Policy Articles
EU Adjusts Common Ag Policy
Published March 18, 2024
The European Commission did not acknowledge the farm protests throughout Europe, but announced it is considering changes to its Common Agricultural Policy. This proposal would simplify farm policy while continuing to focus on sustainable food production.China on the Agenda for the House Ag Committee
Published March 18, 2024
The witness list is out for Wednesday’s House Agriculture Committee hearing. The hearing is titled ‘The Danger China Poses to American Agriculture.’ The witnesses include South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem and Indiana farmer Kip Tom, who served as the ambassador…European Farm Protests Continue
Published March 18, 2024
More than 3,000 farmers and 200 tractors filled the city of Madrid, Spain over the weekend. These farmers are seeking changes in environmental regulations and the sustainability goals called Agenda 2030. Similar protests took place in Poland with farmers blocking…FY25 Ag Budget Released
Published March 18, 2024
The White House has released its 2025 budget proposal. It includes $29.2 billion in discretionary budget authority for USDA, up more than seven percent from the 2023 total. Congress will have the final say on this budget but needs to…EPA Announcement Expected This Week
Published March 17, 2024
The Environmental Protection Agency will reportedly release its final tailpipe emissions rule for cars and trucks on Wednesday. This rule will cover model years 2027 to 2032. The new emissions standards are expected to increase the adoption of electric vehicles.A Stronger Safety Net
Published March 16, 2024
The farm bill dominated much of the discussion at the National Farmers Union Convention. “A stronger safety net for farmers across the country, whether that be strengthening the reference price, strengthened crop insurance or a combination of those two, that's…H-2A Reform
Published March 16, 2024
The House Agriculture Committee Ag Labor Working Group has made recommendations to streamline and expand access to H-2A visa program. This reform plan includes expanding H-2A to allow year-round workers. This measure has been sought, particularly by animal agriculture, for…GOP Lawmakers Press White House to Address Ag Trade
Published March 15, 2024
Over 20 Senate Republicans have sent a joint letter to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai voicing concern about the sharp decline in ag exports. The letter said, “while the Biden Administration continually refuses to pursue…MFBF Minute
Published March 15, 2024
Members from the Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation spent time on Capitol Hill this past week. MFBF District 2 Director Bob Roelofs said they urged congressional leaders to pass a farm bill in the next two months. The organization is also…