…decline.” Justin Oldfield, vice president of government relations for the California Cattlemen’s Association, said forests used to be managed more efficiently and effectively 50 years ago, but regulatory constraints or…
Cotton Tour Connects Growers
…the nation and the tour helps other growers learn what producers deal with out here. “Certainly the increase in regulations is a big component. The pressure not only from regulatory…
Bayer Loses Belt SC Appeal
…label directions. A Bayer spokesperson says while the company will comply with the EPA decision, but called the actions by the EPA “unlawful and inconsistent with sound regulatory risk assessment…
CDFA to Discuss Medical Cannabis and GMO Labeling
…hold a discussion on the state’s regulatory and licensing framework for medical cannabis on August 2 in Sacramento. The board will also be discussing GMO labeling following the recent passage…
California Citrus Challenges: Water Tops HLB
…to larger growers. Regulatory costs for citrus growers have increased 88 percent in 10 years, mainly for fees, permits, licenses and water conveyance costs, Nelsen says. He believes if increasing…
Brexit May Help UK Biotech Approval Process
…quickly implement new technology. Frywald says “the EU regulatory process is becoming politicized,” delaying implementation of technology. Post-Brexit, the UK would establish its own system separate from the EU version,…
Syngenta Calls Regulatory Talks Constructive
Leadership for Syngenta calls recent talks with regulatory authorities constructive as the company seeks approval for the merger that allows ChemChina to take over the Swiss-based company. Syngenta officials continue…
Virtual Representative for Small and Very Small Plants
…comply with new or modified FSIS regulations, and hosts workshops on new topics of interest. More information on small plant outreach is available at www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/regulatory-compliance/haccp/small-and-very-small-plant-outreach. This new virtual tool will…
GOP Platform Touches on Ag Issues
…as a way to avoid a patchwork of 50 state GMO-labeling laws. It also calls for a “fundamental restructuring of the regulatory process,” citing the pending “draconian” rules on the…
Ag Labor and Border Security Require Balanced Approach
For farmers and ranchers, immigration reform must balance agriculture’s need for a dependable supply of agricultural labor with enhanced security at our nation’s border. A new video produced by the…
Farm Labor Shortage Vexes Farmers
…cost us our farm in one season,” Dickey said. Farm Bureau is calling for Congress to pass responsible immigration reform that provides farmers access to a legal and stable workforce….
Ag Groups Fear Anti-trade Talk at RNC
Farmers and agriculture groups all fear anti-trade talk at this week’s Republican National Convention in Cleveland. They are also looking for the presumptive nominee to keep pushing for reform of…
Agri View: Fire Ant Problem
…regulate high risk commodities, such as nursery stock, hay and soil-moving equipment. Also, APHIS works with states, industry, and other Federal agencies to develop and evaluate the efficacy of regulatory…
Agri View: Labor Shortages
Everett Griner talks about farmers facing labor shortages in today’s Agri View. Labor Shortages From: American Farm Bureau Federation Agricultural Labor Reform FAQ’s About Agricultural Labor and Immigration Reform What…