Cow Fart Tax

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Just when you thought the state government had thought of every way to separate you from your pocketbook, look out!

Democrats in Olympia have proposed a new bill that could tax … get this, the flatulence from cows.

California Storms & Plant Pathogens and Milk Producers on Formula Imports

The Agribusiness Update
Storms that swept across California this year may have created conditions for plant pathogens not seen for decades, and National Milk Producers Federation opposes legislation that could increase vulnerability to infant formula disruptions.

Atlantic Hurricane Season Begins and Milk Producers on Formula Imports

The Agribusiness Update
Atlantic Hurricane season begins, and National Milk Producers Federation opposes legislation that could increase vulnerability to infant formula disruptions.

Crunch Time in Congress

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
It's crunch time as Democrats and Republicans wait to see who blinks first with a government shutdown and billions in ag-related spending on the line.

Stemilt Family Clinic and Bill to Help Small Meat Packers

The Agribusiness Update
Stemilit Growers celebrates 5th anniversary of family clinic, and Legislation is introduced to help small meat packing facilities compete.

NCBA Opposes "Packer Ban," and Georgia Bird Flu Moves

The Agribusiness Update
National Cattlemen's Beef Association Opposes "Packer Ban," and Georgia Veterinarian Shuts Down Poultry Exhibits over Bird Flu