Producer Losses at $2.2 Billion Since March 1 The National Pork Producers called for a swift resolution of the United States-China trade dispute, paving the way for increased U.S. pork…
Dairy Farmers Have Until June 1 to Apply for Improved Safety Net under MPP
…Program for Dairy (MPP-Dairy). Many producers will see payments in early June, depending on the coverage they elect. The program protects dairy producers by paying them based on the difference…
Action Taken Against Canadian Trade Measures That Discriminate Against U.S. Wine
…to have the opportunity to buy our great American wine. The practice of discriminating against U.S. wine is unfair and cannot be tolerated any longer. Our wine producers rely on…
NCBA Applauds Introduction of Legislation Addressing Hours of Service Changes for Livestock Haulers
…to show their support for livestock haulers and cattle producers across this country.” Livestock haulers are scheduled to have to start using Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) to track their driving…
U.S.-China Trade War a Win For Other Nations?
…deal, long-term trends could be stacked against American producers when it comes to Beijing’s consumption. China will likely keep pouring resources into other countries in an attempt to diversify its…
House Members Want Thailand Ban of U.S. Pork Ended
…enjoyed by Thailand if it doesn’t grant reciprocal access to American goods. Jim Heimerl, National Pork Producers President, says it’s time for Thailand to end its unwarranted ban on U.S….
$2.5 Million Available to Improve Agricultural Water Efficiency in California
…these on-farm conservation improvements will be made on June 22 and July 27, 2018. In 2018 NRCS is offering technical and financial irrigation assistance to agricultural producers in areas where…
Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue: “Trump Administration Stands Behind Ag Producers”
…Association, and Luan Richeng (right), of state-owned Chinese importer COFCO. Trump Administration Stands Behind Ag Producers By Secretary Sonny Perdue Omaha World-Herald May 20, 2018 … Throughout my travels, I’ve…
Review Changes to the Margin Protection Program for Dairy Before June 1 Deadline
Dairy producers are encouraged to review changes to the Margin Protection Program for Dairy before the June 1 deadline. Enrollment for the program first opened in early April after the…
New ‘Got Jobs?’ Campaign Demonstrates Dairy’s Substantial Impact on US Economy, States and Local Communities
…of dairy’s economic engine. The U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC), the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) and the National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) are collaborating to create the new “Got…
House Members Call for End to Thailand’s Ban on U.S. Pork
…of American pork producers and other farmers.” Last week, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) agreed with a request from the National Pork Producers Council to review Thailand’s…
China Drops Investigations, Top Market for Sorghum Reopens
China has dropped its anti-dumping and countervailing duty investigations into U.S. sorghum. National Sorghum Producers Chairman Don Bloss says NSP is “gratified” by the announcement and quick result. China has…
House Farm Bill Vote Surprises and Disappoints
…to provide our farmers, ranchers, foresters, and producers with the stability and predictability they need. Our farmers feed the people of this nation and the world, and they deserve the…
Dairy Groups Applaud Defeat of Raw Milk Amendment to 2018 Farm Bill
…leaders Paul Ryan (R-WI) and Nancy Pelosi (D-CA), the National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) and the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) insisted that Massie’s proposed amendment to the Agriculture and…