POLICY
The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) released the unedited responses from Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump to its questionnaire on federal agricultural policy.
In November, Denver residents will cast their vote on a plan to ban slaughterhouses in the city.
As we approach the end of 2024, there are a few items that should be standard for every pork business in the U.S.
Gene editing has the potential to improve animal health, reduce antibiotic use, and help produce safe food if it is not overregulated, NPPC says.
Walz’s selection is seen as a strategic move to appeal to rural voters and progressives, given his track record of progressive policy achievements and his Midwestern charm.
The classification would have boosted exports and reduced tariffs on goods from country that is rising supply chain alternative to China.
House Ag Committee Chair GT Thompson (R-Pa.) believes the CBO’s methodology underestimates the potential savings criticized them for what he sees as a history of underestimating Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC) outlays.
USDA has distributed $2.2 billion to 43,000 individuals who experienced discrimination in receiving USDA farm program services before January 2021. More than 23,000 individuals currently or previously involved in farming or ranching received between $10,000 and $500,000.
The five-year Farm Bill sets farm, conservation, forestry and nutrition policy and authorizes various agricultural programs, including ones related to foreign animal disease preparation and prevention and export promotion.
Testimony at House Ag hearing Tuesday captured the downturn and anxiety in the ag sector.
NPPC applauds the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources for updating its FAQ document to provide much need clarity concerning the treatment of ground pork under Question 3.
At this week’s Republican National Convention, the GOP confirmed their ticket for the 2024 presidential race while calling for unity in America following the assignation attempt on candidate Donald Trump. Meanwhile, there’s growing pressure among Democrats for President Joe Biden to step away from the race.
Top Federal Reserve officials said on Wednesday the U.S. central bank is “closer” to cutting interest rates given inflation’s improved trajectory and a labor market in better balance, remarks that set the stage for a first reduction in borrowing costs in September.
New research finds the surge in grocery prices was driven mainly by substantial increases in commodity prices and supermarket wages, rather than price gouging.
This decision marks a significant transformation in Vance’s political career, as he has evolved from being a vocal critic of Trump during the 2016 election to becoming a staunch ally and supporter of the former president.
Sid Miller, current Texas Ag Commissioner, and Kip Tom, an Indiana farmer who served as the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations during the Trump administration, react to the shooting at the rally in Butler, Penn., over the weekend.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s testimony before the Senate Banking Committee provided several key insights into the current economic landscape and potential future monetary policy actions.
Proposed rule expected to face opposition from some business and industry associations
NPPC said the new requirements, if fully implemented, could impose significant costs on family farms to install sprinkler systems, a mandate not applied to nearby residential homes.
There is a chance we might see new tax legislation before year-end. However, I wouldn’t count on getting what you want.
The Farmland Security Act of 2023 seeks to further boost transparency in foreign ownership of U.S. farmland.
Rail strikes ran headlines in late 2022 and came to an end in December when Congress passed an agreement. But there may be another strike looming in the transportation sector unless the Biden administration changes pace.
After four days and 15 rounds of voting, McCarthy’s wait to become Speaker of the House has ended. During his first year as Speaker, he will need to raise the debt limit and fund the government.
USDA seeks input on how to identify those who experienced discrimination and what kind of evidence should be submitted to back up the claims.
Testimony heard by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) through “tens of thousands” of comments, as well as a roundtable on Thursday, led the DOL to adopt the proposed H-2A changes proposed in 2019.
The Transporting Livestock Across America Safely Act has been reintroduced by a bipartisan group of Senators and could provide some fixes to hours of service requirements for livestock haulers.
Terry Buckler, a Missouri farm kid, shares the story of his time as a Green Beret and the historic raid on Son Tay prison in Vietnam.
President Biden’s nomination of Elaine Trevin for USTR role could produce a win for agriculture. Those in trade are taking notice.
U.S. Secretary spoke on the impacts of climate change in the agricultural industry, as well as prevention plans set forth by the Biden Administration, during Thursday’s Farm Journal Farm Country Update.
The idea has met resistance over fears of political backlash.