Ag Policy
If adopted, EPA’s proposed new permitting guidelines under the Clean Water Act would require them to upgrade facilities and install costly wastewater treatment technologies, impacting the operation of processing plants.
In the “Supporting Farm Operations Act,” U.S. Congressman John Moolenaar (MI-02) introduced calling for a two-year freeze on the adverse effect wage rate for H-2A nonimmigrant workers, at 2023 levels.
The U.S. Supreme Court recently heard oral arguments that could dramatically reshape the landscape of how federal regulations are promulgated and interpreted, NPPC wrote.
Phil Borgic vividly remembers sitting in his civics class years ago. He thought it was pretty cut and dry that one state can’t tell another how to run their business. But that didn’t apply for Prop 12, he told AgriTalk.
The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) recently submitted comments noting their criticism of FDA’s draft guidance on the duration of use of certain antibiotics in food animals.
Pork producers across the country continue to voice their concerns over how California’s Proposition 12 could negatively impact family farms and are looking to Congress for a solution.
In October 2023, Arkansas became the first state to ban foreign-owned farmland. More states look to adopt similar laws, but one policy expert says the issue is rooted in politics and warns of unintended consequences.
The Eighth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the constitutionality of two of Iowa’s trespass laws on Jan. 8. Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds says this is a win for both Iowans and the country. Here’s why.
AgriTalk has extended an invitation to all the 2024 presidential hopefuls to join Host Chip Flory and answer five standard questions about what they would focus on once in office.
From the election to world trade, as well as geopolitical factors that have the potential to shape agriculture in 2024, the December Ag Economists’ Monthly Monitor shows the possibility of several economic surprises.
“Schillinger Farms is Prop 12 compliant in California.” Messages like this are popping up on social media as show pig producers who’ve become Proposition 12 certified prepare to sell show pigs in California in 2024.
A federal judge rules in favor of FSIS in a legal battle, saying, “Simply because Plaintiffs disagree...based on animal welfare concerns does not make Defendants’ adopting of the Final Rule arbitrary and capricious.”
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr has approved a further extension of lower tariff rates on pork as the country battles inflation.
The House of Representatives passed the Support for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act on Tuesday. It will help fight illicit use of the product in humans while preserving access to the drug for animals.
COP28’s decision to not include food and agriculture as a way to meet climate goals was influenced by a request from the G77 group of developing countries for additional review related to agriculture and food.
“California Prop 12 has the potential to disrupt the free movement of goods across state lines and poses a serious threat to small family farms,” Hinson testified before the House Committee on Agriculture.
U.S. Representatives Angie Craig (D-MN), Greg Pence (R-IN), Jim Baird (R-IN) and Kim Schrier (D-WA) introduced a bipartisan bill to streamline FDA’s approval process for animal feed.
Some Republican House and Senate members have expressed their concerns to USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack, particularly regarding the new payment formula used for ERP in 2022.
Analysts say an initial cut could be made as early as first quarter 2024. One of the key factors the central banking system will consider is whether its inflation rate target of 2% has been achieved.
The Canadian Pork Council (CPC) adds its voice to other groups supporting Bill C-359, An Act to amend the Feeds Act, the Seeds Act and the Pest Control Products Act.
Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul saved the life of Iowa Sen. Joni Ernst during a closed-door Republican party launch last Thursday.
Sen. Josh Hawley introduces the Protecting Interstate Commerce for Livestock Producers Act to protect farmers from costly regulations – made in other states – that will hurt their business and drive-up consumer costs.
U.S. agriculture had a $2.4 billion trade deficit in 2022, its first shortfall since 1959. NPPC joined more than 30 ag organizations in this ask to the President’s Export Council.
USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service announced on Tuesday that it will extend time-limited trials at USDA’s New Swine Slaughter Inspection System establishments.
The Government of Canada’s fall economic statement for 2024 is encouraging, the Canadian Pork Council said. Efforts to reduce the risk of ASF are appreciated, but CPC also hoped to see feed assistance for pork producers.
The Nov. 30 deadline on the Time-Limited Trial for New Swine Inspection System plants is approaching. USDA’s inaction is failing the pork industry, says the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry.
More than 1 in 5 U.S. adults live with a mental illness. U.S. Representative Jim Costa (D-CA) says Congress cannot ignore the mental health crisis in America anymore.
It’s all about education in the classroom, U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra told Agritalk host Chip Flory. Last week, Feenstra, alongside U.S. Rep. Yadira Caraveo, introduced the Future FARMER Act.
An extension of the current farm bill is now a reality. House and Senate Agriculture Committee leaders were able to extend the current legislation as a possible government shutdown looms.
The debate over immigration continues to be an issue in Washington. However, the Ag Economists’ Monthly Monitor shows economists are still skeptical it’s enough for Congress to act on immigration reform.