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Cattle Markets Transparency Bills and Ocean Shipping Reform Act
The Agribusiness Update
NCBA and other livestock groups are pleased with House passage of two bills aimed at greater transparency in the cattle markets, and Ocean Shipping Reform Act could solve some supply chain issues.
Ag Applauds House Infrastructure Passage and Governors Urge Expanding Fuel Blends
The Agribusiness Update
Ag groups applaud House passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, Governors from several states ask President for guidance on expanding higher ethanol fuel blends.
Hours Extended for Long Haul Drivers and Hurricane Ida Food Packages
The Agribusiness Update
Exemption extended for hours-of-service for livestock haulers, and USDA foods available for Louisiana families impacted by Hurricane Ida.
Infrastructure Bill to Aid Water Woes and AFBF on EPA's Chlorpyrifos Decision
The Agribusiness Update
The Senate passed infrastructure bill could help water projects in the West, and AFBF president Zippy Duvall is not pleased with the EPA's decision to revoke all tolerance of the pesticide chlorpyrifos.
Arkansas Continues Flood Recovery and Beef Industry Bounces Back
The Agribusiness Update
Arkansas continues its recovery from summer flooding, and beef industry bounces back with progress expected into 2022.
Defend Domestic Produce Production and House Climate Mitigation Bill
The Agribusiness Update
The Defending Domestic Produce Production Act has been reintroduced to Congress, and the House is predicted to follow Senate's lead and pass a first ever Climate Mitigation bill for agriculture.
Mexico's Potato Ban Delay
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Yesterday's Mexican Supreme Court vote on overturning that country's ban on fresh U.S. potatoes has been postponed until at least next week.
Essential Nurseries Delivering and Perdue Applauds CARES Act
The Agribusiness Update
Essential nurseries step it up for Spring planting season, and Ag Secretary Sonny Perdue applauds passage of CARES Act.
Ag Labor Meeting in D.C. Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
The National Potato Council hosted a meeting of ag groups from across the country in Washington D.C. to stress the importance of ag labor reform.
Ag Labor Meeting in D.C. Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
The National Potato Council hosted a meeting of ag groups from across the country in Washington D.C. to stress the importance of ag labor reform.
Ag Inspectors Bill Passed and Cattle First Documentary
The Agribusiness Update
Ag Inspector bill passes House, and "Cattle First" documentary launches at 2020 Cattle Industry Convention in San Antonio.
USMCA and China Agreements Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Some good news on the trade front with House passage of the USMCA and movement on a deal with China.
USMCA and China Agreements Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Some good news on the trade front with House passage of the USMCA and movement on a deal with China.
Mexico Upbeat on USMCA and Perdue on Mexican Trade Mission
The Agribusiness Update
Mexican officials are upbeat about USMCA passage, and Ag Secretary Sonny Perdue leads group to Mexico on trade mission.
E coli in Romaine and USMEF on USMCA
The Agribusiness Update
E coli cases in Romaine hard to track, and USMEF optimistic about USMCA chances.
Newhouse Op-Ed on USMCA Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
U.S. Representative Dan Newhouse joins two other former state Ag Department heads in op-ed that urges passage of the USMCA.
Newhouse Op-Ed on USMCA Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
U.S. Representative Dan Newhouse joins two other former state Ag Department heads in op-ed that urges passage of the USMCA.
Impeachment Delay for USMCA Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Will the impeachment frenzy in Washington D.C. delay or derail ratification of the USMCA? U.S. Representative Dan Newhouse weighs in.
Impeachment Delay for USMCA Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
Will the impeachment frenzy in Washington D.C. delay or derail ratification of the USMCA? U.S. Representative Dan Newhouse weighs in.
Dam Removal Update Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Another ploy to push dam removal study on lower Snake River.