American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall commented today on the confirmation of Jamieson Greer as United States Trade Representative. “AFBF congratulates Jamieson Greer on his confirmation to serve as the next United States Trade Representative. He steps into the job at a critical time for American agriculture. Growing trade imbalances and potential tariffs by …
Category: Ag News
Feb 26
Chairman Thompson Applauds USDA’s Avian Flu Strategy
House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson (PA-15) released the following statement after Secretary Brooke Rollins announced the United States Department of Agriculture’s five-point plan to combat avian flu and stabilize egg prices: “I want to thank President Trump and Secretary Rollins for laying out a clear and effective strategy to combat the avian flu outbreak. Today’s …
Feb 26
Growth Energy Welcomes Jamieson Greer as New USTR
Growth Energy, the nation’s largest biofuel trade association, congratulated Jamieson Greer today after his confirmation by the U.S. Senate as U.S. Trade Representative. “After a record-setting year for ethanol exports, the U.S. biofuels industry is more focused than ever on accelerating growth through international sales,” said Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor. “Accomplishing this goal, however, will require …
Feb 26
NMPF Board Member Advocates for H5N1 Vaccine, Dairy Priorities at Senate Hearing
Vermont dairy farmer Harold Howrigan, a member of the NMPF Board of Directors, urged the Senate Agriculture Committee to swiftly advance a five-year farm bill that renews the Dairy Margin Coverage program. He also addressed other major dairy issues, including the need for effective H5N1 vaccines for dairy cattle. Howrigan, a sixth-generation farmer who also …
Feb 26
NFU President Rob Larew Discusses Lawsuit Settlement, Farm Bill Delays, and Upcoming Convention in OKC
At the AFR Convention, National Farmers Union President Rob Larew provided updates on key issues affecting farmers and ranchers, ranging from a significant lawsuit settlement to concerns about USDA cutbacks and the stalled Farm Bill. After his time on a panel with Congressman Frank Lucas discussing these issues, Farm Director KC Sheperd sat down with …
Feb 26
Klobuchar Addresses Problems Facing Farmers at Senate Agriculture Committee Hearing
U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, today delivered the following opening statement at the Committee hearing on Perspectives from the Field: Farmer and Rancher Views on the Agricultural Economy, Part 2. In her remarks, Senator Klobuchar addressed challenges farmers are facing, including avian flu and potential tariffs, …
Feb 26
Build a Winning Recipe for Communications at the Animal Agriculture Alliance’s 2025 Stakeholders Summit!
Just like your favorite family recipe, a successful trust-building communications strategy requires key ingredients. If prepared properly, this strategy can help foster and strengthen genuine connections that positively move the needle in consumer perceptions of food and agriculture. At the Animal Agriculture Alliance’s 2025 Stakeholders Summit, Christophe Pelletier of The Food Futurist will help attendees discover …
Feb 26
Ben Hale: Western Livestock Commission Firm Celebrates 30-years of Business amidst Rising Cattle Prices
On Tuesdays, Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster, Ron Hays, visits with Ben Hale of Western Livestock Auctions as he talks about the latest in the markets and more. Established in 1995, Western has grown into a multi-generational family-owned and operated business and stands as a symbol of tradition, excellence, and a deep-rooted passion for the …
Feb 26
MSU Scientist Researching ways to Educate Consumers on Health, Food Security Benefits of Foods Developed with Biotechnologies
Vincenzina Caputo is using a $650,000 USDA NIFA grant to examine how consumers view agri-food biotechnologies and the key players who communicate the science behind them. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Economic Research Service projects that by 2050, the total production of global agriculture will need to equal between 14,060-15,410 trillion crop calories based …
Feb 26
Mike Trammel discusses Legumes in Grass-Based Grazing Systems
On today’s Cow-Calf Corner, Mike Trammell, Oklahoma State University Southeast Regional Forage Agronomist, talks about legumes in grass-based grazing systems. Cow Calf Corner is the weekly series known as the “Cow Calf Corner,” published electronically by Dr. Derrell Peel, Mark Johnson, and Paul Beck. There are several important benefits associated with establishing other forage crops …
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