RFA Urges Tech-Neutral Solutions for Vehicle Emission Reductions
In testimony to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency today, the Renewable Fuels Association called on the agency to use honest carbon accounting and adopt a technology-neutral approach to reducing greenhouse gas emissions for passenger vehicles. According to RFA, EPA’s proposed
ACE Testimony to EPA Advocates for a Technology-Neutral Approach When Finalizing Vehicle Emissions Standards
Sioux Falls, SD (May 9, 2023) – American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) CEO Brian Jennings testified today during a virtual public hearing on the electric-vehicle centric Multi-Pollutant Emissions Standards for Model Years 2027 and Later Light-Duty and Medium-Duty
Huge Jump in Planting Progress Last Week
(WASHINGTON D.C.)- Farmers had ample time and a big window last week to get a lot of fieldwork done across the country. Corn planting advanced to 49% complete as of Sunday, May 7th while soybean planting nationwide
BASF Safety Scouts Farm Safety Program Launches in the U.S.
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC, May 9, 2023 – BASF is excited to support a safe growing season in 2023 with the launch of the BASF Safety Scouts program for U.S. farm families. The BASF Safety Scouts program
Angus Foundation Announces Challenge to Sustain Breed’s 150-year legacy
The Angus Foundation recently announced a new challenge for its supporters: 1,000 donations to the Legacy Built campaign by December 31, 2023. With 2023 marking 150 years since the arrival of the Angus breed in the United
Celebrate Jerauld County Farm Family
By Lura Roti for SDFU Riding out to check cows with a cup of morning coffee, their youngest son, Cale, 3, on her lap and oldest son, Cade, 9, on the seat between her and her husband,
Growth Energy to Flag Neglect of Biofuels in EPA Tailpipe Proposal
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Growth Energy will urge regulators to harness U.S. biofuels to address gaps in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) emissions-reduction plan for cars and trucks on Wednesday. Growth Energy Senior Vice President of Regulatory Affairs Chris
Soaring Interest Rates on US Default Would Crush Producers
President Biden and Congressional leaders are meeting today at the White House in hopes of averting a catastrophic U.S. debt default that could crush producers with sky-high interest rates. The political environment for a deal to raise
Oklahoma Wheat Crop a Mixed Bag
It’s a tale of two stories about the Oklahoma wheat crop as drought continues to impact the state. Oklahoma State University small grains specialist Dr. Amanda Silva provides an update on the wheat crop. Silva says; “Oklahoma
Economic Research Service: Farm Income Decline Varies by Region
After reaching recent highs in 2021 and 2022, the average net cash income of U.S. farm businesses is expected to decline by 18 percent in 2023 compared with 2022. Farm businesses across the country are forecast to