Removing Barriers to Meet Growing Demand for Food

Dan Agri-Business

The American Farm Bureau is calling on USDA to take steps to make sure American farmers continue to have access to crucial fertilizer supplies. The organization submitted comments on USDA’s “Request for Information on Access to Fertilizer.” AFBF says many factors are combining to create shortages and drive up fertilizer costs. AFBF President Zippy Duvall says America’s farmers are getting …

Agricultural Tractor Unit Sales Fall in June

Dan Agri-Business, Economy

U.S. agricultural tractor sales fell in June, while harvester sales grew. This is according to the latest data from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM). U.S. total farm tractor sales fell 8.2 percent for the month of June compared to 2021. The 100+ horsepower 2WD tractor segment was the only one in the black for the fourth month in a row, up …

Ag Groups Call for Swift Confirmation of New Chief Ag Negotiator

Dan Agri-Business, Legislative, Trade

A coalition of almost 100 American food and agriculture organizations called for the prompt confirmation of Doug McKalip as the Chief Agriculture Negotiator in the U.S. Trade Representative’s Office. In the letter to the U.S. Senate’s Finance Committee, the groups highlighted McKalip’s deep knowledge of the food and agriculture industry and his institutional, regulatory, and trade experience. The groups also …

2021 National Environmental Stewardship Winner to be announced July 26

Dan Agri-Business, Beef, Cattle, Environment, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA)

The 2021 national winner of the Environmental Stewardship Program will be announced during the Cattle Industry Summer Business Meeting in Reno, Nevada, July 25-27. The award, established by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) back in 1991, identifies outstanding land stewards in the cattle industry. Every year, seven families are recognized with regional Environmental Stewardship awards, with one getting honored …

Consumer Confidence in Farmers is High

Dan Agri-Business, Economy

In a new survey conducted by the Alliance for Food and Farming (AFF), 76% of consumers said they have confidence in farmers to protect produce safety. Government agencies are also trusted by consumers, according to the survey. Despite media reports and public statements to the contrary, 78% percent of survey participants responded they were confident in regulatory systems in place …

Rep. Thompson on Priorities for Agriculture, Climate

Dan Agri-Business, Climate Change, Legislative, This Land of Ours

Priorities for agriculture and the climate. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The House Agriculture Committee recently discussed The Role of Climate Research in Agricultural Resiliency.” Ranking Member, Representative Glenn G.T. Thompson gave his four guiding principles on the matter. “Climate policies need to benefit producers, our farmers, our ranchers, and foresters primarily. Whatever we do when it …

American Agri-Women Name 2022 Champion of Agriculture

Dan Agri-Business, This Land of Ours

A lawmaker is named the 2022 Champion of Agriculture. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. The American Agri-Women have named their 2022 Champion of Agriculture. Earning the title this year is Congressman Doug LaMalfa of California. The AAW Champion of Agriculture Award is presented to members of Congress and the U.S. Senate who have displayed exemplary courage in presenting and …