The farm bill expired. Now what?

Lawmakers are racing to strike a deal before the end of the year, which is when major disruption to food prices and commodity markets would begin. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 2, 2023

Tyson, Hormel face class-action over worker compensation

Executives allegedly held secret meetings and “off-the-books” dinners to discuss worker pay rates, supporting a “plausible inference” of a conspiracy to suppress wages.

By Nathan Owens • Oct. 2, 2023

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Declining farm income and other production challenges have pushed farmers to rethink their operations and adopt new technology in a bid to diversify potential revenue streams. 

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Federal lawmakers introduce legislation to cut food waste, expand USDA programs

The bill, which comes as farm bill negotiations ramp up, would establish an Office of Food Loss and Waste at the agency. A coalition of groups advocating for federal food waste legislation had proposed the idea.

By Jacob Wallace • Oct. 2, 2023

How a government shutdown will impact food safety, nutrition

Unless Congress reaches a deal on spending before Sunday, programs and services overseen by the FDA and the USDA could end or be curtailed in the coming days and weeks.

By Chris Casey • Sept. 29, 2023

Agri Stats sued by DOJ for role in meatpacking antitrust scheme

The department accused the data company of distributing reports so detailed that meatpackers could suppress competition and inflate prices, ultimately harming consumers.

By Nathan Owens • Sept. 29, 2023

Agriculture spending bill fails to pass US House

Over two dozen Republicans joined Democrats in voting down a funding plan that included substantial cuts to USDA programs and proposals to restrict abortion access. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 29, 2023

Tyson, Perdue under investigation following reports of child labor at slaughterhouses

The meat giants face a federal probe after a New York Times Magazine article detailed a 14-year-old being maimed by equipment at a Virginia plant.

By Chris Casey • Sept. 27, 2023

Food assistance, farm loan programs in jeopardy amid looming government shutdown

USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack warned of major disruptions to the agriculture sector if Congress is unable to reach a spending agreement.

By Nathan Owens • Sept. 26, 2023

USDA launches $65M pilot to help attract more temporary farm workers from Central America

Amid a humanitarian crisis in Guatemala, Honduras and El Salvador, the U.S. is encouraging agriculture businesses to recruit H-2A visa workers from the Northern Triangle.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 25, 2023

Consider safety from every angle in agribusiness

How can your agribusiness adapt to ensure its employees are physically safe and mentally protected at work? The answer may be found in human-centered safety.

Sept. 25, 2023

Big food’s regenerative agriculture pledges mostly just talk

Most businesses lack quantitative targets to reach their goals and only a few of them offer financial commitments to support farmers, according to a FAIRR report.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 22, 2023

US Senate targets December for farm bill passage

Debates over funding and food assistance are slowing negotiations in the House and pushing the upper chamber to step up, said Agriculture Chairwoman Sen. Debbie Stabenow.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 21, 2023

Climate activists warn Wall Street investors of JBS listing risks

Critics say the meatpacking giant’s plan to restructure diminishes the voting power of existing and future minority shareholders.

By Nathan Owens • Sept. 21, 2023

China appeals WTO ruling against retaliatory tariffs on US goods

The move allows $2.4 billion in duties on pork, fruits and other products to remain in place as the trade body’s appellate court remains in crisis.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 20, 2023

Aerofarms emerges from bankruptcy fully funded and with a new CEO

The once cash-strapped vertical farming company is making changes to position itself for growth as competitors struggle amid economic uncertainty.

By Nathan Owens • Sept. 19, 2023

RFID on food packaging gains traction amid safety and waste concerns

A tracking system traditionally used for nonperishable items could become more common on certain types of packaging ahead of future traceability requirements from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

By Leslie Nemo • Sept. 15, 2023

Biden admin rolls out new protections for temporary farm workers

The proposed rule would enhance enforcement against employers who undermine labor standards under the H-2A visa program.

By Nathan Owens • Sept. 13, 2023

How the looming government shutdown is complicating the farm bill

Averting a budget crisis remains a top priority in Congress, likely pushing back the timeline for the most consequential law in the agriculture industry. Here’s what it means for farmers.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 12, 2023

FDA issues warning letters to 3 baby formula makers over safety controls

Perrigo, ByHeart and Mead Johnson were called out by the agency as part of an ongoing review of formula manufacturing after years of constrained supply and recalls.

By Kate Magill • Sept. 11, 2023

India agrees to slash tariffs on US poultry

The decision will allow for more imports of duck and turkey, ending a longstanding trade dispute between the two countries.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 11, 2023

Proposed reciprocal switching rule aims to improve rail service

Agriculture shippers could soon have a path to divert shipments to another railroad if performance levels are considered inadequate.

By Edwin Lopez , Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 8, 2023

Farm groups criticize revisions to clean water rule

The EPA’s amended Waters of the U.S. erased a contentious nexus test determining applicability of the law, but critics say it doesn't go far enough.

By Nathan Owens • Aug. 31, 2023

Vilsack: Climate-smart agriculture can help farmers compete against big business

As the USDA announces grants supporting rural renewable energy projects, the secretary said the agency is focused on helping farmers implement greener production practices and access new markets.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 31, 2023

Canada joins US in trade dispute against Mexico over GMO corn

The country will participate as a third party in settlement proceedings, saying it agrees that a ban on biotech corn imports is "not scientifically supported."

By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 29, 2023

EPA denies petitions for stronger CAFO regulations

An advisory committee will instead study the extent of pollution on so-called "factory farms" and make recommendations to the agency.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 28, 2023