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Proposed FARM Act would have major impact

Friday, November 8

An ag economist at the University of Illinois says the latest agricultural aid package proposed in Congress would have a major impact if passed as currently constructed. Gary Schnitkey says the $21 billion FARM Act, or Farmer Assistance and Revenue Mitigation Act of 2024,...

RFA praises House introduction of Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act

Monday, September 30

A leader with the Renewable Fuels Association says the current Congress need to quickly prioritize passing a federal solution that would establish permanent year-round sales of E15. Troy Bredenkamp, senior vice president of government and public affairs, says the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer...

Americans for Family Farmers take opposition of EATS Act to D.C.

Monday, September 23

A group of around 35 U.S. farmers recently took their opposition of the EATS Act to Capitol Hill. Illinois farmer Dave Bishop, who’s family operates a diversified organic farm in Logan County, says the bill seeks to limit a state’s ability to determine guidelines...

Ticket Information, New Musical Act and More Details Announced for Late Night in the Phog Presented by Hy-Vee

Thursday, September 12

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Congressman Flood introduces SAF Information Act

Monday, August 12

A Bipartisan bill has been introduced directing the Energy Information Administration to include sustainable aviation fuels in published data sets. U.S Representative Mike Flood (R) of Nebraska joined Louisiana’s Troy Carter (D) Friday in support of the Sustainable Aviation Fuel Information Act. They say it’s designed to give stakeholders more...

ACRE Act would reduce cost of borrowing for farmers

Monday, August 5

The American Bankers Association is bringing attention to legislation that would lower the cost of borrowing for farmers. Senior vice president of agriculture and rural banking policy Ed Elfmann says the Access for our Rural Economy, or ACRE Act, removes the taxation on income...

NCBA’s Lane says new rule under Packers & Stockyards Act is problematic for producers

Thursday, June 27

The head lobbyist for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association says the USDA’s latest proposed rule under the Packers & Stockyards Act undermines the investments producers have made in their operations. Ethan Lane tells Brownfield under “Bidenomics”, under this administration’s view of the world, success...

USDA proposes new rule under Packers & Stockyards Act to clarify ‘unfair practices’

Wednesday, June 26

The USDA has proposed a new rule under the Packers and Stockyards Act that Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says will better protect farmers, ranchers, and other market participants. Vilsack made the announcement during an event hosted by the Center for American Progress on Tuesday....

Michigan Ag Director: Act as if your farm has Influenza A

Wednesday, June 12

Sen. Moran Sends Letter to Ad Astra Radio in Support of S.1669 – AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act

Tuesday, May 28

U.S. Senator Jerry Moran wrote a letter of appreciation to Ad Astra Radio for its dedication to local broadcasting in Kansas on May 8, 2024, and also provided an update on his support for

Board Approves Budget, Recognizes Adult Education and Family Literacy Act Week

Wednesday, September 20

By Hutchinson Community College HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The September meeting of the Board of Trustees of Hutchinson Community College began with a pair of hearings, one pertaining to the College’s Revenue Neutral Rate and the other regarding the 2023-24 budget.Following the hearings, the board approved...

PACT Act Application Deadline Extended for Veterans with Disabilities

Monday, August 14

By the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs WICHITA, Kan. — Those who haven't and need to have and extension until 11:59 p.m. ET today, Aug. 14, 2023, to file the PACT Act claim—or submit the intent to file—and be eligible for benefits backdated to August 10,...