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    California’s first bird flu cases in dairy cows magnifies production risks

    Avian influenza has reached the top milk producing state in the nation, raising concerns about a lack of testing among farms.

    By • Sept. 12, 2024
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    Can a farm bill pass in 2024?

    Threats of yet another government shutdown are likely to derail a last-ditch effort to pass the agricultural spending bill. The election itself could lead to further delays.

    By • Sept. 11, 2024
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    Top 5 stories from Agriculture Dive

    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. 

    By Agriculture Dive staff
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    EPA awards $15M to research how PFAS contaminate food and farmland

    The grants, which will fund studies to reduce the impact of "forever chemicals" on crops and livestock, come as a group of farmers sue the agency over a lack of regulation.

    By • Sept. 9, 2024
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    OSHA sets late December comment deadline for extreme heat standard

    The agency’s proposed rule would require agricultural employers to develop heat injury and illness prevention plans, among other actions.

    By Ryan Golden • Sept. 9, 2024
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    USDA tightens guidance for use of ‘antibiotic free’ and other meat labels

    The updates are meant to signal the department “will take enforcement action” against producers who make false or misleading claims around how animals are raised.

    By • Sept. 4, 2024
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    Bird flu vaccine for US dairy cattle is one step closer to reality

    The USDA approved the first safety trial for a vaccine and is working to address potential trade complications that could come with an immunization rollout.

    By • Aug. 29, 2024
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    USDA awards specialty crop producers $82M to expand markets

    The funding will support research and marketing for producers of fruits, vegetables and nuts as the industry pushes for more farm bill money.

    By • Aug. 27, 2024
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    Canada rail service resumes following government order

    While all parties pledged to comply, the Teamsters vowed to challenge the order in court.

    By Larry Avila • Aug. 26, 2024
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    How the EPA plans to protect endangered species from weedkillers

    A new framework could require farms near vulnerable habitats to take additional conservation steps. Here's what to know.

    By • Aug. 26, 2024
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    American Vanguard to end global production of Dacthal weedkiller after EPA ban

    The sole U.S. manufacturer of the herbicide is working to remove the product from the market following regulators' determination that DCPA can harm fetal development. 

    By • Aug. 23, 2024
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    Canada government moves to end rail shutdown, but disruption threat continues

    Despite a referral for binding arbitration, workers at Canadian National issued a fresh 72-hour strike notice while CPKC has yet to lift an employee lockout.

    By Larry Avila , • Updated Aug. 23, 2024
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    These farmers didn’t know their land was contaminated with PFAS. Now they’re suing.

    Some states are ordering farms to stop selling their products after testing positive for the “forever chemicals.”

    By Leah Borts-Kuperman and Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 20, 2024
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    The meat industry reacts to Harris’ plan to ban ‘price gouging’

    Trade groups say the vice president’s plan unfairly blames food companies for driving inflation without addressing the root causes for why prices are higher.

    By • Aug. 19, 2024
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    Colorado kicks off produce incentive program for SNAP participants

    The new state initiative will apply matching credits to consumers' EBT accounts for every dollar spent on qualifying fruits and vegetables, with a cap of $20 per transaction.

    By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 19, 2024
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    FDA traceability rule: What food companies must know about looming new requirements

    Are you prepared for the new FDA traceability requirements for companies that manufacture, process, or hold food products?

    Aug. 19, 2024
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    Canada rail embargoes intensify ahead of potential work stoppage

    If a labor deal isn’t reached before Aug. 22, it could be the first time that both of the country’s major railroads are simultaneously shut down.

    By Larry Avila • Aug. 16, 2024
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    Upside Foods sues Florida over cultivated meat ban

    The alternative protein company says in a lawsuit that restrictions on lab-grown meat are unconstitutional and only serve to protect cattle ranchers.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 15, 2024
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    New initiative aims to solidify carbon removal standards

    The Carbon Removal Standards Initiative seeks to provide science-based guidelines for extracting and sequestering carbon dioxide in industries including agriculture.

    By Zoya Mirza • Aug. 13, 2024
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    USDA invests $400M to pay farmers for saving water in drought-stricken West

    Lawmakers have urged the department for “serious changes” to allow more people to benefit from federal conservation programs.

    By • Aug. 13, 2024
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    States press EPA for pesticide rule that would shield Bayer from glyphosate lawsuits

    The Roundup maker has embarked on an aggressive state and federal lobbying campaign as it looks to stem financial fallout from thousands of claims alleging the herbicide causes cancer.

    By • Aug. 12, 2024
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    Canada’s rail networks edge closer to disruption

    Agricultural shippers are bracing for disuprtion after regulators gave the sign off for labor action to occur as early as Aug. 22.

    By Larry Avila • Aug. 12, 2024
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    USDA overhauls lending programs to expand access for farm loans

    The updates, which include repayment flexibility and lower security requirements, are “some of the most significant changes” to the Farm Service Agency in the last 40 years.

    By • Aug. 8, 2024
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    Bayer glyphosate sales jump despite mounting legal pressure

    The crop science giant has stepped up lobbying efforts around the farm bill as it aims to shield itself from Roundup lawsuits.

    By • Aug. 7, 2024
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    EPA takes rare emergency action to ban pesticide DCPA, citing health risk

    The weedkiller, used on crops such as broccoli and onions, can impair fetal development and lead to lifelong health problems, the agency said.

    By • Aug. 6, 2024
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    USDA makes another $300M available to boost ag trade

    The department is releasing more money in the absence of a new farm bill, which farmers were hoping would help address a record trade deficit. 

    By • Aug. 6, 2024