Policy Updates
Pro Farmer’s latest updates on agricultural policy news, legislative updates, and regulatory enforcement impacting U.S. farmers and agribusinesses.
Both Senate and House expected to approve stopgap spending measure through Dec. 3
Warren blasts Fed chairman | Debt ceiling timeline | White House talks to OPEC
U.S. natural gas futures trading above $6/mmbtu and about to take out 2014 peak
Tight schedule & intraparty squabbles present hurdles for Dems | Where’s RFS details?
Grassley to seek re-election | Amy Walter on Biden’s competence | Commerce Sec. on trade w/China
RFS twists and turns | Stabenow: Dems’ reconciliation spending will help write next farm bill
RFS twists and turns | Stabenow: Dems’ reconciliation spending will help write next farm bill
How a House Ag hearing on blueberries turned into a black eye for Democrats
OECD boosts global inflation forecasts | Congestion mounts at Calif. Ports | U.S./U.K. trade
Senate parliamentarian nixes Dems’ immigration proposal | CR | Debt limit | Recon delay
Another RFS rumor | CR | Debt limit | FOMC | Carbon markets | Food summit
Price surges, logistical constraints continue to impact markets and boost inflation
California governor easily fends off Republican-led recall vote | WaPo comments on Vilsack
Finally, a nominee for ag spot at USTR, but problems with ag trade position at USDA
House Ways and Means Committee summary
Fuel prices surge in Europe | Big sorghum acreage boost | Debt limit pressure
Top corporate tax rate rises to 26.5% from 21% | Cuts some estate-tax discounts, no effect on family farms and businesses