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Farm Bill Clears First Hurdle
Southeast Regional Ag News
The House Agriculture Committee advances the Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026 with a bipartisan 34 to 17 vote.
Buying American Cotton Act Gains Attention
Southeast Regional Ag News
The National Cotton Council says retailers and industry leaders are backing the proposed legislation.
Dicamba Gets the Green Light
Southeast Regional Ag News
The EPA approves over-the-top Dicamba use this season while signaling close monitoring and possible changes ahead.
Dicamba Returns Under Watch
California Ag Today
The EPA restores Dicamba use this year but says future approval depends on performance and environmental safeguards.
New Faces, New Funding for Southern Agriculture
Southeast Regional Ag News
Alabama names FSA committee members as Florida opens millions in forest cost-share support.
Peanut Producers Set to Receive $55.65 Per Acre
Southeast Regional Ag News
USDA announced payment rates under the Farmer Bridge Assistance Program, with payments expected by February 28, 2026.
USDA Shares Plans for Dairy Support and Food Assistance
California Ag Today
Officials say the changes could affect producers while helping supply food banks nationwide.
Georgia Agriculture at a Glance
Southeast Regional Ag News
From policy to markets, get the big picture in one powerful event.
USDA Expands Dairy Coverage and Food Aid
Southeast Regional Ag News
The department says the moves are meant to support producers while improving access to nutritious food.
Five Agriculture Leaders Appointed to Florida FSA Committee
Southeast Regional Ag News
The new state committee brings decades of experience to strengthening USDA programs for Florida farmers and ranchers.
Federal CARE Act Reintroduced to Strengthen Child Labor Protections in Agriculture
California Ag Today
California Congressman Raul Ruiz revives legislation aimed at aligning farm labor rules for minors with national standards
Trump’s Beef Import Proposal Rattles U.S. Cattle Markets
Southeast Regional Ag News
Farm leaders warn that importing beef from Argentina could undercut prices and threaten one of the few stable sectors in the American farm economy.
California Ag Board to Tackle Farm Economy Challenges
California Ag Today
State leaders and industry voices will discuss lending, labor, water costs, and more at August 5 meeting.
Big Bill, Big Backup: What the Safety Net Looks Like
Southeast Regional Ag News
The proposed “One Big Beautiful Bill” Act includes key provisions for risk management and the farm safety net, according to the American Farm Bureau Federation.
Florida Voters to Decide on Agricultural Tax Break in 2026
Southeast Regional Ag News
A proposed amendment could provide Florida farmers with tax relief on agricultural land, exempting tangible personal property from property taxes. The decision will be up to voters in the 2026 election, with potential benefits and concerns at stake.