During the recent Organic Grower Summit (OGS), several industry members participated in a panel discussion focused on agricultural challenges. Some of the topics covered during the session included regulations, consumer…
VofV: Carl Casale of Ospraie Ag Science on Doing More With Less
…ag to adapt to consumer preference and global regulations. But the bar for innovators in these fields has gotten higher this year, he says. “What we’re seeing as investors is…
Week in Review: New 1,3-D Rules Proposed & Better Enforcement of FIFRA
The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) has introduced proposed regulations related to 1,3-D. More than 300 agricultural, environmental, and other stakeholder groups are encouraging Congress to reaffirm federal authority…
Farm Groups Urge Congress to Better Enforce FIFRA Labeling Parameters
…food prices for families amidst record-high inflation,” the organizations explain. “Growers and users need reaffirmation from Congress that states have every right to build on the federal government’s baseline regulations…
DPR Updating Rules Related to 1,3-D Exposure
The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) has introduced proposed regulations related to 1,3- dichloropropene (1,3-D). DPR Director, Julie Henderson said that the action is meant to lower the risk…
Almond Update: New Industry Resource to Be Made Available at Almond Conference
…key markets. “We will discuss the latest movement on product regulations and really help PCAs stay aware of what rules may be coming down the pipe,” Nicolau noted. Listen to…
Oral Arguments in Prop 12 Case Underway in Supreme Court
…is based on how individual states can impose regulations on a nationwide industry. “Today’s arguments have implications not just for farmers and ranchers, but for businesses and consumers across the…
AgNet News Hour: Tuesday, 10-04-22
…that shows a return to pre-covid employment and continued EQUIP funding is necessary to meet environmental regulations. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more….
AFBF Says Court ESA Ruling ‘Sends a Message’
Photo by Vincent van Zalinge on Unsplash The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) says an appeals court ruling on Modernized Endangered Species Act regulations sends a message to lower courts….
TRUCKS Act Gains Support
…known as the Trucking Regulations Unduly Constricting Known Service-providers Act. It would allow states to issue a new Small Business Restricted Commercial Driver’s License without having to meet the federal…
Watching for Advancements in Ag Technology
…science and technology as it develops and implements regulations and risk assessment processes to prevent any increase in disease or pest risk that may be associated with plant, animal, and…
Science is an Important Part of Agriculture
…regulations and policies for the use of such tools both in the United States and abroad. Coming up all this week, we’ll have examples of how these projects and technologies…
Comment Period Extended for Poultry Contracting Proposal
…comments at www.regulations.gov. We underscore that you may submit comments anonymously. USDA is taking these steps to help ensure the integrity of the Federal rulemaking process and to ensure all…
Delicate Balance of International Trade and Markets
…hot topic during the discussion was the high prices of agricultural inputs and rising costs for food and fuel. Cryan was asked how regulations factor into those food and fuel…