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An Innovation Challenge From EPA

Published July 2, 2026

The Environmental Protection Agency Has launched a $30 million national innovation challenge. The goal is to support practical, cost-effective alternatives to conventional crop desiccation. The EPA statement said this effort supports the Trump Administration’s effort to protect human health and…

New Crop Protection Products Gain EPA Approval

Published July 1, 2026

The EPA has given its final approval for a number of new crop protection products. The agency has also announced a review of pre-harvest desiccation practices in wheat. In response, the National Association of Wheat Growers said it is important…

EPA Officials Return to ND for E-Tour

Published June 22, 2026

The North Dakota Grain Growers Association is hosting its annual E-Tour this week. This tour gives EPA officials a firsthand look at agriculture in the state. This year’s tour is based in Minot and will include stops at farms in…

EPA Promises ‘Trump Speed’ on Ag Permits, Equipment Rules

Published May 20, 2026

EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin says the agency is accelerating permitting and regulatory decisions impacting agriculture and fertilizer production. “At the Trump EPA, we are operating under the principle of Trump speed,” Zeldin said. “If there is an air permit or water…

Feedback Sought for Draft Fungicide Strategy

Published May 8, 2026

The Environmental Protection Agency is seeking public comment on a draft fungicide strategy designed to balance environmental protection with farmer access to crop protection tools. The proposal would establish mitigation measures intended to protect more than 1,000 endangered and threatened…

MCGA Highlights Litigation Efforts

Published April 17, 2026

The Minnesota Corn Growers Association is calling on farmers to stay engaged as policy discussions intensify at both the state and federal levels. Senior Public Policy Director Amanda Bilek says the organization’s work now goes beyond traditional advocacy, with increased…

Biofuel Push Drives Expansion in Canola Production

Published April 3, 2026

USDA’s planting intentions report had North Dakota canola acres pegged with a 15 percent increase over last year. "It certainly aligns well with what we've heard from a lot of canola growers who've been speaking within the industry over the…

Growth Energy Reacts to EPA RFS Rule

Published March 27, 2026

The Environmental Protection Agency’s final Renewable Fuel Standard rule is drawing mixed reactions from biofuel groups, as it boosts demand but stops short of full market restoration. The rule requires 15 billion gallons of conventional biofuels like ethanol in both…

New RFS Policy Boosts Biofuel Demand Outlook

Published March 27, 2026

The Environmental Protection Agency has finalized its Renewable Fuel Standard Set 2 rule for 2026 and 2027, boosting biodiesel targets and reallocating 70 percent of waived blending obligations tied to small refinery exemptions. The move strengthens demand for biofuels while…

Trump Targets Equipment Costs, Announces DEF Changes

Published March 27, 2026

The Environmental Protection Agency has removed Diesel Exhaust Fluid sensor requirements for diesel equipment, a move aimed at cutting costs and reducing downtime for farmers and equipment operators. President Donald Trump said the change will deliver major savings. “Today we're…

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An Innovation Challenge From EPA

New Crop Protection Products Gain EPA Approval

EPA Officials Return to ND for E-Tour

EPA Promises ‘Trump Speed’ on Ag Permits, Equipment Rules

Feedback Sought for Draft Fungicide Strategy

MCGA Highlights Litigation Efforts

Biofuel Push Drives Expansion in Canola Production

Growth Energy Reacts to EPA RFS Rule

New RFS Policy Boosts Biofuel Demand Outlook

Trump Targets Equipment Costs, Announces DEF Changes

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