A “Beautiful Bill” Aims to Reshape Agriculture and the Economy In Washington, lawmakers are discussing what’s being called “One Big Beautiful Bill,” a major legislative proposal that promises to boost economic growth and restore fiscal sanity—especially in agriculture. The bill has received vocal support from U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins, who says it includes transformative policies across the board. …
US Secretary of Agriculture Announces National Farm Security Action Plan
The US Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced The National Farm Security Action Plan during a press conference earlier this week. USDA in a post on X said, “The National Farm Security Action Plan elevates American Agriculture as a key element of our nation’s security addressing urgent threats from foreign adversaries and strengthening the resilience of our nation’s food and …
One Big Beautiful Bill a Win for Cotton Industry
The One Big Beautiful Bill is a win for the Cotton Industry according to the Georgia Cotton Commission. Clint Thompson with southeast AgNet has the story. Dale Sandlin with Southeast AgNet Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024
Congress Plans to Scrap USDA Climate Hubs, Following Trump Guidance
The Ames, Iowa-based Midwest Climate Hub, which along with the other 10 regional climate hubs under the USDA, is slated to be cut from the federal agriculture budget. The U.S. House appropriations bill that sets the 2026 fiscal year budgets for agriculture, rural development, food and drug administration, and related agencies includes no funds for climate hubs or climate corps. …
Livestock Groups React to Passage of One Big Beautiful Bill
With the Senate’s passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill on July 1st, livestock groups are reacting to the news. Ethan Lane, Senior Vice President of Government Affairs with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association said, “The Senate version of the One Big Beautiful Bill protects family farmers and ranchers across the country from a massive tax hike at the end …
Senate Passes Its Version of the One Big Beautiful Bill
With the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill by the US Senate on July 1st, many ag provisions are included in the Senate’s version of the bill. According to the Georgia Agribusiness Council, the key agriculture provisions in the bill include: The bill now goes back to the US House of Representatives. Dale Sandlin with Southeast AgNet Sponsored ContentWhat …
Livestock Producers Push for Passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) is highlighting the support from their members for the passage of the Big Beautiful Bill as it makes its way through the legislative process. During the “One, Big, Beautiful Event” held at the White House last week, President Trump highlighted specific efforts and sectors that would be impacted by the bill. Kevin Kester, fifth-generation …
Big Beautiful Bill Contains Farm Bill Provisions
Inside the sprawling legislative package moving through Washington, key elements of the long-awaited Farm Bill have made their way into both House and Senate proposals—a positive development for the agricultural sector. According to Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman John Boozman (R-AR), the Senate’s version of the bill closely mirrors the House version, which is essential for eventual passage. Provisions include: Jamie …
Secretary of Agriculture Shares Details On New World Screwworm Efforts with Mexico
During the House Agriculture Committee hearing last week, US Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins shared the details of the Department’s actions in response to New World Screwworm. In response to a question from Representative Ronny Jackson of Texas, the Secretary provided details of the efforts with Mexico and the benchmarks the USDA is considering in relaxing the border closure Secretary …
Secretary of Agriculture Provides Statement on EPA’s Renewable Fuel Standard
The US Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins released a statement last week supporting the US Environmental Protection Agency’s volume requirements in the Renewable Fuel Standard for American Grown Biofuels. According to an EPA press release, the EPA’s proposed volume requirements for 2026 and 2027 would be the highest ever under the program that “Sets strong growth targets for key renewable …