…fuels. The National Farmers Union calls the support a reaffirmation that renewable fuels are a means to spur economic growth, provide good-paying jobs, and benefit American family farmers, ranchers, and…
CA Farmers Monitor Storms’ Impact on Crops, Water
…kill trees. • Miscellaneous—Heavy rains in foothill regions have washed out privately maintained roads, making it hard for cattle ranchers to reach their animals, and muddy pastures limit ranchers’ ability…
Scott Pruitt Confirmed and Sworn in as EPA Administrator
…a proven record of working with industry, farmers, ranchers, landowners, small business owners and others to protect our natural resources. As a dedicated civil servant, Pruitt created policies that serve…
Conaway Statement on Scott Pruitt Confirmation
…pleased with today’s confirmation of EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt,” said Chairman Conaway. “For too long, farmers and ranchers have suffered from unnecessary, burdensome regulations as a result of EPA overreach….
Oroville Dam: Evacuation Order Disrupts Farming in Affected Area
Evacuation of a large swath of land downstream from Oroville Dam during the weekend caused logistical headaches for farmers, ranchers and agricultural businesses within the affected area, while Department of…
Ag Groups Respond to Pruitt Confirmation
…Farm Bureau Federation: “Scott Pruitt’s confirmation to lead the Environmental Protection Agency will bring a breath of fresh air to the post. America’s farmers and ranchers look forward to working…
Congress Reintroduces Legislation to Cut Red Tape For Conservationists
…System for Award Management (SAM) and obtain a Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) number to receive financial assistance from federal agencies like NRCS. Mandating that farmers and ranchers comply with…
House Agriculture Committee Approves Two Measures
…duplicative burdens for many farmers, ranchers, water resource boards and public health professionals involved in mosquito control, all without providing quantifiable public health or environmental benefits. Conaway “The Agriculture Committee…
USDA Seeks Sorghum Board Nominating Organizations
…from nominations submitted by certified organizations. Since 1966, Congress has authorized the establishment of 22 industry-funded research and promotion boards. They empower farmers and ranchers to leverage their own resources…
USDA Seeks Nominators to American Lamb Board
…22 industry-funded research and promotion boards. They empower farmers and ranchers to leverage their own resources to develop new markets, strengthen existing markets, and conduct important research and promotion activities….
House Agriculture Committee Prepares for Farm Bill by Exploring Economic Outlook in Rural America
…Michael Conaway. “Net farm income for America’s farmers and ranchers has fallen 50 percent over the past four years with the collapse in commodity prices. As we begin the farm…
Roberts Joins Bipartisan Bill to Relieve Farmers of Redundant Regulation
…the redundant permitting process, and that he is hopeful “this is the last time.” Roberts says: “Farmers and ranchers work too hard to be forced to comply with regulations that…
House Agriculture Committee Holding Farm Bill Hearing Wednesday
A hearing by the House Agriculture Committee today (Wednesday) focuses on setting the stage for the next farm bill. House Agriculture Chairman Mike Conaway says farmers and ranchers are enduring…
USDA Seeks Nominators to Cattlemen’s Beef Board
…22 industry-funded research and promotion boards. They empower farmers and ranchers to leverage their own resources to develop new markets, strengthen existing markets, and conduct important research and promotion activities….