agriculture

New Mexico lawmaker introduces bill to improve compensation after wolf attacks

USDA Update – May 23, 2023

When wolves move in, they push smaller carnivores closer to human development

Vaccines using mRNA can protect farm animals against diseases traditional ones may not

Farm families are struggling to grow their businesses in child care deserts – the US farm bill may finally offer some help

Polis praises U.S. Supreme Court ruling protecting egg regulations

Supreme Court’s ruling on humane treatment of pigs could catalyze a wave of new animal welfare laws

USDA Update – May 15, 2023

The U.S. is undergoing its worst bird flu outbreak ever. Is a poultry vaccine the answer?

In leading pork producing states, California's law may alter farming

2023 Wheat Field Days tour set

Supreme Court upholds California law, rejects challenge brought by pork industry

Battle heats up over Iowa solar project sites

USDA Update – May 9, 2023

These four challenges will shape the next farm bill – and how the US eats

April 2023 Arkansas River Report

Rural lenders, crop insurance agents push for bolstered safety net at farm bill hearing

New law bans foreign entities from purchasing Montana land

Livestock loss could bring $30K per animal under Colorado's wolf restoration plan

Congressional committee OKs plan to delist gray wolves

USDA Update – May 2, 2023

Idaho farm pioneers regenerative ag practices for potato growing

Governor Polis signs bill giving Colorado farmers 'right to repair' equipment

Farm Bill Debate: More breathing room sought for conservation