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Ag leaders pleased with selection of Thune as Senate Majority Leader
Agriculture leaders are pleased that the new Senate Majority Leader understands rural issues. South Dakota Republican John Thune was chosen Wednesday morning to succeed Mitch McConnell, and Thune says he’s extremely honored to have earned the support of his colleagues to lead the Senate in the 119th Congress. Thune’s selection is being praised by ag…
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Why Thune’s Election as Senate Majority Leader is Considered Beneficial for U.S. Ag
Why John Thune’s Election as Senate Majority Leader is Considered Beneficial for U.S. Agriculture  The Scoop –
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British Farmers Under Siege: New Inheritance Tax Policies Threaten Centuries-Old Family Farms
British farmers are facing a daunting financial challenges thanks to new inheritance tax policies on farm land. Family farms, passed down for generations, now face steep tax bills so hefty, they may be forced to sell off parts of their land or plunge into debt to hold onto it. Â The new tax rules also…
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Agriculture concerned tariffs will be part of Trump trade agenda
The return of Donald Trump to the White House has some in agriculture concerned tariffs will be a part of the incoming administration’s trade approach. Compeer Financial vice president of legislative affairs Perry Aasness says President Trump has a track record of using tariffs, but it’s unclear if that tactic will be used again. “He’s…
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AFB Looks Past Election
The American Farm Bureau is looking to get past the election this week in hopes it might improve prospects for a new farm bill. Farm Bureau Director of Government Affairs Joe Gilson says getting the election out of the way could be a plus for AFB’s top priority, which is an updated, modernized farm bill.…
