Nevada grazing permit decision has ranchers concerned

04/07/21 5:35 AM By Steve Davies

Ranchers and environmental advocates are keeping a close eye on a decision by an Interior Department administrative law judge that found the Bureau of Land Management did not adequately analyze the impacts of grazing on greater sage-grouse habitat in Nevada.

Conservation credit system allows Nevada ranchers to aid sage-grouse conservation

07/15/20 6:30 AM By Steve Davies

With greater sage-grouse numbers continuing to decline throughout their range in the western United States, one state is engaging ranchers to preserve habitat for the bird, known for its elaborate mating rituals.

Stakeholders call for changes in wild horse and burro management

08/07/19 6:20 AM By Chloé Fowler

The situation for the wild horses and burros of the west is becoming worse, and action by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is being strongly encouraged by lawmakers and independent parties alike.

Mining merger in Nevada could affect surrounding ranches

07/17/19 6:10 AM By Chloé Fowler

A merger between Barrick Gold Corporation and Newmont Goldcorp Corporation in Nevada could displace and affect surrounding ranches and land owners.

Solar power advocacy groups criticize Nevada governor’s RE vetoes.

06/28/17 11:59 AM By Sandra Cowherd

NEVADA, June 28 2017 - Clean energy supporters in Nevada are calling two of Governor Brian Sandoval’s recent vetoes a “serious misstep.”

Battery storage boosts renewable energy benefits

06/28/17 9:44 AM By Jonathan H. Harsch

NEVADA, June 28, 2017 - Nevada has rejoined the growing list of states expanding their support for renewable energy and for using battery energy storage to make renewable energy even more attractive.

Sen. Tina Smith, D-Minn.

This week’s Open Mic guest is Sen. Tina Smith, D-Minn. In a state noted for its lakes and natural beauty, dry weather remains a huge issue for livestock and crop farmers alike. Smith says additional federal support may be needed in her state and others. In this interview, Smith discusses the two infrastructure packages at play on Capitol Hill as well as concerns over federal spending. Smith is a strong supporter of the Renewable Fuel Standard but agrees with a balanced “all of the above” attitude toward the nation’s energy needs. She shares concerns over cattle price discovery and sees labor issues as a top priority for the ag industry.

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Opinion: American Families Plan “transfer tax” proposal is the real threat to agriculture

In this opinion piece, former Rep. Collin Peterson, D-Minn., discusses how family farms and ranches will negatively be affected due to the transfer tax that would have to be paid to use stepped-up basis.

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Washington Week in Review: July 30, 2021: Infrastructure bill, confirmation and beef hearings

It was a busy week in Washington as Senators announced an infrastructure agreement and a pair of USDA nominees headed to Capitol Hill to try and make their way to the department. More on that and a look at a pair of hearings examining the beef industry in this week's video.

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