Policy Articles
NCI Hosting Everything Ethanol Webinar
Published March 12, 2023
The Northern Crops Institute is hosting another Everything Ethanol webinar Wednesday at 10 AM. Robert McCormick, senior research fellow, National Renewable Energy Laboratory, will be presenting on a global ethanol blended fuel compatibility study. This interactive webinar series focuses on…Vilsack: Farmers Need New Revenue Streams
Published March 12, 2023
The last two years were the best farm income years in the history of the United States. Despite those records, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack told the Commodity Classic audience nearly 50 percent of farmers lost money. Another nearly 40 percent…Grain Storage Cost-Share Funding Available
Published March 10, 2023
Farmers from nine states impacted by crop disasters last year are eligible for cost-share funding for emergency grain storage. Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota are authorized to receive this assistance. The Farm Service Agency will accept applications through December…Building Fertilizer Capacity
Published March 10, 2023
USDA has announced the first $29 million in grants to build domestic fertilizer production capacity. The Fertilizer Production Expansion Program is part of the Biden Administration’s effort to promote competition in agricultural markets.SHIP IT Act Endorsed
Published March 10, 2023
The Agricultural Transportation Working Group has given its support for the Safer Highways and Increased Performance for Interstate Trucking Act. This legislation, which is known as by acronym SHIP IT, focuses on increasing the number of truck drivers and increases…USDA Budget Proposal Released
Published March 9, 2023
President Biden’s 2024 budget calls for just over $30 billion in discretionary budget authority for USDA. That’s nearly a $4 billion increase from what was enacted last year. The increase includes additional funding for child nutrition and climate programs. In…House Votes to Reverse WOTUS Rule
Published March 9, 2023
The House has passed a resolution, voicing its disapproval for the Biden Administration’s Waters of the United States rule. The resolution now moves to the Senate. North Dakota Congressman Kelly Armstrong highlighted the bipartisan vote, calling WOTUS a violation of…Pursuing Fresh Ideas for Crop Insurance
Published March 9, 2023
North Dakota Corn Growers Association President Andrew Mauch sees crop insurance as the priority. "Anything we can do to strengthen that safety net and protect what we already have, that is a big goal for us." Trendline yield enhancements have been…Additional $$ Needed to Develop International Markets
Published March 9, 2023
National Association of Wheat Growers President Nicole Berg describes the farm bill as ‘harvest season.’ Crop insurance is a top priority. Additional farm bill funding is also being sought for Market Access Program and Foreign Market Development export promotion. "Being…