Legislation introduced by two Democratic lawmakers would ban chlorpyrifos and other pesticides that cause concern among farmworker groups due to negative health effects. The bill
Republican Illinois representative Rodney Davis has tested positive for COVID-19. In a letter on his website, Davis said, “Other than a higher-than-normal temperature, I am
The USDA has increased efforts over the past couple of months to help make sure Americans have access to food during these uncertain times. “USDA
Environmental groups say the EPA should not renew over-the-top dicamba use without further independent research. A new report from the National Wildlife Federation and others
The RMA says it will authorize Approved Insurance Providers to extend premium deadlines for fee payments, defer the resulting interest accrual, and give them other
On Tuesday, President Trump signed the Great American Outdoors Act. In a signing ceremony, Trump said the legislation “builds on my administration’s unwavering commitment to
The White House is working with rural communities during the COVID-19 pandemic, addressing substance abuse and addiction. The effort’s been a priority for farm country
President Trump signed an executive order this week that his administration says will provide millions of citizens with healthcare services during a global pandemic. The
As Congressional leaders continue to debate what to include, and not include in the next, and most likely final round of coronavirus relief, the Ag
Rural Broadband remains a top priority for farm-state lawmakers in any new pandemic relief package. House Ag lawmakers say expanding rural broadband is a must
On Monday, the USDA announced $462 million in funding to modernize drinking water and wastewater infrastructure across rural America. USDA Deputy Under Secretary for Rural
The USDA is out with its June prices received index. And as Gary Crawford points out, the all farm production index increased 1% from May,
