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Kansas, California, and the Farm Bill
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The Farm Bill remains a priority for congress as its deadline for renewal approaches. Members of the House Ag Committee visited California to talk with producers earlier this year. House Ag Committee member from Kansas, Representative Tracey Mann joins us.
High Court on Water Rules
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The U.S. Supreme Court unanimously ruled against the Environmental Protection Agency’s Waters of the U.S. Act, known as WOTUS.
USDA Investing Funds to Reduce Wildfire Risk
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Wildfires have devastated large parts of the western United States, including forests and grasslands. Thousands of wildfires have ripped through millions acres in California alone in the last five years.
New Holland’s Alternative Fuel Tractors
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I spoke with New Holland’s Joe Bouffard and he says there are some new and exciting things happening at New Holland.
USDA Investing Funds to Reduce Wildfire Risk
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Wildfires have devastated large parts of the western United States, including forests and grasslands. Thousands of wildfires have ripped through millions acres in California alone in the last five years.
Ag Leaders Look Forward to Helping EPA Rewrite WOTUS
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On the heels of a Supreme Court decision against the EPA’s WOTUS Act, industry leaders say although this is cause for celebration, there is still work to be done.
Farm Labor Reform Won’t Happen Without Grassroots Action
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Western Congressman Mike Simpson says it’s going to take a grassroots effort to get farm labor reform passed in Washington.
How to Get Involved with Certified Agriculture Dealerships
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If you’re looking to get another work truck but aren’t sure who to trust with your investment, Pat Driscoll, CEO of Certified Agriculture Dealerships, wants you to check out their network of trusted dealers.
CCA’s on Wildfires: the Golden State isn’t Prepared
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On the heels of a very wet spring, California ranchers brace for the upcoming fire season. The lack of prescription burning and increased fuel are both heavy concerns for Californians this year.
USDA Grants Millions in Rural Broadband ReConnect Program
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture is offering $714 million in grants and loans to connect thousands of rural Americans to affordable, high-speed internet.
You might be asking yourself, “well that sounds all fine and dandy on paper, but what does that actually mean?”
Read More Is the OFF Act a Trojan Horse for Extremist Groups?
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Lawmakers last week introduced the Opportunities for Fairness in Farming, or OFF Act, aimed at reforming the federal checkoff system. National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s CEO, Colin Woodall responds.
Ag Tech Spotlight: RanchBot Water Monitoring System
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If you spend a lot of time checking water troughs, this monitoring technology could save you some hours.
RanchBot Co-Founder and CEO Andrew Coppin is with us to highlight some key features of their water monitoring technology.
Read More Supreme Court Unanimously Rules Against WOTUS… What Does That Mean?
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The U.S. Supreme Court unanimously ruled against the Environmental Protection Agency’s Waters of the U.S. Act, known as WOTUS.
In this case, the Supreme Court ruled that land owned by an Idaho family was not subject to the Clean Water Act. All nine justices agreed the EPA’s expansive regulatory efforts violate the Clean Water Act.
Read More NASA Wants Producers to Drive Climate Solutions
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Bradley Dorn, Program Manager for the agriculture area in NASA’s Applied Research Program says NASA has been using satellites to look at agriculture on earth for the past 50 years.
CCA’s on Wildfires: the Golden State isn’t Prepared
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On the heels of a very wet spring, California ranchers brace for the upcoming fire season. The lack of prescription burning and increased fuel are both heavy concerns for Californians this year.
USMEF Meat Market Update
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An update from the U.S. Meat Export Federation on a favorable meat market in 2023… USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom…
USDA Grants Millions in Rural Broadband ReConnect Program
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture is offering $714 million in grants and loans to connect thousands of rural Americans to affordable, high-speed internet.
Prop 12 Implementation Modification Order
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The state of California released a court order that modifies Prop 12 implementation. Bryan Humphreys, CEO of the National Pork Producers Council, talks about the significance of the order and what it means to those who aren’t lawyers.
Ag Leaders Look Forward to Helping EPA Rewrite WOTUS
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On the heels of a Supreme Court decision against the EPA’s WOTUS Act, industry leaders say although this is cause for celebration, there is still work to be done. All nine justices agreed the EPA’s expansive regulatory efforts violate the Clean Water Act.
USMEF Meat Market Update
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An update from the U.S. Meat Export Federation on a favorable meat market in 2023… USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom…
CCA’s on Wildfires: the Golden State Season
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On the heels of a very wet spring, California ranchers brace for the upcoming fire season. The lack of prescription burning and increased fuel are both heavy concerns for Californians this year.
Bridge Loans with Farmers Business Network
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Thanks to the time it takes to complete an appraisal, purchasing farm land can take up to 90 days to close. Farmers Business Network announced today it has a new tool to help buyers expedite that process. FBN Finance General Manager Dan English.
USDA Grants Millions in Rural Broadband ReConnect Program
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture is offering $714 million in grants and loans to connect thousands of rural Americans to affordable, high-speed internet. You might be asking yourself, “well that sounds all fine and dandy on paper, but what does that actually mean?”