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Shining Light on Farm & Food Policy for 20 Years.
Saturday, December 07, 2024
Arkansas Senator John Boozman says leaders have a mandate from voters to deliver a better American economy. Boozman feels the urgency to help farmers and ranchers financially to secure financing for the new crop year.
The USDA will begin more extensive testing for H5N1 in dairy cattle and milk and agriculture leaders in Washington continue to work for economic assistance and a new farm bill.
American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall says Congress has no choice but to provide financial assistance to farmers who have suffered economic losses or severe weather events.
A delay in action on renewable fuel regulations by the Treasury Department is impacting demand for feedstocks for the first quarter of 2025. Recent Biden administration regulations may come under review by the 119th Congress.
The latest USDA farm income forecast suggests a very challenging bottom line for crop farmers across the country. Congressional ag leaders continue to press for economic assistance this year. -
Senator Charles Grassley has low expectations for the Lame Duck Congress this year. The Iowa legislator says GOP leaders will target tax and spending cuts as well as a new farm bill next year.