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Senate Farm Bill Effort Stalls After Thursday Committee Vote
Southeast Regional Ag News
House and Senate leaders offer differing perspectives as producers await a new five-year farm bill.
Senate Releases Farm Bill2.0 Draft
Line on Agriculture
The Senate Agriculture Committee has released a draft of the farm bill, which updates farm programs, conservation credits, and rural development. The bill builds on last year's One Big Beautiful Bill Act, focusing on commodity reference prices and nutrition policies, which constitute 85% of the bill's spending
National Farmers Union Calls on Senate to Pass a Farm Bill
Line on Agriculture
In a letter recently sent to the US Senate, the National Farmers Union highlights significant challenges in the farm economy, such as high input costs, low commodity prices, market volatility, trade uncertainties, and rising farm exits and bankruptcies.
USDA Unveils Great American Cotton Plan
Southeast Regional Ag News
New federal initiative aims to strengthen cotton markets, boost demand, and support growers facing economic challenges.
Southeast Cotton Leaders Step Forward
Southeast Regional Ag News
Cotton producers and industry professionals from across the Southeast are being recognized as future leaders for U.S. agriculture.
Newsom Spotlights Agriculture Efforts
California Ag Today
The governor pointed to expanded farm-to-family programs as he addressed challenges tied to the ongoing war.
Championing California Agriculture
California Ag Today
State Treasurer Fiona Ma is recognized for years of support for farmers, ranchers and rural communities.
USDA Launches Campaign on Updated “Product of USA” Label
California Ag Today
The agency says the change is intended to improve transparency and support domestic producers.
USDA's Farmer Assistance Program Intended to Fill a Gap in Policy
Line on Agriculture
Richard Fordyce, the Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation, about the newly released Farm Bridge Assistance Program.
R-Calf Supports Trump Meat Probe
Line on Agriculture
President Donald Trump has called for an investigation into potential price fixing and violations in the beef packing industry, coinciding with R-CALF USA's lawsuit against the sector.
Federal Help Sought for Peach Farmers
California Ag Today
Lawmakers urge swift action as growers confront mounting losses.
NFU; Consolidation in Beef Industry, Farm Bill Priorities
Line on Agriculture
NFU is encouraged by Trump's Beef Consolidation Investigation
Less Paperwork, More Time in the Field
Southeast Regional Ag News
USDA’s new technology initiative aims to simplify farm program reporting while gaining industry backing.
What Changed for Tortillas This Year
California Ag Today
AB 1830 updates fortification rules for corn masa products.
Part 1: AFBF on WOTUS
Line on Agriculture
The conversation discusses the Waters of the US (WOTUS) regulation under the Clean Water Act, highlighting its complex history and lack of clear definition, leading to decades of debate over federal regulatory reach
Rollins Challenges California Agricultural Land Proposal
California Ag Today
USDA Secretary urges Governor Newsom to abandon a land equity proposal under review by California lawmakers.
Federal CARE Act Aims to Update Child Labor Standards for Agriculture
Southeast Regional Ag News
Rep. Raul Ruiz reintroduces the bill as national farmworker groups and limited past Southeast support highlight ongoing safety concerns for young workers
California Farm Bureau Welcomes Pause on AB 1156
California Ag Today
Farm and ranch groups applaud decision to place Assembly Bill 1156 on hold amid concerns over farmland protections.
AFBF: Farmers Win Relief from Wage Hike RuleThe court’s decision halts new H-2A wage requirements, offering breathing room for small producers.
Southeast Regional Ag News
Organization says the court’s decision halts new H-2A wage requirements, offering breathing room for small producers.
USDA Ends Funding for Solar Projects on Prime Farmland
California Ag Today
New policy aims to protect farmland access, safeguard food security, and shift focus back to agricultural production.