Corn Planting Almost Halfway Done; Soybeans 35% Planted

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(WASHINGTON D.C.)– Even with the active weather pattern and wet conditions in many areas of the country, farmers were able to make substantial progress in corn planting this week according to the latest Crop Progress Report from

NMPF Statement on H5N1 Federal Aid to Assist Dairy Farmers

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ARLINGTON, VA – From NMPF President & CEO Gregg Doud: “NMPF thanks Secretary Vilsack and federal leadership for effectively using their existing authorities to offer necessary assistance for dairy farmers as they meet the challenges of H5N1 in dairy cattle. Care

Thompson Releases Additional 2024 Farm Bill Details, Pens Open Letter

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WASHINGTON, DC — House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson (PA-15) today released additional details on the bipartisan policies and priorities included in the 2024 Farm Bill, accompanied by an open letter to colleagues and stakeholders. To view the

Primus Designated as STB Chairman

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ARLINGTON, Va., May 13, 2024 — President Joe Biden announced the designation of Robert Primus as chairman of the Surface Transportation Board (STB). National Grain and Feed Association (NGFA) President and CEO Mike Seyfert issued the following

Bill Would Strengthen Crop Insurance

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Representatives Brad Finstad (R-MN) and Michelle Fischbach (R-MN) introduced the Federal Agriculture Risk Management Enhancement and Resilience Act into the House last week. The FARMER Act is intended to strengthen crop insurance and make higher levels of