Category: legislation
USDA delivers second stage of crop disaster assistance
The USDA has delivered more crop disaster assistance. Read more about what’s offered to help growers.
Lawmakers bring forth specialty crop trade fairness act in U.S. Senate
Learn about a proposed bill that creates a specialty crop trade fairness working group, provides feedback to USDA Secretary Rollins.
Report: Up to $12 billion in aid for US farmers could be available
Farmers could receive up to $12 billion in aid after the government shutdown ends. Read more to see how growers may benefit from this relief.
NCAE ag labor forum sessions announced
The National Council of Agricultural Employers has announced its labor forum lineup. Read about what’s planned.
NCAE sees a light at the end of the tunnel in labor battle
There may be some good news coming on the labor front. Read why NCAE’s Michael Marsh is seeing a light at the end of the tunnel.
AEWR labor coalition recommends Washington lawmakers help growers
An ag labor group wants Washington to help growers. Learn what members of the AEWR Agricultural Labor Coalition are requesting from federal lawmakers.
John Hollay named new president and CEO of National Council of Agricultural Employers
The National Council of Agricultural Employers has named John Hollay its next president and CEO. Read more about the transition.
Aid efforts, trade talks soldier on amid government shutdown
Specialty crop leaders urge targeted aid and continued trade talks as the government shutdown stalls relief. Learn what’s at stake for growers.
“Eye of the Storm” panel investigating labor rule added to NCAE labor forum
A new session has been added to the 2025 Ag Employer Labor Forum. Read about how the forum is to tackle the DOL’s Interim Final Rule.
USDA takes ‘bold action’ to ban Chinese farmland ownership, elevate farm security
The USDA has unveiled a bold plan to ban Chinese farmland ownership and boost food security. See how the move impacts U.S. agriculture.
Trump administration teases ag worker solution
President Trump has teased an ag worker solution. Read Michael Marsh’s ideas on how the administration can help ag employers.
Farm groups react to DOL H-2A final rule suspension
The DOL has suspended an H-2A worker protection rule. Read how industry groups are reacting to the change.
NCAE works with Trump administration to develop solutions to strengthen ag
NCAE works with Trump officials on farm labor solutions. Learn what the group is doing to shape ag workforce policy.
UPDATED: Trump comments on ag workers
Industry welcomes comments that seem to suggest support for changes in immigration action to avoid target ag workers. Read what the president is proposing.
Senate committee budget proposals would increase specialty crop funding
The Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry released legislative budget text. Find out what’s proposed for specialty crops.
Five state coalition demands USDA AEWR transparency
A coalition of five produce groups seeks transparency on AEWR rates. Learn which groups are pressing USDA to release wage rate rule details.
NCAE advocates to cut red tape crippling ag
NCAE urges the DOJ to eliminate harmful regulations hurting U.S. agriculture. Learn which rules they say are crushing farmers.
Budget bill clears House by one vote, moves to Senate
A massive budget bill passed the U.S. House early Thursday morning. Find out the next steps and what they mean for agriculture
Farm Bureau warns of estate tax farm threat
Looming estate tax changes threaten family farms. Read the analysis and comments from the American Farm Bureau Federation.
USDA to deliver second round of MASC payments to specialty crop growers
USDA is making a second round of payments through the Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops program. Read more about the program and funds.