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Central Coast Agriculture Leaders Discuss Wildfire Prevention and Support for Specialty Crops

U.S. Representatives Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24) and Angie Craig (D-MN-02) hosted roundtable discussions with local farmers, agriculture groups, community associations, and government officials to address wildfire prevention, federal support for specialty crops, farm automation, and more. The lawmakers emphasized the need for collaborative solutions to mitigate wildfires and ensure Central

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Compliance Requirements for Agricultural Businesses Under the Fair Labor Standards Act and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Workers Protection Act

Businesses in the agricultural sector must comply with federal laws and regulations related to agricultural employment, including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Workers Protection Act (MSPA). These laws apply to farmers, growers, farm labor contractors, and agricultural associations, among others. Compliance is crucial

Farmers

ATV Safety Must Come First on Farms

Farm accidents involving All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) cause serious injuries and fatalities every year. According to recent reports, there were almost 600 farm-related incidents in the past year alone. To mitigate these risks, farming unions are urging farmers to prioritize safety and adhere to crucial guidelines. NFU Deputy President David Exwood,

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Tenant Farmers Association Demands Urgent Government Action Over Solar Farms Displacing Farmers

The Tenant Farmers Association (TFA) has called on the UK government to take immediate action to address the growing issue of solar farms displacing tenant farmers with little or no compensation. The TFA has highlighted what it describes as a broken promise by Sir Keir Starmer, who stated at the

Farmers

Zimbabwe Farmers Welcome Partnership to Create Reliable Market for Grain

Zimbabwe's farmers have welcomed a partnership between the Zimbabwe Mercantile Exchange (ZMX) and the Grain Millers Association of Zimbabwe (GMAZ), set to create a reliable market for their produce. The five-year memorandum of understanding (MoU) aims to ensure an orderly and efficient grain offtake by members of GMAZ,

Farmers

Government Faces Backlash Over Family Farm Tax Plans

The National Farmers' Union (NFU) has launched a critical campaign against the UK government's plans to introduce a tax on family farms, arguing that it will devastate the agricultural sector and have far-reaching consequences for food security and the domestic economy. The NFU claims that the current

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House Agriculture Committee's Top Democrat Visits Santa Barbara and Carpinteria

U.S. Representative Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24) hosted the Committee's Ranking Member Angie Craig (D-MN-02) in Santa Barbara and Carpinteria on July 19. The lawmakers organized roundtable discussions with local farmers, agriculture groups, community associations, and government officials to discuss wildfire prevention, federal support for specialty crops, farm automation,

Farmers

Corn Growers Association Advocates for Policy Changes Despite Heat in Washington

As the heat dome hangs over Washington, Congress has been working diligently to pass the One Big Beautiful Bill, which includes several key provisions for corn growers, including the extension of tax provisions and investments in commodity, crop insurance, and trade promotion programs. The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) has

Farmers

Water Restrictions Lifting for 150 Farmers in England Amid Ongoing Dry Weather

NFU-organised meeting secured a temporary reprieve for affected farmers, but long-term solutions remain elusive. NFU Vice President Rachel Hallos emphasized the urgent need for collaboration between the government, Environment Agency, and farming community to ensure water availability during dry periods, highlighting the risk to national food security. The NFU is

Agriculture

Taree Showground and High School Ag Plot Receive Support from RAS Foundation After Devastating Floods

The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) Foundation has launched an end-of-financial-year fundraiser that raised over $60,000 in just three weeks, with the organization matching the amount, bringing the total to over $120,000. This support is aimed at helping the Taree Showground and Taree High School ag plot,

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Foot and Mouth Disease Outbreaks in South Africa Spark Alarm

South Africa's agricultural sector is facing growing concern after a recent outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) was confirmed on a commercial farm in the Free State province. The latest development marks a significant expansion of an already widespread issue, with 270 FMD outbreaks reported across five

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Family Farmers Urge Strengthening of Credit and Risk Management Tools

Family farmers in the US are facing significant economic challenges, including access to affordable and reliable credit, competitive markets, and a robust farm safety net. As part of their efforts to address these issues, the National Farmers Union is advocating for improvements to Farm Service Agency (FSA) loan programs, credit,