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Rep. Hinson praises Trump’s trade strategy

U.S. Congresswoman Ashley Hinson says President Trump’s tariff actions should help farmers get access to new markets. “What happened yesterday is free and fair trade,” Hinson said Thursday morning. “He is using these tariffs as a negotiating tool to bring other countries to the... Read More.

Rollins praises USDA’s HPAI response plan

Photo by Brent Barnett/Brownfield Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins says the USDA continues to help the poultry industry find solutions for highly pathogenic avian influenza. “I am not here necessarily to throw a prior administration under the bus, but I will say that not much... Read More.

Growth Energy praises U.S., Vietnam MOU on ethanol use

The government of Vietnam has announced a directive that promotes the usage of U.S. ethanol within the country. Emily Marthaler, director of global policy with Growth Energy, says the U.S. ethanol industry recently signed a memorandum of understanding with Vietnam’s largest petroleum distributor. “Currently... Read More.

Sen. Ernst praises USDA, Ag Secretary Rollins for HPAI response plan

U.S. Senator Joni Ernst says she’s pleased the USDA is moving quickly to combat the avian influenza crisis. Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins revealed a $1 billion HPAI response plan on Wednesday, and Ernst tells Brownfield it includes some of her recommendations. “There’s an increase... Read More.