Peterson’s dairy bill would replace Margin Protection
Congress recently made changes to a dairy risk management program to help dairy farmers in this difficult economic environment; however, last week Rep. Collin Peterson (D-Minn.) introduced U.S. House legislation that would start a whole new program for dairy and throw out the old one just amended.
Illinois, Iowa soybean growers to Trump: Reconsider China tariffs
It is a toss-up every year whether Illinois or Iowa will be the top soybean-producing state, though Illinois has edged out its northwestern neighbor for production honors in recent years.
Journey to justice for black farmers long but worthwhile for Boyd, NBFA
Like many dealings in the life of a farmer, the struggle of African-American farmers to achieve justice for discrimination they endured from the USDA was difficult and long.
Changes to MPP should make law friendlier to dairy farmers
Under the 2018 Bipartisan Budget Act, changes to the Margin Protection Program (MPP) should make it more farmer-friendly, according to Diane Shoemaker, dairy extension specialist with The Ohio State University.
Ag groups balking at tariff trade escalation with China
Commodity groups and agriculture-related organizations are warning of serious consequences for farmers if the trade spat between the United States and China continues.
NBFA warns farmers to be on lookout for lawsuit scam
The National Black Farmers Assoc. (NBFA) clarified in a recent statement that attempts to solicit money from African-American farmers for an open discrimination lawsuit is likely a scam.
Journey to justice for black farmers long but worthwhile for Boyd, NBFA
Like many dealings in the life of a farmer, the struggle of African-American farmers to achieve justice for discrimination they endured from the USDA was difficult and long.
