Policy Articles
Federal Milk Marketing Order Reform
Published August 23, 2023
A hearing on possible reform of the federal milk marketing orders is underway near Indianapolis. "The last time we had a big process like this was about 20 years ago," said Stephen Cain, director of economic research and analysis, National…Raw Milk Raises Concerns
Published August 22, 2023
Raw milk sales have been legal in North Dakota since August 1. North Dakota Milk Producers Association President Connie VanBedaf says consumer safety is the number one priority. "We are not against raw milk sales, the more milk consumer drink the…Mitigation Efforts Necessary for PEI Potato Wart
Published August 21, 2023
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has completed its investigation into the 2021 detections of potato wart on Price Edward Island. In a statement, National Potato Council CEO Kam Quarles said the practice of planting potatoes in infected fields must stop.…‘Sensible People in the Middle’ Needed to Write New Farm Bill
Published August 21, 2023
Former House Agriculture Committee Chair Collin Peterson says the House and Senate committee leaders are saying the right things, but there are some problems with the new farm bill. "In this debate, you've got people saying they won't support a…Ethanol Faces Headwinds Without Carbon Capture
Published August 18, 2023
To qualify for California’s low carbon fuel standard or sustainable aviation fuel, a carbon score of 50 or below is required. With a carbon score of 60, ethanol currently does not qualify for these new markets. The score can be…Buis Promotes Positive Aspects of Carbon
Published August 18, 2023
The former leader of Growth Energy and the National Farmers Union came out of semi-retirement to become the CEO of the American Carbon Alliance. In an interview with the Red River Farm Network, Tom Buis said more needed to be…USTR Moves Forward With Dispute Settlement Panel
Published August 18, 2023
As expected, the United States is seeking a dispute settlement panel with Mexico under the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement. The disagreement is over Mexico’s plan to ban the biotech corn meant for human consumption. U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai and Agriculture Secretary…The Battle Will be in the Conference Committee
Published August 17, 2023
South Dakota Senator Mike Rounds expects a farm bill extension until the end of the year. While on the Dakotafest stage, Rounds said it may be difficult to find consensus. "The challenge is going to be between the House and…The Farm Bill is a National Security Issue
Published August 17, 2023
When it comes to building the next farm bill, American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall sees the biggest challenge being the new members. "We've got 260 congressmen and senators who have never debated or voted on a farm bill…