POLICY
Nik Patel steered a series of astonishing agriculture-related scams and racked up a whopping 52-year prison sentence.
The court issued more rulings Wednesday but did not act in the tariffs case, which was argued on Nov. 5.
The December Ag Economists’ Monthly Monitor shows the farm economy will likely stay strained into 2026. As crops face tight margins, biofuels policy — especially E15 and biomass-based diesel — could influence recovery.
Ohio’s system focuses on setting science-based standards at home unlike “one-size-fits-all policies that attempt to extend livestock housing requirements beyond state lines through market pressure,” the Ohio Pork Council says.
The reliance of the U.S. on China for its vitamins has created a dependency that poses a significant threat to U.S. food security, the agricultural community, and public health, lawmakers pointed out to President Trump.
Farmers need to be prepared to pay substantially more for their coverage in 2026, unless Congress acts now to address the impending price surge.
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says the new guidelines will change the food culture in this country.
Two sessions are planned for next week for the veterinary workforce. Register now to have input and help guide the Rural Veterinary Action Plan.
Auction barn license fees would increase nearly 1,700% as state ag department cites program deficits.
Labor costs continue to rise for California farmers, but skilled labor isn’t something growers are able to find with the current H-2A program. Labor experts, economists and farmers agree the current immigration system is “broken,” but a solution could be on the horizon.
Meat Institute CEO says this initiative can help counter confusing and misleading information about nutrition, including the role of meat and poultry in health dietary patterns.
The White House said on Monday to not expect public release of the Make America Healthy Again policy recommendations on Aug. 12
The government of Africa’s biggest economy has tried for months to negotiate a U.S. trade deal but failed to reach agreement before Trump’s deadline.
Furlow will bring his experience in the Pork Industry Immersion Program supporting efforts to advance the industry’s priorities on Capitol Hill, into his new role serving Iowa producers.
When one state can dictate producers’ behavior outside of their state, it creates a real problem that must be fixed, NPPC’s Matt Grill says.
The Save Our Bacon Act reaffirms livestock producers’ right to sell products across state lines without interference from arbitrary mandates, says U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson.
The Farmers First Act is designed to expand and improve behavioral health services in rural communities and connect those in times of crisis with trained medical professionals to receive the personalized care that they need.
This critical role represents the interests of America’s farmers and ranchers and the U.S. government in trade talks with foreign nations by working to reduce trade barriers, opening new markets, and eliminating unfair trade practices.
The budget specifically dedicates funding for the Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory, keeping the state’s diagnostic labs ready for emerging threats.
NPPC President Duane Stateler says this is one of the most consequential pieces of legislation for American agriculture in years.
The legislation fully funds measures and programs that help prevent, prepare for, and respond to foreign animal diseases.
The on-again, off-again reports regarding ICE raids is sowing confusion for those who rely on immigrant labor and causing labor shortages because employees aren’t showing up for work.
Filling the nation’s protein gap is critical, National Pork Producers Council president Duane Stateler says, especially for those focused on food insecurity and improving the health of our nation.
Wholestone Farms was honored to be a part of an announcement that backs American farm families.
NPPC President Duane Stateler says it’s just as critical – if not more – that the House Agriculture Committee keeps its promise to take action on a solution to the many problems triggered by California Proposition 12.
Illinois pig farmers produce over 6 billion slices of bacon annually. Illinois legislators say that’s a major reason to celebrate and designate May 7 as Illinois Bacon Day.
Following the announcement that criminal charges against Charles and Heather Maude were being dropped, USDA asks any other individuals or businesses to submit their concerns and experiences so the agency can address their situation.
A recent court injunction delayed the state’s Feral Swine Bill from going into effect in late March, to the dismay of Ohio pork producers.
A familiar name in the U.S. pork industry was among the appointees selected to implement President Trump’s America First agenda at USDA to ensure the needs of America’s farmers, ranchers and producers remain a top priority.
With four companies controlling 85% of the beef market and 67% of pork, four U.S. senators are seeking to beef up enforcement of anticompetitive practices in the meatpacking industry.