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Farm Bureau applauds USDA’s small farms focus
The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) is commending USDA programs designed to aid small farms. On May 19, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke... more »
Young Farmers group condemns House SNAP, ag cuts
The National Young Farmers Coalition (Young Farmers) is sounding the alarm about devastating cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SN... more »
Proposed $60B addition to farm bill faces backlash over SNAP cuts
A Republican proposal to add $60 billion in farm bill programs to the agriculture portion of a mega “Reconciliation Bill” hinges on securing votes... more »
Organic farmers join legal challenge against USDA cuts in broad coalition lawsuit
The Northeast Organic Farming Association of Vermont (NOFA-VT) and its six sister chapters across the Northeast have joined a sweeping lawsuit challen... more »
Ag industry prepares for impact of new round of tariff turmoil
The agriculture industry is bracing for the impact of additional tariffs unveiled April 2 by U.S. President Donald Trump. The new measures include a t... 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 »
NCAE launches search for new president and CEO
The National Council of Agricultural Employers (NCAE) is seeking a new leader to fill its president and CEO position following the planned retirement ... more »
