…an increase.” Industry observers note that overall growth appears slower compared to past surges when H-2A usage rose sharply from year to year. Boatright also points out that heavier regulations…
Regulations Revised for the Inspection and Certification of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables
Shutterstock image The US Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service is revising regulations for the inspection and certification of fresh fruits and vegetables, aiming to equitably and accurately assess inspection…
American Seed Trade Association Receives $1 Million to Expand Global Markets
…deliver improved seeds to farmers,” said Andy LaVigne, President and CEO of ASTA. “By pushing for aligned phytosanitary regulations, intellectual property approaches that support innovation, and policies that streamline plant…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 12-23-24
…and how the proposed regulations could affect the industry and Hylio. Additionally, the conversation touches on the various applications of drones in agriculture, including pesticide spraying, cover crop seeding, and…
Report Warns Losing Glyphosate Could Reshape Farm Bill Costs and Policies
…Agri-Food at The Directions Group, noted that inconsistent state and federal pesticide regulations could make it difficult for farmers to effectively manage weeds and protect their crops. He emphasized that…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 12-19-24
…by the FBI, and the calls for stricter regulations. The discussion also touches on the impact drones have on airports, Air Force bases, and air traffic. Despite these concerns, the…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 12-05-24
…a $25 million legal fund to counter potential lawsuits against President-elect Trump’s administration. The conversation highlights the contentious changes expected in pollution regulations and immigration policies, focusing on the significant…
American Agriculture History Minute: Railroads Part in Agriculture Expansion
…issue such rules and regulations, consistent with this act, as shall be necessary and proper to carry its provisions into effect; and that the registers and receivers of the several…
Public Input Needed on How to Improve Conservation Practice Standards
…through this Federal Register notice or through the Federal eRulemaking Portal, regulations.gov and search for Docket ID: NRCS-2024-0015. Or mail your comments to: Ms. Sara del Fierro, Climate Change Mitigation…
Specialty Crop Trade Policies Could Shift Under New Administration
…seen during earlier trade disputes. While some California farmers might welcome the administration’s intent to reduce regulations, they remain wary of the trade-offs. “Farmers might gain from fewer domestic regulations,”…
Farm Groups Respond to Brooke Rollins’ Nomination as Agriculture Secretary
…of Agriculture who will protect family farms and ranches, roll back crushing regulations, and stand up for rural values—and we look forward to working with Secretary-Designate Rollins to make it…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 11-22-24
…Drawing from her experience with the devastating 2013 Rim Fire, she highlights the ecological and economic impacts of unchecked fuel loads and the challenges of balancing wildfire prevention with regulations….
Ag Industry Praised for Emission Efforts, Faces New Challenges
…Study Session. This meeting brings stakeholders together to discuss air quality regulations and strategies. During a press conference, McGlothlin emphasized the importance of programs like the Tractor Trade-In initiative, which…
Meat Institute Urges U.S. to Adopt Strong Trade Policy, Remove Barriers for Meat Exports
…retaliatory tariffs on U.S. meat exports to China, securing better access to the Australian beef market, and easing regulations impacting beef and pork exports to Taiwan. The Meat Institute also…