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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.
Pear Bill Signed Into Law Pt 3
Fruit Grower Report
State Representative Bruce Chandler is pleased to announce his Pear Bill that passed both the House and Senate unanimously has been signed into law by Governor Inslee.
Pear Bill Signed Into Law Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
State Representative Bruce Chandler is pleased to announce his Pear Bill that passed both the House and Senate unanimously has been signed into law by Governor Inslee.
Pear Bill Signed Into Law Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
State Representative Bruce Chandler is pleased to announce his Pear Bill that passed both the House and Senate unanimously has been signed into law by Governor Inslee.
Farmer's Markets Essential and Organic Avocado Demand Up
The Agribusiness Update
Farmer's Markets have been deemed "essential" after many closed due to coronavirus, and organic avocado demand climbs.
AFBF on WOTUS and Senator Roberts on Shutdown
The Agribusiness Update
American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duval calls on lawmakers to clarify WOTUS, and Kansas Senator Pat Roberts says shutdowns he's been a part of haven't worked.
USDA's $12-Billion Assistance and FDA's Milk Label Enforcement
The Agribusiness Update
USDA to roll out $12-billion in assistance for farmers faced with foreign tariffs, and FDA will soon be enforcing regulations defining milk as animal-based food.
FDA to Redefine "Healthy" and Ag Lenders expect rise in loan demand
The Agribusiness Update
FDA considers comments to redefine "healthy" in American foods, and Ag lenders expect loan demand to rise.
RMA Sales Closing Dates & WOTUS Comment Period
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Sales closing dates for USDA Risk Management Agency 2015 fall crop MPCI programs quickly approaching, and comment period on EPA's proposal to redefine "Waters of the U.S." still open.