Category: legislation
USDA bridge payments focus on row crops, specialty crop timeline still uncertain
USDA released payment rates for the Farmer Bridge Assistance Program. Learn what’s covered now and what specialty growers should expect next.
Organic Farmers Association introduces new farmer working groups
OFA has launched new farmer working groups to strengthen farmer-led advocacy and amplify grower voices. Join a group to share your input.
Organic Trade Association backs Domestic Organic Investment Act to boost U.S. capacity
OTA celebrates the Domestic Organic Investment Act to strengthen U.S. organic supply chains. Discover how the bill supports American farmers.
OFRF launches national survey to guide future of organic ag
OFRF launches its 2025–26 National Organic Farmer Survey to gather grower insights. Share your feedback to help shape organic research.
USDA head Rollins teases farmer aid ‘bridge payments’ announcement
USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins teases upcoming direct farmer aid, including potential support for specialty crop growers facing trade losses.
USDA delivers second stage of crop disaster assistance
USDA is releasing over $16B in disaster aid through programs to help producers recover 2023–24 losses. Get details and learn how to apply.
Lawmakers bring forth specialty crop trade fairness act in U.S. Senate
Learn about a proposed bill that creates a specialty crop trade fairness working group and provides feedback to USDA Secretary Rollins.
Ag Labor Review: H-2A wages — market vs. mandate
H-2A wage rules continue to spark debate over fairness and regulation in ag. Read how growers are impacted and what changes may be ahead.
Report: Up to $12 billion in aid for US farmers could be available
Farmers could receive up to $12 billion in aid after the government shutdown ends. Read more to see how growers may benefit from this relief.
USApple honors Steve Clement with industry’s highest honor
Steve Clement was honored at the USApple Outlook conference. Read about the award the longtime apple leader received.
Aid efforts, trade talks soldier on amid government shutdown
Specialty crop leaders urge targeted aid and continued trade talks as the government shutdown stalls relief. Learn what’s at stake for growers.
Southern states to receive Helene recovery funding
USDA granted $531M to Georgia and $38M to South Carolina to aid farmers after Hurricane Helene. Learn how this relief helps recovery efforts.
Senate confirms USDA officials as agency mulls relief for farmers
The Senate confirmed Dudley Hoskins and other USDA officials as the agency monitors farm markets. Read more on potential farmer relief now.
Ag Labor Review: Barbershop talk reveals “good lobbyist”
Discover why NCAE’s Michael Marsh calls himself “one of the good lobbyists” championing America’s farm and ranch families in Washington.
National ag groups commend AEWR decision
National ag groups are applauding a court’s AEWR decision. Read how the latest AEWR Methodology rule change affects growers.
Collection of H-2A certification fees to be temporarily suspended
The OFLC will pause H-2A certification fee collection Sept. 2 during a transition to electronic payments. Learn what employers need to know.