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Shining Light on Farm & Food Policy for 20 Years.
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Republicans are seeking input from biofuel stakeholders on what future tax policy should look like now that the GOP will have control in the White House and both chambers of Congress.
Farm groups are re-upping concerns that the next phase of biofuel tax credits could still include bundling requirements that some say could limit opportunities for farmers.
USDA announced several actions today to promote fair and competitive markets, including new rulemaking steps under the Packers and Stockyards Act and increased access to seed germplasm.
Some House Republicans say they hope the farmer fly-ins this week will spur action on a farm bill, although there’s no sign of a breakthrough between the House and Senate, and time is fast running out.
Members of the House are returning today for what is expected to be the last series of votes before Speaker Mike Johnson dismisses the chamber for an early August recess. The House isn’t due to return to work until Sept. 9.
The Agriculture Department will be awarding $90 million for 53 projects aimed at developing new technologies and approaches for conservation efforts, Secretary Tom Vilsack said Thursday.