The Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 passed out of committee and included an amendment to rename the 1890 National Scholars Program in honor of Rep. David Scott (GA-13). This amendment was introduced by House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson (PA-15). “Empowering the next generation of agricultural leaders is a critical part of the farm bill, and …
Category: Ag News
Mar 17
USDA Offers Disaster Assistance to Agricultural Producers in Oklahoma Impacted by Wildfire
Agricultural operations in Oklahoma have been significantly impacted by recent wildfires. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has technical and financial assistance available to help farmers and livestock producers recover from these adverse weather events. “USDA has a suite of programs to support farmers and ranchers as they recover from disasters,” said Farm Production and …
Mar 17
Administrator Zeldin Announces Proposal to Streamline Permitting Requirements for Incinerators Critical to Wildfire Prevention and Natural Disaster Recovery
Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin issued a proposal to harmonize existing Clean Air Act (CAA) regulations and cut red tape for incinerators to help state, local, and Tribal governments prevent and respond to natural disasters. EPA’s proposal, if finalized, will end decades of confusion surrounding CAA regulations and permits for incinerators, …
Mar 17
Purina Animal Nutrition Is Offering $30,000 Across 10 Scholarships; Open to Students With Experience in Animal Agriculture
Purina Animal Nutrition, along with the Land O’Lakes Foundation, has opened its scholarship program designed to assist students with experience in agriculture and livestock production in pursuing their passions and furthering their education. Undergraduate students and current high school seniors in the U.S. who have experience raising and caring for small or large livestock, equine, and/or …
Mar 17
The new Dietary Guidelines for Americans emphasize healthy eating patterns to support long-term health
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans has provided nutritional guidance since 1980. The latest guidelines continue to provide the public with research-based information to help people of all ages make healthier food and beverage choices. Updated every five years, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans emphasize practical, flexible approaches to healthy eating that fit a variety of …
Mar 17
Statement from NCBA CEO Colin Woodall, on false animal health information being spread online
“The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) is aware of online rumors that allege a new or unknown animal disease is circulating in a feedlot in the Texas Panhandle. These claims are false. Animal health officials from USDA, state officials in Texas, along with leaders at Texas Cattle Feeders Association, have confirmed there is no such …
Mar 17
2025/26 U.S. Sorghum Crop Graded At No. 1 Certification For Seventh Consecutive Year
The U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council (USGBC) released its 2025/26 Sorghum Quality Report today, and for the seventh year in a row, U.S. sorghum was, on average, graded above the necessary requirements for U.S. No. 1 certification. “The Council has built a reputation as a trusted partner and source of information for global grain and grain co-product …
Mar 17
U.S. Dairy Testifies on State of Maritime Supply Chain
Tony Rice, Senior Director of Trade Policy at the National Milk Producers Federation and U.S. Dairy Export Council, testified today before the House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Administrative State, Regulatory Reform and Antitrust on the maritime supply chain challenges faced by the U.S. dairy industry. The U.S. dairy industry exported $9.6 billion and three million …
Mar 17
Beef Update: Protect Cattle Health, ROI with 8 Vaccine Handling Tips
Vaccinations are some of the best tools we have available to prevent costly reproductive and respiratory diseases, but they won’t provide the return on investment we’re looking for if handled or administered improperly, says Dr. Dan Tracy, Zoetis beef technical services. The cost of improper vaccine administration and handling can vary widely depending on the …
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