…EPA awards roughly $4 billion in grant funding each year. President Trump and his transition team have promised a reduction of regulatory grasp by the EPA, specifically targeting Clean Air…
Conaway on Nomination of Former Governor Sonny Perdue for USDA Secretary
…when it comes to introducing regulatory actions. I look forward to working with Sonny Perdue, especially on the committee’s priorities as Congress begins its work toward the next Farm Bill.”…
Western Growers Supports Perdue Nomination
…vital time as our country reengages in a discussion about the future of our immigration system. Reform is essential to the long-term viability of American agriculture, which is unique among…
Perdue Nominated as Ag Secretary; Ag Groups Show Support
…seek to collaborate with Secretary Perdue on ways to strengthen the safety net for dairy farmers, relieve regulatory burdens and enhance opportunities to keep and grow markets abroad for our…
Another ‘Midnight’ Regulation Dumped On Farmers
…USDA was Friday, is taking over the Dairy Export Council.) Weber “This is precisely the type of executive branch overreach that Congress will reign in through regulatory reform,” Weber said….
Bayer Promising Billions in Research, Jobs in Merger with Monsanto
…creating jobs. Trump’s transition team confirmed a deal was reached between Trump and Bayer despite the agreement still being analyzed by regulatory authorities. Incoming White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer…
Tom Vilsack to Take Helm of U.S. Dairy Export Council
…As president and CEO, Vilsack will provide strategic leadership and oversight of USDEC’s global promotional and research activities, regulatory affairs and trade policy initiatives. This includes working with industry leaders…
Importation of Hass Avocados From Colombia
…either of the following methods: Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to http://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail;D=APHIS-2016-0022 Postal Mail/Commercial Delivery: Send your comments to Docket No. APHIS-2016-0022, Regulatory Analysis and Development, PPD, APHIS, Station 3A-03.8, 4700…
Regulating Egg Safety and Quality
…wholesome and safe to eat. The program also enforces regulatory standards for preventing salmonella enteriditis in eggs, and for providing a minimum floor space standard for egg-laying hens. Anyone engaged…
Changes Aimed at Ending the Inhumane Practice of Horse Soring
…and auctions that elect to use inspection services, must appoint and retain a HPI to inspect horses. Beginning January 1, 2018, the regulatory provisions applicable to Horse Industry Organization and…
House Passes Commodity End-User Relief Act
…important regulatory reforms, and most importantly to make important statutory changes to protect end-users and give them access to the tools they need to manage their risks. This bill largely…
National Chicken Council Calls for Balance between Animal Care, Environmental, Economic Impact in Chicken Production
…NCC senior vice president of scientific and regulatory affairs. “However, these improvements must be dictated by science and data – not activists’ emotional rhetoric – which is why we support…
Delegates Urge Congress to Support Regulatory Reform
American Farm Bureau Federation delegates from all 50 states and Puerto Rico today approved a special resolution urging Congress to enact swift, meaningful and strongly bipartisan regulatory reform. The resolution,…
Immigration Reform Good for U.S. Economy, Agriculture
Immigration reform continues to be a hot topic on the political scene and a priority for farmers and ranchers. In a session at the 2017 Annual Convention & IDEAg Trade…