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New Dietary Guidelines and WOTUS Clarification Needed
The Agribusiness Update
The Department of Health and Human Services and the USDA have released the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans marking a significant reset of federal nutrition policy, and farmers need rules that clearly define federal jurisdiction of the Waters of the United States.
Specialty Crop Fixes in 2026
Fruit Grower Report
2026 begins with continuing hopes that specialty crops will see some kind of ag labor reforms and be included in future ag assistance programs.
Tracking Wolves to Protect Livestock
California Ag Today
CDFW will share location data with ranchers as part of a broader effort to curb depredation.
Beef 2025 Review
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Jenna Stanton, director of policy and public affairs for the U.S. Cattlemen’s Association, takes a look back at the catte industry in 2025.
Cattle Health Leaders Wanted
California Ag Today
Help shape the future of cattle health in California.
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
Cautious Optimism Returns to California Almond Industry
Southeast Regional Ag News
Industry leaders point to improving market balance, stronger grower returns, and renewed focus on global demand at the 53rd Annual Almond Conference.
Cautious Optimism Returns to California Almond Industry
California Ag Today
Industry leaders point to improving market balance, stronger grower returns, and renewed focus on global demand at the 53rd Annual Almond Conference.
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.
U.S. Targets Nicaragua on Trade
Southeast Regional Ag News
USTR announces phased tariffs under Section 301 as the National Cotton Council backs action addressing labor and human rights concerns.
Changing Guard at California Fish and Wildlife
California Ag Today
Chuck Bonham prepares to step down as director of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife and transition to The Nature Conservancy.
$25 Million Boost for Florida Water Projects
Southeast Regional Ag News
New agriculture focused grants aim to improve water quality, water supply, and long term sustainability across key Florida basins.
Ag Labor and Big Needs
Fruit Grower Report
The need for labor reform is not the only challenge farmers are facing today, but it is one of the biggest. Sara Neagu-Reed, Director of Production and Environmental Policy at the International Fresh Produce Association, says the Trump administration seems to recognize that.
Legislature and Agriculture-Braun
Fruit Grower Report
When it comes to ag overtime, Senate Republican, John Braun tells the ‘Elephant in the Dome’ podcast that too many urban legislators can’t admit it’s bad policy.
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
Federal Water Rule Could Ease Burdens for Farmers
Southeast Regional Ag News
California Farm Bureau says a new WOTUS proposal may streamline federal oversight while raising questions about how California will respond.
Federal Water Rule Could Ease Burdens for Farmers
California Ag Today
California Farm Bureau says a new WOTUS proposal may streamline federal oversight while raising questions about how California will respond.
Ag Labor Reform
Fruit Grower Report
H-2A reform is just one of many labor challenges farmers are facing today that need to be fixed.
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
Senate Advances Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act
California Ag Today
New legislation could expand milk choices in schools and influence California’s dairy sector.