Senators John Hoeven and Jerry Moran, along with Representatives Tracey Mann and other lawmakers, have introduced a bill to transfer the administration of the Food for Peace program from the U.S.

This initiative by the Vermont Farm Bureau is pivotal in ensuring that the voices of local farmers and agricultural stakeholders are amplified, enabling more effective advocacy and fostering a ...

Dubbed “The Year of the County President,” this period featured numerous activities, including visits to county leaders and special virtual townhall meetings. The highlight was a dedicated event at ...

The Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act has moved forward with approval from the U.S. House Committee on Education and the Workforce. Passed by a 24-10 vote, the bill allows whole (3.25%) and reduced-fat ...

2024 marks a milestone year for the Swine Health Information Center (SHIC), as outlined in their latest progress report. With a budget of nearly $4 million, SHIC has led the charge in enhancing the ...

The California Department of Food and Agriculture Office of Farm to Fork (CDFA-F2F) is now accepting applications for the Farm to Community Food Hubs Program. With a total of $13.75 million in funding ...

Wisconsin remained the nation’s top producer, accounting for 40% of total U.S. snap bean production, which stood at 10.7 million cwt. Wisconsin also harvested 52,000 acres of sweet corn, producing ...

Dairy producers seeking insights into global supply chain dynamics and strategies for navigating the evolving landscape should attend the 2025 Professional Dairy Producers (PDP) Business Conference.

The key demand was an updated farm bill that includes stronger Title I policies and improved crop insurance. With fluctuating market conditions and climate uncertainties, farmers stressed the need for ...

In 2025, US farmers are bracing for significant economic shifts. Speaking at the South Dakota AgOutlook, expert Matt Erickson highlighted the interplay between macroeconomic factors like interest ...

Farmers across the U.S. are reeling from a sudden freeze on U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) funds, which has put millions of dollars in grants and loans on hold. This move came after the ...

The Wisconsin Ag Coalition, representing various agricultural organizations, has outlined its key budget priorities for the 2025-27 biennial state budget.