Regulations
Farmers wary as U.S. pauses tariffs for some yet increases duties on China
President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause on increased reciprocal tariffs for most U.S. trading partners, offering a temporary reprieve amid esc... more »
Farmer confidence falls due to ag trade uncertainty, policy fears
Record-high concerns about ag trade and farm policies have farmers feeling less optimistic, according to the latest results of Purdue University-CME G... more »
Organic farmers urge Congress to address USDA funding freezes
A delegation of 30 organic farmers, industry leaders and consumer advocates is in Washington, D.C., this week to address concerns over USDA funding fr... more »
More than 120 ag groups endorse pick for USDA post
Agricultural organizations including the Organic Produce Association and International Fresh Produce Association joined more than 120 industry groups ... more »
U.S. growers face mounting labor challenges — share your insights with Organic Grower
Agricultural labor is reaching a critical point, and specialty crop growers are feeling the strain more than ever. As workforce shortages persist and ... more »
USDA eliminates more than $1B in funding for local food purchases
A pair of federal programs that helped schools and food banks buy food from local farms and ranches have been eliminated by the USDA, with a national ... more »
Organic industry braces for policy shifts under new administration
As the second Donald Trump presidential administration begins governing, the agriculture community is watching to see how his policies could affect th... more »
Brooke Rollins confirmed as new U.S. Secretary of Agriculture
After being selected in late November to serve as U.S. Secretary of Agriculture under President Trump’s administration, Brooke Rollins has been conf... more »
