…stick’ when we raise tariffs like these on other countries. Given that China is the second-largest export market for American farmers and ranchers, the pain from retaliation could be significant.”…
NCBA Encouraged by “Positive Developments” in Omnibus Spending Bill
…U.S. ranchers and beef producers, and we are glad to see our policy priorities reflected in the legislation. We urge Congress to take the next step and vote ‘Yes’ when…
Trump Administration Formally Requests Fast-Track Extension
…says, “I hope my administration can continue to work with Congress to pursue new and better trade deals for America’s workers, farmers, ranchers, and businesses.” Congress last passed trade promotion…
V. P. Pence Presents National Ag Day Proclamation to Secretary Perdue
…Agriculture (USDA) in Washington, D.C. “Since day one of this administration, President Trump and our entire team have been working tirelessly to stand with our nation’s farmers, producers, ranchers, and…
Secretary Perdue Celebrates National Ag Day
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue issued the following statement regarding National Agriculture Day and President Donald J. Trump’s Proclamation recognizing the importance of America’s farmers, ranchers, foresters, and producers:…
California Agriculture Day Celebration at the State Capitol
…theme of this year’s event is “Climate-smart, California Grown” to showcase the environmental stewardship and overall adaptability of California growers. “Farmers and ranchers are the original stewards of the environment…
House Lawmakers Introduce Bipartisan STRESS Act to Help Farmers
…make mental health treatment more available for farmers, ranchers and agricultural workers. The legislation was introduced by Minnesota Representative Tom Emmer, along with lawmakers from Wisconsin, Iowa and Illinois, and…
House Follows Senate, Introduces Emission Reporting Exemption
…unnecessary environmental reporting for farmers and ranchers. The Senate version of the bill, the Fair Agricultural Reporting Method, or FARM Act, would do the same. Under current regulations, approximately 200,000…
Farm Bureau Compares Crop Insurance to Ad Hoc Disaster
…targeted to areas impacted by a natural disaster such as a drought, hurricane or flood, and that payments are delivered directly to farmers and ranchers impacted by adverse weather…. At…
Farmers for Free Trade Launching $500,000 Ad Campaign on Trade
…Lugar says, “America’s farmers and ranchers depend on policies that open markets and are hurt by policies that throw up barriers to trade.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting…
Barrasso Introduces Catch-all Farm Regulation Reduction Bill
Barrasso Senator John Barrasso introduced a bill Tuesday that incorporates several measures designed to ease the regulatory burden on farmers and ranchers. Barrasso, a Wyoming Republican who chairs the Senate…
Farm Bureau Praises Withdrawal of Organic Livestock and Poultry Practices Rule
…Rule. Livestock health and well-being is a priority for all farmers and ranchers. We rely on trained professionals, including animal scientists, nutritionists and veterinarians, to ensure the health and safety…
Roberts: Senate Farm Bill Work Scheduled Next Month
…could be negated by the tariffs and a trade war, further harming U.S. farmers and ranchers at an already critical time. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
NCBA President Has Ambitious Goals for 2018
…the way from EPA, Department of Interior, USDA, right on down.” As NCBA President, Kester oversees the association on behalf of America’s one million cattle farmers and ranchers. Kester has…