— Josh Allen is a household name best known for his touchdowns on Sunday nights—but he’s also a farmer. That’s the premise behind the new Like a Farmer video series, presented by AgAmerica, available on all major streaming platforms and YouTube starting today. “We’re missing targeted programming for the backbone of the American economy—farmers! There isn’t anything out there focused on showcasing …
Category: Ag News
Jun 15
Thursday Preopening Market Update with Dave Lanning
RON’s Dave Lanning has a pre-opening look at today’s agricultural Markets. Click the audio tab below for today’s report.
Jun 15
Angus Foundation’s “George Grant Challengers” pledge to help sustain the breed’s 150-year legac
Angus Foundation’s “George Grant Challengers” pledge to help sustain the breed’s 150-year legacyGroup of Angus breeders make $15,000 gifts, challenging fellow members to give $150 to the “A Legacy Built” campaign. A group of dedicated Angus breeders each pledged $15,000 to establish the “George Grant Challenge” in support of the Angus Foundation’s “A Legacy Built” …
Jun 15
House Advances Legislation to Rein in Executive Overreach
Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after the House passed H.R. 277, the Regulations from the Executive in Need of Scrutiny (REINS) Act of 2023. This legislation would require congressional approval of any major rule or regulation that has an economic impact of $100 million or more annually. “The Biden Administration has forgotten …
Jun 15
New Report explores Benefits of co-location of solar, Ag land
As demand for clean energy increases, many state and local governments are prudently discussing the impact future solar development will have on agricultural lands. Because large-scale solar requires considerable land use, a new report from the Center for Rural Affairs (produced for NCAT’s AgriSolar Clearinghouse) aims to provide decision-makers and others an overview of policy …
Jun 15
USMEF Statement on Announcement of Tentative Agreement on West Coast Port Labor Contract
On Wednesday night the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) and the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) announced a tentative agreement on a six-year contract. The agreement, which covers all of the West Coast ports, must still be ratified by both sides. A joint statement by PMA and ILWU notes the agreement was reached with assistance …
Jun 15
Farm Bureau Continues to Advance Farmers’ Right to Repair
The American Farm Bureau Federation signed a memorandum of understanding with CLAAS of America, providing even more farmers and ranchers the right to repair their own farm equipment. The MOU follows similar agreements AFBF entered with John Deere, CNH Industrial Brands (which includes Case IH and New Holland), AGCO and Kubota. Combined, the five MOUs …
Jun 15
$79.9 Million Price For 100-year Texas Legacy Ranch Holding Near San Antonio, Texas, Announced By Icon Global
The 3,630-acre ranch, which contains elevations of over 1,800 ft. is located on the fringe of San Antonio, just northwest of the Scenic Loop Road. It is well positioned within the high-growth, northwestern San Antonio corridor to Boerne, as well as easily accessed via Austin. The property adjoins the large Rancho Sierra lands, owned by the …
Jun 14
NCBA Praises House Appropriations Committee for Advancing Agricultural Bill
Today, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) thanked members of the House Appropriations Committee for advancing the Fiscal Year 2024 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration appropriations bill, which will provide funding for essential programs that support cattle producers while defending against overreaching regulations. “We are pleased the House Appropriations Committee showed such strong …
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