May 01
Today, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) endorsed the Fair and Accurate Ingredient Representation on Labels (FAIR Labels) Act. This legislation would ensure consumer transparency by addressing the labeling of cell-cultivated protein and plant-based alternative protein products. Sen. Pete Ricketts, R-Neb., and Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., sponsored the bipartisan Senate version of the FAIR Labels …
Apr 30
Today, the House of Representatives passed the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026, with a final vote of 224-200. Now the bill moves to the U.S. Senate for consideration. The National Association of Farm Broadcasters recently convened in Washington, D.C., for its annual Washington Watch event, where Senator John Boozman addressed the farm broadcasters during …
Apr 30
Tom Cole Votes in Favor of the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026: Today, Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after voting in favor of the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026, which reauthorizes, modernizes, and improves key Department of Agriculture programs through 2031: “Agriculture is truly the heart …
Apr 30
Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food, Nutrition, and Consumer Services mission area announced its intention to introduce the Food and Nutrition Administration. This shift will include a reorganization and relocation, all to move program leadership and staff from Washington, D.C. to hub and program compliance locations across the U.S. This shift in customer …
Apr 30
Thirteen students paired with Angus ranches across the United States will be expanding their knowledge of the cattle industry this year as part of the Angus Foundation’s 2026 Angus/Talon Youth Educational Learning Program. The program’s internships are the legacy of the late Camron “Cam” Cooper of Talon Ranch, Twin Bridges, Montana. Cooper established the Angus/Talon …
Apr 30
Farm Bureau Applauds House Passage of Farm Bill: American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall commented today on the House of Representatives vote to pass the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026. “Farmers and ranchers applaud the House of Representatives for passing a new, modernized farm bill. We appreciate Chairman G.T. Thompson’s leadership …
Apr 30
The hard red winter wheat markets are currently experiencing significant volatility, driven by geopolitical conflicts and challenging weather conditions across the Plains. In a recent discussion with Farm Director KC Sheperd, Oklahoma State University’s Todd Hubbs highlighted the rapid price swings, noting that the July contract for Hard Red Winter Wheat (HRW) recently climbed above …
Apr 30
During the Washington Watch event in Washington, D.C., Democrat Angie Craig addressed members of the National Association of Farm Broadcasters to discuss the current legislative landscape. Representative Angie Craig expressed significant concerns regarding the proposed Farm Bill and its potential impact on the agricultural community and food assistance programs. Challenges Facing Modern Farmers Representative Craig …
