Both chambers of Congress have voted to extend the application period for the popular federal Paycheck Protection Program, which is good news for farmers and small businesses. The Paycheck Protection …
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The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) sent a letter this week to leaders on Capitol Hill thanking them for their efforts in supporting America’s cattle producers through the Coronavirus Aid, Response, …
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The COVID-19 pandemic has provided an opportunity for consumers to cook more meals at home and explore new products including lamb. The new retail data released by the American Lamb …
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Trust in America’s farmers and ranchers remains high amid the devastating blow delivered by the COVID-19 pandemic. A new American Farm Bureau Federation poll shows 84% of Americans trust the …
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October 2020 will be the 53rd year of the Northern International Livestock Exposition Organization. However, due to the lasting economic impacts facing the region, guidelines set forth by the county …
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Livestock Market Disruptions Renew Interest in Mandatory Country of Origin Labeling
Major disruptions in the cattle and hog markets, one of the several fallouts of the COVID-19 pandemic, have led to many conversations about policy options that might be helpful. One …
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The American Sheep Industry Association filed comments with the U.S. Department of Agriculture after the agency requested additional information on commodities not covered in the original Coronavirus Food Assistance Program. …
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(WASHINGTON) – On Wednesday, the United States Cattlemen’s Association (USCA) sent a letter to Congressional leaders on concerns associated with the current framework of the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP). …
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(DTN) — Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, on Tuesday credited the Department of Justice for beginning “sweeping initiatives” against the country’s four largest meatpackers. Speaking to reporters during a weekly call, …
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The National Association of Wheat Growers and Representatives from Washington State are urging the Department of Agriculture to include more classes of wheat in the agency’s new farm aid program. …
