Articles tagged under: regulations
EPA Issues Final Vehicle Regulations
Published April 1, 2020
On Tuesday, the Environmental Protection Agency issued final regulations for vehicle fuel economy and emissions standards. EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler said the final rule puts in place a sensible one national program that has a good balance of protecting the…MN Soybean is Staying Engaged in Drainage Conversations
Published March 2, 2020
As of late, the regulatory environment seems to be challenging. Minnesota Soybean Growers Association President Jamie Beyer says there are always developments, but no major improvements. At Commodity Classic, the association followed a resolution addressing when federal agencies acquire land.…NCBA Rolls Out Policy Priorities at 2020 Convention
Published February 5, 2020
At the Cattle Industry Convention in San Antonio, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association unveiled their top policy priorities for 2020. The focal points include trade and market access, fake meat, climate policy, fair cattle markets and regulatory reform. This list…Water Woes Turn to Water Wins
Published January 26, 2020
Woes about water from Farm Bureau members are now turning into water wins. That's because the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers is withdrawing the proposed water supply rule. Additionally, the Waters of the United States replacement rule has been unveiled.…Livestock Industry Continues to Push for ELD Implementation Delay
Published November 19, 2019
Although the Dakotas and Minnesota have a hefty number of cattle, but a lot of those animals are fed in the Central and Southern Plains. "When electronic logging devices were implemented for livestock haulers, problems started to arise," says Jara…Northern Ag Groups Push for “Appropriate Disaster Assistance”
Published October 17, 2019
A letter has been sent to Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue seeking “the fullest appropriate disaster assistance” under the WHIP+ program and other USDA programs. This letter was signed by groups representing farmers in the Northern Tier states, including soybeans, wheat,…Comment Period Open for Origin of Livestock Rule
Published October 3, 2019
A public comment period has been reopened for the proposed Origin of Livestock rule. Originally published in 2015, the proposed rule would change the requirement for the origin of livestock under USDA organic regulations. Comments will be accepted until December…Fake Proteins and Grazing Top MSCA Policy Priorities
Published December 10, 2018
At the Minnesota State Cattlemen's Association Convention, the Policy and Resolutions Committee outlined priorities for the upcoming year. MSCA President Krist Wollum says one issue that rose to the top is cell-cultured protein products. "We need to make sure we're…ND Stockmen Focus on Policy Priorities
Published September 17, 2018
At the 89th Annual North Dakota Stockmen's Association, approximately 350 ranchers met in policy and resolution committee meetings. NDSA Executive Vice President Julie Ellingson says Electronic Logging Device regulations, fake meat, trade and more remain top priorities for cattle producers.…