Policy Articles
Milk Pricing System Scrutinized
Published October 17, 2022
Last year, Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack requested the U.S. dairy industry get into one room and build consensus to find solutions to the shortfalls in the federal order system. American Farm Bureau economist Danny Munsch says the system hasn’t been…Russia Steps Up Its Attack
Published October 17, 2022
Russia is hitting Ukraine’s capital city of Kyiv with a series of so-called kamikaze drones. Before this strike, similar drones hit a sunflower oil terminal at one of the major Ukrainian port cities.Xi Expands Power
Published October 17, 2022
During this week’s Communist Party Congress, Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to win an unprecedented third term. Xi kicked off the political event over the weekend. In the speech, Xi addressed numerous topics, including food security and self-sufficiency.High Court to Determine the Fate of Prop 12
Published October 14, 2022
The Supreme Court heard arguments regarding California's Proposition 12, which mandates stringent housing requirements for pregnant sows. California Solicitor General Michael Mongan said this initiative won’t affect pork markets outside of California. "California voters chose to pay higher prices to…AFBF Outlines Farm Bill Priorities
Published October 14, 2022
That list includes the continuation of current farm bill funding, prioritization of crop insurance, and adequate staffing and resources for USDA technical assistance. "We also believe that transparency is needed in our dairy system," said Zippy Duvall, president, American Farm…A New Perspective on Trade
Published October 13, 2022
The White House newly-released National Security Strategy includes a change in trade policy. The report says the United States’ focus on fair and open trade has helped corporations rather than workers. The Biden Administration said it will seek new trade…Support for Repeal of California Clean Cars Rule
Published October 12, 2022
Ninety-one candidates running for Minnesota’s state legislature support the repeal of the California Motor Vehicle Emission Standards and signed a pledge to oppose the measure. The Minnesota Auto Dealers Association coordinated the pledge.The Farm Bill is Front and Center
Published October 12, 2022
Farm groups are ramping up their preparation for the next farm bill. "Trade associations representing all segments of the agriculture and food value chain are starting to look at farm bill priorities, especially with annual meetings coming up," said Randy…Midterm Elections and the Impact for Agriculture
Published October 12, 2022
There’s currently a 50-50 split in the Senate and a narrowly-divided House. National Potato Council CEO Kam Quarles says the midterm election could change the majority in both chambers. "As we head into 2023, there will be an entirely new…