Budget Environment Challenges Farm Bill Writers
A suddenly changed political environment for budgeting on Capitol Hill is posing new challenges for farm bill writers, who are already facing a daunting October 1st deadline to complete work on a new bill. It’s a ‘tale
USDA Investing $320 Million to Strengthen Supply Chains
The USDA is investing $320 million to create new and better markets for agricultural producers and food businesses in 19 states across rural America. “Our goal is to expand processing capacity, create fairer markets and more revenue
Young Cattlemen’s Conference Graduates 71 Leaders
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Young Cattlemen’s Conference program concluded its successful relaunch after a three-year hiatus. This year’s class included 71 leaders from across the country and every sector of the beef industry. After nine days
Legislation Supports Advancements in Ag Research and Innovation
Several senators introduced legislation to invest in public research, develop regionally adapted seed varieties and animal breeds, and enable the U.S. to maintain a robust food and ag system. The Seeds and Breeds for the Future Act
Lamb Board Building Local Relationships
The continuing trend toward local food sourcing has put hometown butchers and specialty meat shops on the radar of likely lamb consumers. In June, the American Lamb Board connected with 50 of these U.S. businesses through its
Growth Energy Cheers Senate Push for U.S. Leadership on SAF
WASHINGTON, D.C.— Growth Energy today praised a bipartisan letter signed by 16 senators calling on the U.S. Department of the Treasury to use the most accurate and up-to-date lifecycle analysis for calculating new tax credits for sustainable aviation fuel
SDSU’s Dakota Lakes Research Farm hosts Field Day on June 29
BROOKINGS, S.D. – South Dakota State University’s Dakota Lakes Research Farm (DLRF) will host its annual field day on June 29, 2023. The field day will begin at 3:00 PM (CST) and run until dark. Two field
Klobuchar Supports AM for Every Vehicle Act
Senator Amy Klobuchar is one of the co-sponsors of the AM for Every Vehicle Act. The Minnesota Democrat says the bipartisan legislation would direct regulators to require automakers to maintain AM broadcast radio in new vehicles. Klobuchar
More on Canada Joining US in Mexican Trade Dispute
Canada has formally agreed to take part in a trade dispute settlement consultation process, launched by the U.S., involving Mexico’s increasing restrictions on biotechnology product use and imports. The issue relates to President Obrador’s decree, several months
How Precision Ag Tools Can Help Crop Insurance Reporting
Nick Luett, Precision Ag Specialist with RCIS, joins Jesse Allen to discuss how precision ag tools, data and more are helping in crop insurance reporting. Learn more about how RCIS can help with their own tools by