Category: Regulations
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.
NCAE advocates to cut red tape crippling ag
NCAE urges the DOJ to eliminate harmful regulations hurting U.S. agriculture. Learn which rules they say are crushing farmers.
Organic farmers join legal challenge against USDA cuts in broad coalition lawsuit
Organic farmers have joined a lawsuit against USDA staff cuts under Trump’s executive order. Learn why they say it threatens food systems.
Tariff pause greeted with relief by stock markets; ag impact still murky
Markets rise after tariff pause eases tension, but the impact on speciality ag remains uncertain. Get more details on the trade shifts now.
Farm Bureau warns of estate tax farm threat
Looming estate tax changes threaten family farms. Read the analysis and comments from the American Farm Bureau Federation.
OFRF annual report highlights organic farming growth, research gains and policy progress
The Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF) boosted farmer-led research and advocacy in 2024. Explore key wins from the annual report now.
Farmers wary as U.S. pauses tariffs for some yet increases duties on China
The ag industry remains concerned about the global trade impact of tariffs amid ongoing uncertainty. Get more details on the tariff pause.