Category: Regulations
Potato products part of potential EU counter-tariffs
The EU planned steep potato tariff hikes amid trade tensions, but a U.S. deal set a flat rate. See what it means for potato exports.
Senate committee hears testimony about USDA reorganization plan
The Senate will review USDA’s plan to relocate staff, close key facilities and streamline operations. See what the changes could mean for ag.
2025 Ag Labor Survey shows grower worries over AEWR, labor rules
Labor costs and H-2A wage hikes are pushing growers to cut crops, downsize or consider leaving farming. Get insights from our labor survey now.
Low-hanging fruit opportunities
NCAE urges agencies to cut costly ag labor rules like AEWR and worker access regs. Learn what’s at stake and how reform would help growers.
USDA ending Regional Food Business Centers program
The USDA is ending its Regional Food Business Centers program. Learn how this move impacts support for small farms and local food systems.
Tomato Suspension Agreement comes to an end
The U.S. has ended the 2019 Tomato Suspension Agreement and imposed duties on Mexican tomato imports. Learn how this impacts U.S. growers.
USDA takes ‘bold action’ to ban Chinese farmland ownership, elevate farm security
The USDA has unveiled a bold plan to ban Chinese farmland ownership and boost food security. See how the move impacts U.S. agriculture.
Soaring AEWR costs: Adverse Effect Wage Rates harming growers
Adverse Effect Wage Rates (AEWR) are exploding. Read how the increases are harming growers and what states have the highest rates.
Industry groups react to DOL H-2A final rule suspension
The DOL has suspended an H-2A worker protection rule. Read how industry groups are reacting to the change.
Apple woes: Trade wars, costs jeopardize apple growers
U.S. apple growers are facing rising input costs, labor pressures and trade competition. Get more insights from the latest USApple webinar.
NCAE marks suspension of worker protection rule
NCAE weighs in on worker protection rule suspension. See why ag labor employers are raising concerns and what could come next.
Labor Department suspends contested H-2A worker protection rule
The H-2A worker protection rule has been suspended. Read more about the Labor Department’s halting the contested H-2A worker protection rule.
NPC welcomes Trump comments addressing agricultural workers
Trump signals support for farm workers as ag groups like the NPC urge smart immigration policy. See how policy shifts may affect ag labor.
Senate committee budget proposals would increase specialty crop funding
The Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry released legislative budget text. Find out what’s proposed for specialty crops.
Coalition seeks transparency in AEWR calculation process
A coalition of five produce groups seeks transparency on AEWR rates. Learn which groups are pressing USDA to release wage rate rule details.
Judge sets hearing for AEWR challenge
AEWR faces legal challenge as federal judge sets hearing date. Learn what’s at stake for farmers and ranchers.