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Category: Ag News
Feb 03
John Deere Statment On EPA Advances Farmers’ Right to Repair Their Own Equipment, Saving Repair Costs and Productivity
John Deere appreciates today’s action by EPA Administrator Zeldin, which responds directly to a formal request made by the company in June 2025. John Deere sought this updated guidance from the EPA with the intent to further increase customers’ and independent repair technicians’ repair capabilities while ensuring compliance with EPA requirements and guidance. John Deere’s request to the …
Feb 03
Pleased with Latest 45Z Proposal, Corn Growers Commend Administration
A proposal released today by the U.S. Department of Treasury on a tax credit designed to help the biofuel industry sell into the aviation sector was met with positive reception among the nation’s corn growers. “Treasury’s proposal is a definite step in the right direction and will allow corn growers to transition into and supply …
Feb 03
Buck Wehrbein Reflects on a Remarkable Year as NCBA President
Buck Wehrbein reflected on a remarkable year serving as president of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association with senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays at CattleCon26. Wehrbein noted how rare it is to see historically high cattle prices alongside strong consumer demand. He emphasized the industry’s efficiency, pointing out that despite cattle numbers being at …
Feb 03
Fuel Retailers Press for Simpler Tax Policy Before Biofuels Collapse
NATSO, representing truck stops and travel plazas, SIGMA: America’s Leading Fuel Marketers, and the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) expressed serious concern with the “Section 45Z” Clean Fuel Production Credit. The U.S. Treasury Department was tasked with writing guidelines that would create a viable regulatory framework for ‘45Z’ and bolster the flailing U.S. biofuels …
Feb 03
Slobbers: The story of it may be a bigger deal than you think
In this episode, Dr. Krishona Martinson shares her personal story of changing her mind about how big a deal slobbers really is. An unseen mold in legumes can cause big headaches, and owners need to be aware of risks, and how to manage properly to reduce the chance that your horse can be severely affected. …
Feb 03
Joint Statement from NMPF and USDEC on USDA Food for Peace Funding Allocations
The National Milk Producers Federation and U.S. Dairy Export Council today commended USDA’s Food for Peace funding allocations for fiscal year 2025 that include support for Ready-to-Use Supplementary Foods that incorporate milk powders. The announcements follow a USDEC and NMPF request for continued support for the program used to treat malnutrition globally. Statement from Gregg Doud, President …
Feb 03
Stitt gives nod to reducing regulations, capping property taxes in final State of the State address
Gov. Kevin Stitt kicked off the second general session of the 60th Oklahoma Legislature with his final State of the State address Monday, Feb. 2, at the state Capitol in Oklahoma City. In his eighth address to the legislature and the people of Oklahoma, Stitt recounted his administration’s efforts throughout his two terms as governor and …
Feb 03
Statement by Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins
On January 31st, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Department of State welcomed a new commitment between the United States and Mexico that strengthens implementation of the 1944 Water Treaty, providing greater certainty for farmers, ranchers, and producers in South Texas who rely on consistent water deliveries from the Rio Grande. This announcement …
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