…of Global Technical and Regulatory Affairs Julie Adams said one of the biggest issues is navigating through different sets of rules. She said there are several groups trying to unify…
Overcoming the Challenges in the California Citrus Industry
…without its own set of obstacles. Disease pressure and regulatory challenges are consistent issues that growers continually have to address. “Will California go the way of Florida, which has been…
Perdue Applauds USDA’s 2018 Accomplishments
…Program and School Breakfast Program. This action is part of USDA’s Regulatory Reform Agenda, developed in response to President Trump’s Executive Order to eliminate unnecessary regulatory burdens. Veterans Secretary Perdue…
Ag Must Be Part Of U.S.-EU Trade Deal, Groups Insist
…lifting import barriers that protect EU farmers and removing regulatory measures that are scientifically unjustified or overly restrictive. Because of the EU’s barriers, the United States had a trade deficit…
Farm Bureau’s Duvall, Aiken Cite Strengths of Clean Water Rule
The newly proposed Clean Water Rule would empower America’s farmers and ranchers to protect the nation’s water resources and provide much-needed regulatory clarity to guide those stewardship efforts, according to…
Series of Rice Grower Meetings Coming Up in January
…UC Rice Blog. Attendees will hear updates on weed control and emerging weed issues, as well as rice pesticide and regulatory information. “It covers what we think are the most…
USDA Launches New Program to Create High-Speed Internet e-Connectivity in Rural America
…President Donald J. Trump established the Interagency Task Force on Agriculture and Rural Prosperity to identify legislative, regulatory and policy changes that could promote agriculture and prosperity in rural communities….
Almond Update: New Hope For China Relations With 90-day Window
…Vice President of Global Technical and Regulatory Affairs Julie Adams said they hope good conversations take place between the two countries over the next 90 days and making strong alliances…
2018 Farm Bill Conference Report Released, Members, Officials and Associations Comment
…supported the completion of the report. Others wished there was more reform along with more emphasis on certain topics including forest management and pest and disease control. Overall members, U.S….
California Farm Bureau Urges House to Pass Farm Bill
At a time of declining commodity prices, trade disputes and regulatory uncertainty, the California Farm Bureau Federation endorsed the federal farm bill adopted today by the U.S. Senate, and urged…
New WOTUS Rule Proposal Brings Optimism
…eager to see a rule that restores integrity to the regulatory process and supports American agriculture as it seeks to preserve our natural resources,” said House Agriculture Committee Chairman K….
EPA and Army Propose New “Waters of the United States” Definition
…pollution, while at the same time promoting economic growth, minimizing regulatory uncertainty, and showing due regard for the roles of Congress and the states under the Constitution. “EPA and the…
Inaugural California Dairy Sustainability Summit Highlights Progress and Goals for the Industry
…trends. “Farmers are looking for solutions to some of the regulatory issues that they’re facing here in California from water quality to air quality, to climate change. We’re being asked…
Beyond Meat Files for Initial Public Offering
…future. The U.S. Department of Food and Agriculture (USDA) recently came to an agreement with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding which agency will have regulatory responsibilities. The…