Category: Regulations
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.
Tomato growers applaud tomato suspension agreement termination
U.S. growers are celebrating the end of the tomato suspension agreement with Mexico. Read how this shift supports American farming.
Trump suggests legal pathway for undocumented farmworkers amid deportation push
Trump has suggested a legal path for undocumented farmworkers who leave and reenter the U.S. Get more details on his comments.
Farmers wary as U.S. pauses tariffs for some yet increases duties on China
The ag industry remains concerned about the global trade impact of tariffs amid ongoing uncertainty. Get more details on the tariff pause.
MSU recognizes ag leaders
MSU’s College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (CANR) has recognized a number of ag leaders. Learn more about the 2025 honorees.
USDA opens applications for FY 2026 agricultural trade promotion programs
USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service announced 2026 funding opportunities through four ag trade promotion programs. Get all the details now.
Rural Voices USA weighs in on tariffs’ effect on rural America
Rural Voices USA has expressed its views on how tariffs will impact growers and rural America. Read the statement from the organization now.
Legislation aims to ease path to land access for young growers
Proposed legislation aims to help young farmers and ranchers access farmland. Learn more about the details included in the legislation.
Farmer confidence falls due to ag trade uncertainty, policy fears
A new survey reveals that record-high concerns about ag trade and farm policies have farmers feeling less optimistic. Get more insights now.
Tariff impacts to be felt by U.S. potato industry
The U.S. potato industry is bracing for impact of additional tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump.
New administration brings ag policy changes
The Trump administration has brought big changes to U.S. agriculture. Learn more about the potential impacts of these policies on ag labor.
Stevenson’s Strawberries thrives as one of Maine’s top pick-your-own strawberry farms
Learn how Stevenson’s Strawberries grew into one of Maine’s top pick-your-own strawberry farms, thriving on resilience and customer loyalty.
USDA eliminates more than $1B in funding for local food purchases
Federal programs that helped schools and food banks buy food from local farms and ranches have been cut by the USDA. Learn more now.
Cucumbers, fruits among list of U.S. goods targeted by retaliatory Canadian tariffs
A long list of fruits and vegetables are among U.S. goods targeted by retaliatory Canadian tariffs. Get more details on impacted goods.
Michigan H-2A labor wage rates drive coalition response
A coalition of Michigan grower groups are working on H-2A reform. Learn more about the coalition’s efforts to educate the public on rising AEWR rates.
Specialty crop leaders weigh in on Trump’s second term
Specialty crop leaders discuss farm labor challenges vegetable industry faces in 2025 under Trump’s new administration, from H-2A to trade.
Labor forum highlights 2024, future successes
H-2A labor policies are challenging. Read about what was learned at the 11th Annual Ag Employer Labor Forum.
Senate confirms Rollins as new USDA leader
The U.S. Senate has confirmed Brooke Rollins, a Texas lawyer who served as chief for domestic policy during Donald Trump’s first administration, as U.S. Secretary of Agriculture.
Farm Labor Regulatory Updates: How Trump’s Cabinet Picks Could Reshape Ag Workforce Policy
Learn how Trump’s cabinet picks could reshape farm labor policy, from H-2A visas to wage rates, and what it could mean for growers.