The Beef Checkoff-funded Trailblazers program is seeking applications for its next class of beef advocates. Trailblazers, developed by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, takes advocacy to the next level by giving participants the tools and training they need to promote beef to new audiences while addressing and correcting myths. NCBA’s Chandler Mulvaney says, “If you…… MORE
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House Republican Members Urge Swift Farm Bill Passage
Republican lawmakers in the House of Representatives are urging the new speaker to pass a farm bill. In a letter to Speaker Mike Johnson, a group of 61 members told the speaker, “We urge you and the Conference at-large to be united in ensuring swift passage of a strong Farm Bill.” The letter notes that…… MORE
Syngenta Group Recognized as Top Agriculture Employer
Syngenta Group was again recognized as one of the globe’s top five leading employers in the 2023 Science Careers Top Employers Survey. Syngenta Group employs 59,000 people across more than 100 countries and works towards the challenging goal of feeding the eight billion people on Earth. A Syngenta spokesperson says, “We are excited that Syngenta…… MORE
Organic Produce Sales and Volume Up
For the second quarter in a row, organic fresh produce grew slightly in year-over-year sales and volume in the third quarter of 2023. That’s according to a report issued by the Organic Produce Network. Overall, organic fresh produce dollar sales and volume rose by 2% and 1.9%, respectively, for Q3 in 2023 compared to the…… MORE
Global Fertilizer Market Set to Recover
A recent report from Rabobank says the outlook for global fertilizer markets is positive in the coming years. However, there are some challenges and potential risks to monitor. The global fertilizer market is recovering, with an estimated increase in usage of around 3% after a 7% drop in 2022 because of significant market complications. The…… MORE
Farm Bureau Congratulates Johnson As New House Speaker
American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall welcomed the election of Representative Mike Johnson, a Louisiana Republican, to be Speaker of the House. Johnson was the fourth Republican nominee for the post following the ousting of former speaker Kevin McCarthy. Duvall of AFBF says, “Speaker Johnson has a strong history of supporting America’s farmers and…… MORE
USDA Previews Organic Livestock and Poultry Standards Final Rule
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack is previewing the Organic Livestock and Poultry Standards final rule. According to a USDA announcement, this new rule establishes clear, strong and consistent standards for organic livestock and poultry production, levels the playing field for organic livestock farmers, ranchers and businesses and promotes fairer, more competitive markets for their products, while…… MORE
New USDA Help For Specialty Crop Exports
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says USDA is providing $2.3 billion to help producers maintain and develop markets for their commodities and use U.S. commodities to bolster international food aid. According to a USDA news release the department is utilizing funds from the Commodity Credit Corporation to address challenges related to trade and food insecurity impacting…… MORE
Big Four Packers Hit with Another Suit
The four largest meatpackers were hit by a new price-fixing lawsuit from a group of small food distributors. The suit was filed on October 9 in the U.S. District Court in Northern Illinois, accusing the Packers of fixing prices for years. The plaintiffs say the price-fixing dates back to at least January 1, 2015, and…… MORE
Ag Groups Urge Caution About Fertilizer Duties
More than 60 ag groups say fertilizer shortages are creating a hardship for U.S. farmers. The groups sent a letter to Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo asking her to consider the current difficulties faced by farmers as she recalculates duties on phosphate fertilizer imported from Morocco. “High costs and limited availability of fertilizer continue to strain…… MORE
