Clean Fuels Commends USDA on Interim Rule for Climate Smart Ag

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Clean Fuels Alliance America submitted comments supporting USDA on its Technical Guidelines for Climate-Smart Agriculture Crops Used as Biofuel Feedstocks Interim Rule and incorporation of USDA FD-CIC. Clean Fuels recommends USDA incorporate intermediate
RFA to USDA: Follow the Science and Market to Maximize Benefits of Feedstock CSA Rules

The Renewable Fuels Association today submitted formal comments to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Office of Energy and Environmental Policy regarding the interim rule on Technical Guidelines for Climate-Smart Agriculture Crops Used as Biofuel Feedstocks. RFA commended USDA for its
AFIA Applauds House Introduction of Innovative FEED Act

ARLINGTON, Va. – March 18, 2025 – The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) thanks bipartisan lead sponsors Representatives Nick Langworthy, R-N.Y.-23, Kim Schrier, D-Wash.-8, Jim Baird, R-Ind.-4, Chellie Pingree, D-Maine-1, Erin Houchin, R-Ind.-9, and Jim Costa, D-Calif.-21, for
Ag Groups Comment on USDA Economic Assistance Rollout

(WASHINGTON D.C.) — On Tuesday, USDA unveiled the specifics of the $10 billion Emergency Commodity Assistance Program (ECAP) that was created as part of the American Relief Act, passed by Congress in December, to help agricultural producers manage
USDA Announces $10 Billion Emergency Commodity Assistance Program for Farmers

Story by Corryn La Rue and Jesse Allen (WASHINGTON D.C.) — Producers who have been waiting on more details regarding the economic assistance passed by Congress in December are receiving more information on Tuesday. The U.S. Department
Ninth Annual “Feeding the Economy” Report Demonstrates Immense Impact of the American Food and Agriculture Industry Amidst Economic Challenges

Washington, D.C. — Today, 36 food and agriculture groups released the ninth annual Feeding the Economy report, a farm-to-fork study of the entire agricultural supply chain. The report analyzes the robust direct and indirect economic contributions of
Thompson, Boozman Applaud USDA’s Actions to Operate at Increased Line Speeds

WASHINGTON, DC — House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson (PA-15) and Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Chairman John Boozman (R-AR) issued the following statement after USDA’s announcement to allow pork and poultry producers to operate at increased line
National Biodiesel Day Celebrates Growth Amid Industry Challenges

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Biodiesel and renewable diesel have seen extraordinary growth in recent years, with more opportunities to come. In recognition of National Biodiesel Day, Clean Fuels Alliance America celebrates both the progress made and the
NASDA Honors National Ag Day, Showcasing Agriculture’s Impact on U.S. Economy and National Security

ARLINGTON, Va. — Today on National Ag Day, the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture celebrates the significant contributions agriculture has made in strengthening our nation’s security and prosperity. NASDA is a proud partner of the ninth
Pork Industry Concludes National Pork Industry Forum

DES MOINES, Iowa – The National Pork Board (NPB) adjourned the National Pork Industry Forum (Forum) last week where industry leaders passed three producer-developed advisements involving swine health, endorsed the Checkoff assessment rate, determined the Return-to-State percentage and recommended board