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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…

Farmers Clash With MAHA

Published February 20, 2026

The Make America Healthy Again initiative supports the new Dietary Guidelines for its prioritization of red meat, dairy and saturated fats and criticism of highly processed foods. Jaffe Policy Consulting President Greg Jaffe said MAHA's focus on crop protection products…

USDA and HHS Roll Out Updated Dietary Guidelines

Published February 12, 2026

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced Wednesday the implementation of the latest Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Rollins said the guidelines will be applied “through rulemaking and education.” At the same time,…

Celebrating Rising Consumer Demand

Published January 7, 2026

Potato industry leaders say new federal dietary guidelines and shifting consumer habits are reinforcing the nutritional and economic importance of potatoes. Speaking at Potato Expo 2026, Northland Potato Growers Executive Director Gary Shields said national unity and research-backed messaging continue…

New Nutrition Policy Seen as Win for Potatoes

Published January 7, 2026

New federal dietary guidelines released by the Trump Administration are being viewed as a positive development for the potato industry. Speaking at Potato Expo 2026, National Potato Council CEO Kam Quarles said the updated nutrition messaging signals a major shift…

Dietary Guidelines Spark Concern in Sugar Sector

Published January 7, 2026

The new dietary guidelines could have implications for U.S. sugar producers, including sugarbeet growers in the Red River Valley. Red River Valley Sugarbeet Growers Association Executive Director Harrison Weber says the guidelines could paint an inaccurate picture of sugar’s place…

Stagflation Expected to Persist

Published December 30, 2025

AgriBusiness Global has released its annual forecast for factors expected to influence agriculture in 2026. The report predicts that input prices will remain flat or rise as suppliers compete for a smaller pool of farm purchases. China’s ongoing economic pressures,…

Trump Administration Launches $700 Million Regenerative Pilot Program

Published December 11, 2025

The Trump Administration is launching a $700 million Regenerative Pilot Program to help U.S. farmers adopt practices that improve soil health, protect water quality, and boost long-term productivity. The initiative, announced by Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and Health and…

Copenhaver: Cattle Industry Strong Amid Ongoing Challenges

Published December 8, 2025

National Cattlemen's Beef Association President-elect Gene Copenhaver says the U.S. cattle industry remains strong but continues to face pressure from trade issues, pests, and political challenges. Speaking at the Minnesota State Cattlemen's Association Convention in St. Cloud, Copenhaver noted, “there…

Advocating for the Crop Protection Business

Published November 29, 2025

Crop protection products are facing greater scrutiny within the Make America Healthy Again movement. AMVAC Product Development Manager Wen Carter believes it is important to be an advocate for these tools. "We are working with the growers and the industry…

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An Innovation Challenge From EPA

Farmers Clash With MAHA

USDA and HHS Roll Out Updated Dietary Guidelines

Celebrating Rising Consumer Demand

New Nutrition Policy Seen as Win for Potatoes

Dietary Guidelines Spark Concern in Sugar Sector

Stagflation Expected to Persist

Trump Administration Launches $700 Million Regenerative Pilot Program

Copenhaver: Cattle Industry Strong Amid Ongoing Challenges

Advocating for the Crop Protection Business

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