Corn Growers Disappointed in ITC Decision on Imports
The U.S. International Trade Commission agreed to advance a petition by Corteva Agribusiness to place anti-dumping and countervailing duties on imports of 2,4-D shipping from China and India. The National Corn Growers Association says the decision will
Thompson Releases Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2024
WASHINGTON, DC — House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson (PA-15) issued the following statement after releasing text of the 2024 Farm Bill: “The Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2024 is the product of extensive feedback from stakeholders and all
Ranking Member David Scott Statement on Farm Bill Text Release
WASHINGTON – Today, House Agriculture Ranking Member David Scott released the below statement following the unveiling of the long-awaited partisan farm bill text by Agriculture Committee Republicans.“The discussion draft released by Chairman Thompson today confirms my worst fears: House Republicans
Fischer, Colleagues Aim to Overturn Administration’s EV Tax Credit Rule
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) joined her Senate colleagues in introducing legislation to overturn the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s final rule implementing the 30D Clean Vehicle Credit. This resolution will end tax credits for
Farm Bill Lobbying Exceeds $500 Million
A new report from The Hill says that pharmaceutical, manufacturing, and agriculture interests have combined to spend over $400 million lobbying Congress on a new farm bill. The Union for Concerned Scientists says that’s more than four
Stabenow Issues Statement on Farm Bill
House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member David Scott (D-GA) and Senate Committee Chair Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) issued a statement on farm bill development. “House and Senate Democrats remain committed to passing a strong, bipartisan farm bill that strengthens
American Agriculture is an “Export Powerhouse”
It’s no secret in U.S. agriculture how valuable trade is to multiple sectors. Daniel Whitley, administrator of the Foreign Agricultural Service, spoke during the 2024 NAFB Washington Watch. He says U.S. agriculture is a powerhouse, He says,
Railroad Staffing Shortages Compromise Safety and Service
Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) called on the six Class One railroads to address severe staffing shortages that are endangering workers, increasing the risk of derailments, and raising costs for farmers, businesses and consumers. She wants the railroads
AEM Pleased With Turnout on the National Mall
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers were pleased with this year’s Celebration of Modern Agriculture on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The event facilitated an array of substantial policy discussions with the agency officials who directly impact
Commodity Classic Announces Preliminary Schedule for 2025 Show in Denver
ST. LOUIS, MO (May 16, 2024) — Plans for the 2025 Commodity Classic are well underway as America’s largest farmer-led agricultural and educational experience takes place March 2–4, 2025 in Denver, CO. The theme for the 2025