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Protecting the dairy industry in upcoming Dietary Guidelines for Americans

A U.S. Senator from Wisconsin wants to protect the dairy category in the Biden administration’s upcoming updates to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Tammy Baldwin tells Brownfield she wants any changes to the DGA to be science-based. “I want to make sure that they...

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

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...

Americans spending more on 4th of July cookouts

It’s going to cost a little more to host a 4th of July cookout this summer, according to Rabobanks’s 2024 BBQ index. According to Rabobank’s 2024 BBQ Index, a 10-person barbecue will cost a record $99, up 2% from last year. “While at face...

42.3 Million Americans Expected to Travel for Memorial Day Weekend

By Axia Diaz, AAA News WASHINGTON, DC (May 15, 2023) AAA projects 42.3 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home this Memorial Day weekend*, a 7% increase over 2022. This year, 2.7 million more people will travel for the unofficial start...