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May 12, 2026
The Senate Agriculture Committee plans late May or early June markup sessions for new farm legislation following recent House approval amid bipartisan negotiations over key provisions such as credit limits and food assistance programs.
Read more →May 12, 2026
A recent survey shows most USDA researchers do not plan to relocate as required by new agency moves. Unions warn that forced relocations may cause staff losses affecting agricultural research quality and food program operations.
Read more →May 11, 2026
The U.S. Department of Justice has reached a settlement with Agri Stats over allegations of enabling price-fixing among major meat producers. The agreement introduces new restrictions on how industry data is shared while aiming to make food more affordable for consumers.
Read more →April 30, 2026
The U.S Department of Agriculture has provided nearly $10 billion in bridge assistance payments amid continued low prices for crops nationwide. Additional disaster relief measures have been announced as financial pressures persist across farming communities.
Read more →April 30, 2026
The US Supreme Court considered arguments over whether federal law blocks thousands of lawsuits against Bayer related to Roundup's alleged cancer risks on April 28th. Activists rallied outside as justices appeared divided over key legal questions about labeling requirements.
Read more →April 27, 2026
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is relocating many employees as part of a major reorganization plan announced April 24. Key moves include opening a National Food Safety Center in Iowa and shifting research roles back into regional hubs such as Kansas City.
Read more →April 22, 2026
House Republicans plan a late April vote on their proposed farm bill while negotiations continue over key provisions that divide lawmakers along party lines. Senate leaders emphasize bipartisanship as essential for passage amid possible changes in agriculture committee leadership if no agreement is reached this year.
Read more →April 16, 2026
A new survey finds that about seven out of ten U.S. farmers cannot buy enough fertilizer for their crops due largely to increased costs linked with international conflict near Iran. Regional differences persist while analysts warn high prices may last several years.
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