…the lemon rule goes directly against the Trump administration’s stance on trade. The 60-day hold on regulations, which includes the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s decision to allow Argentine lemons into…
Application Period for Water Storage Projects
…regulations governing the Water Storage Investment Program (WSIP). Approval of the regulations is the culmination of a two-year public process driven by stakeholder input and keeps the Water Commission on…
Citrus Tarping Regulation Delayed
…be fully tarped. However, that has changed. “The regulations were delayed. We still do not have a finalized date yet,” Tulare County Agricultural Commissioner Marilyn Kinoshita said. Kinoshita said CDFA…
Fuels America Cuts Ties With RFA
…accepting changes to the Renewable Fuels Standard in exchange for changing outdated Environmental Protection Agency regulations that limit the summer sales of ethanol. “Despite our opposition to Mr. Icahn and…
Reflections of a Farm Broadcaster
…Blagg from Lodi and incoming Chairman Johnnie White from Oakville, the concerns about so many regulations continued to ring loud and clear. The ability of these young men to articulate…
Trump Ends WOTUS, Ag Supports Move
…written, legally indefensible, and extremely difficult to implement.” “NCGA remains committed to work with the EPA to ensure farmers have clarity and certainty they need about the regulations affecting their…
Starling Named Special Assistant for Agriculture
…of American agriculture to serve in this key advisory role, President Trump is sending a clear signal of his commitment to reverse unnecessary regulations inhibiting pork producers and all U.S….
NFU: Trump Building Positive Record on Renewable Fuels
…“It is important for his administration to build a positive record on renewables, and provide much-needed certainty to the industry.” President Trump has indicated he wants to cut unnecessary regulations…
Trump Pledges Support of the Renewable Fuel Standard
…is looking forward to working with the Renewable Fuels Association, and many others, to identify and reform those regulations that impede growth, increase consumer costs, and eliminate good-paying jobs without…
Scott Pruitt Confirmed and Sworn in as EPA Administrator
…Pruitt is recognized as a national leader in the cause to restore the proper balance between the states and federal government, and established common sense regulations that are fair and…
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….
Ag Groups Respond to Pruitt Confirmation
…health. NSP will work closely with Pruitt and the EPA on regulations such as fuel pathways, pesticide regulations and registrations, and the Waters of the U.S. rule. “NPPC congratulates Scott…
Congress Reintroduces Legislation to Cut Red Tape For Conservationists
…to put conservation practices on the ground,” NACD CEO Jeremy Peters said. “We should be making it easier for them to do so, not piling on regulations.” Senate Agriculture Committee…
USDA Seeks Sorghum Board Nominating Organizations
…state, regional, or national organization or association that wants to be certified to nominate board members must complete an application for certification. The application can be found online at www.ams.usda.gov/rules-regulations/research-promotion/sorghum….