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Carbon Capture and Storage: Coming Soon to Ohio?
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Many in Ohio agriculture are familiar with the terms “carbon sequestration” and “carbon credits.” The terms relate to efforts to reduce carbon in the atmosphere by capturing or “sequestering” the carbon. Ohio farmers have taken advantage of their ability to sequester carbon through practices like conservation tillage and cover crops, thus exchanging…
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Simpson Urges USDA Disaster Declaration for Milton
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson sent a letter to the United States Secretary of Agriculture formally requesting a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Disaster Declaration for Florida counties impacted by Hurricane Milton. Hurricane Milton caused catastrophic damage to Florida‘s agricultural producers, compounding losses and financial strain from previous storms. Based on initial reporting and communication with farmers,…
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A ‘Flood’ Of Solar Panels Threatens Puerto Rico’s Farmers — And Neighbors’ Lives
A ‘Flood’ Of Solar Panels Threatens Puerto Rico’s Farmers — And Neighbors’ Lives Yahoo News Canada
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More than $2.5 million in grants into Arkansas for solar power projects
More than $2.5 million in grants into Arkansas for solar power projects MSN
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USDA Rural Development funds seven more renewable energy projects in Kansas
USDA Rural Development funds seven more renewable energy projects in Kansas Hays Post
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USDA is expanding its ‘farm to school program’ to incorporate locally sourced foods at school
USDA is expanding its ‘farm to school program’ to incorporate locally sourced foods at school LocalNews8.com
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Florida agriculture industry hit hard by recent hurricanes, state seeks federal help
Florida agriculture industry hit hard by recent hurricanes, state seeks federal help MSN
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AFBF: Thousands of Farmers Could Unknowingly Face Federal Fines or Jail Time
WASHINGTON — Time is running out for thousands of farmers who may face steep fines and possible jail time for failing to file their businesses with the federal government. Jan. 1, 2025, is the deadline to file Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) with the U.S. Department of Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). New analysis in a Market Intel by…
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Ag Secretary Vilsack Touts ‘Climate-Smart’ Farm Products in Pennsylvania
Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Touts Climate-Smart Farm Products in Pennsylvania Lancaster Farming
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US lawmakers propose tax credits for agtech investments
Also in this week’s farm technology news: A former Monsanto exec is named the CEO of Freight Farms, and fruit breeding company Bloom Fresh adds blueberries to its portfolio.
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AFBF: Farmers Should Note Corporate Transparency Act Deadline
A large number of farmers and ranchers are up against a January 1, 2025, deadline to file their detailed Beneficial Ownership Information under the requirements of the Corporate Transparency Act. Samantha Ayoub, an associate economist with the American Farm Bureau Federation, says the Act applies to many types of small businesses. “The Corporate Transparency Act…
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ADM accused of misconduct, lack of safety inspections after explosion hurt US worker
ADM accused of misconduct, lack of safety inspections after explosion hurt US worker By Reuters Investing.com
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Seeded by USDA, climate-smart products speed to market, says Vilsack
Seeded by USDA, climate-smart products speed to market, says Vilsack Food & Environment Reporting Network
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Sen. Jerry Moran weighs in on farm bill, aviation industry developments impacting Kansans
Sen. Jerry Moran weighs in on farm bill, aviation industry developments impacting Kansans KWCH
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I’m a farmer – and know Kamala Harris would be a disaster for American agriculture
I’m a farmer – and know Kamala Harris would be a disaster for American agriculture Fox News
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AFBF: Duvall Leads White House Meeting on Renewable Fuel Tax Credits
WASHINGTON — American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall recently urged the administration to prioritize American-grown crops in the production of sustainable fuels during a meeting at the White House organized by the AFBF. Duvall was joined by leaders from the National Corn Growers Association and American Soybean Association to urge Senior Advisor to the President…
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USDA Celebrates Spending $3 Billion for ‘Climate-Smart’ Commodities
USDA Celebrates Spending $3 Billion for Climate-Smart Commodities AgNewsWire
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Rep. Hinson expects House E15 bill to gain traction
A U.S. Representative from Iowa says a federal solution for year-round E15 will be one of her biggest priorities the rest of the year. Republican Ashley Hinson tells Brownfield she’s optimistic the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act will get bipartisan support. “There will be traction in the House because this is about consumer…
