The finalized rule increases the use of homegrown biofuels. President Donald Trump announced the updated Renewable Fuel Standard “Set 2“ final rule at the White House Great American…
Read MoreFarming and Agriculture
USDA Announces Grant Funding Connecting Farmers to Local Markets
The program funding supports farmers’ markets, regional food systems, and direct producer-to-consumer sales The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced more than $26.8 million in grant funding through…
Read More
Labor Secretary Continues “America At Work” Tour
Her stops focus on energy, agriculture, and apprenticeship development. Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer recently visited West Virginia, Kentucky, and Tennessee as part of her nationwide “America at Work“…
Read More
USDA Launches Reporting Portal for Foreign-Owned Agricultural Land Transactions
AFIDA Act requires the reporting of the expansive foreign agricultural land holdings in the U.S. The Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the launch of an online reporting…
Read More
Appeals Court Overturns District Judge’s Order Reinstating Frozen Federal Grants
The circuit court ruled that the case belongs in Federal Claims Court, so the district judge has no jurisdiction. The Fourth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals recently found…
Read MoreUSDA Opens Applications for 1890 National Scholars Program
The initiative supports students pursuing agriculture-related careers. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is accepting applications for the 1890 National Scholars Program, which provides scholarships and internships for…
Read More
President Trump Extends National Energy Emergency Declaration
He stated, “The circumstances related to this emergency continue to pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign policy, and economy of the United States.”…
Read More
HHS and USDA Secretaries Announce Major Reset of American Dietary Guidelines
The new dietary guidelines are expected to help Americans prioritize their health and lower health care prices. The U.S. Departments of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Agriculture…
Read More
USDA Raises Constitutional Concerns Over California Land Equity Proposal
Federal officials question whether proposed land-transfer policies comply with equal-protection standards. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins sent a letter to California Governor Gavin Newsom outlining constitutional concerns with a…
Read More
President Announces Funding for Farm Subsidies
USDA secretary says the bridge funding “is absolutely necessary based on where we are right now.” President Donald Trump announced subsidies for farmers on Monday who are struggling…
Read More