. The USDA says numerous consumer food choice studies have found that the “natural” label on food is often equated with healthier…
Funding Questionable for New Specialty Crop Farm Bill Programs
…the steering committee. We have 109 proposals into Congress,” he said while speaking at the Food and Ag Policy Summit in Sacramento, California on Monday. “We’ve all been meeting with…
Expert Says Innovation Crucial for the Future of Ag
…speaking at the Agri-Pulse Food and Ag Issues Summit West, held in Sacramento, California on Monday. The event pulled together agricultural leaders to discuss the industry from several different angles….
Beagle Brigade Act Gaining Support
…with a cute name but a very important purpose. The Beagle Brigade Act helps protect America’s food supply from foreign pests from diseases that come in through agricultural products that…
AgNet Weekly: Rep. Dan Kildee on Beagle Brigade Act
He says it’s an act with a cute name and an important purpose. This week, Congressman Dan Kildee (D-MI) joins Sabrina Halvorson to talk about the Beagle Brigade Act and…
Dispute Settlement Consultations Requested for Mexico’s GM Restrictions
…Mexico who rely on the safe and affordable food grown by America’s farmers. We encourage Ambassador Tai and Secretary Vilsack to continue pressing forward to ensure Mexico lives up to…
Disappointment in EPA’s Final Rule for Plant Incorporated Protectants
…and Rodenticide Act. It also establishes an exemption from the food or feed residue tolerance requirements under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. John Murphy, Chief Policy Officer and…
FAO Issues Report on World’s Hunger Hotspots
Photo by Siegfried Poepperl on Unsplash A new report looks at hunger around the globe. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization…
Trade Mission Focuses on Opportunities in Japan
…leaders will head to Japan with USDA Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis Taylor. Japan is the fourth-largest market for U.S. food and agricultural exports. In 2022,…
Learn About GMOs with the FDA
…vegetables in the produce section of your grocery store, GMOs are a common part of today’s food supply. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration in collaboration with the U.S. Department…
AgNet Weekly: Kenneth Smith Ramos, Former Mexican Chief Negotiator
Kenneth Smith Ramos, former Mexican Chief Negotiator for the NAFTA and USMCA trade deals and current partner at AGON, was one of the speakers at this week’s USMEF Spring Conference….
Sustainable Pest Management Grants Awarded by DPR
…approaches to pest management that support agriculture, enable the production of an abundant, healthy food supply, and support the well-being of all California communities,” said Henderson. About the Author Brian…
USDA Offers Assistance to Help Organic Dairy Producers
…America’s food system with a greater focus on more resilient local and regional food production, fairer markets for all producers, ensuring access to safe, healthy and nutritious food in all…
AgNet Weekly: Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack
The Biden Administration this week announced the availability of nearly $11 billion in grants and loan opportunities to help rural energy and utility providers. They say the funding will help…