Scheffler Detained, PGA Championship Delayed
(Louisville, KY) — The world’s top-ranked golfer Scottie Scheffler is no longer being detained by Louisville police and the second round of the P-G-A Championship is delayed following a fatal traffic accident outside the golf club. Scheffler
American Agriculture is an “Export Powerhouse”
It’s no secret in U.S. agriculture how valuable trade is to multiple sectors. Daniel Whitley, administrator of the Foreign Agricultural Service, spoke during the 2024 NAFB Washington Watch. He says U.S. agriculture is a powerhouse, He says,
Stabenow Issues Statement on Farm Bill
House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member David Scott (D-GA) and Senate Committee Chair Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) issued a statement on farm bill development. “House and Senate Democrats remain committed to passing a strong, bipartisan farm bill that strengthens
Farm Bill Lobbying Exceeds $500 Million
A new report from The Hill says that pharmaceutical, manufacturing, and agriculture interests have combined to spend over $400 million lobbying Congress on a new farm bill. The Union for Concerned Scientists says that’s more than four
Railroad Staffing Shortages Compromise Safety and Service
Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) called on the six Class One railroads to address severe staffing shortages that are endangering workers, increasing the risk of derailments, and raising costs for farmers, businesses and consumers. She wants the railroads
AEM Pleased With Turnout on the National Mall
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers were pleased with this year’s Celebration of Modern Agriculture on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The event facilitated an array of substantial policy discussions with the agency officials who directly impact
Commodity Classic Announces Preliminary Schedule for 2025 Show in Denver
ST. LOUIS, MO (May 16, 2024) — Plans for the 2025 Commodity Classic are well underway as America’s largest farmer-led agricultural and educational experience takes place March 2–4, 2025 in Denver, CO. The theme for the 2025
Poll Shows Republicans With Slight Lead Over Democrats In MN
(St. Paul, MN) — Republicans currently have an edge over Democrats when it comes to voting in this fall’s election. A new KSTP-Survey USA poll published this week shows likely voters are giving a 45-to-43 percent edge
Six Injured In Crash In Clay County
(Flowing Township, MN) — Investigators say six people were injured in an early morning crash in Clay County yesterday. The Minnesota State Patrol says a Chevy Suburban crashed into a semi at the intersection of State Highway
Smith: MN Couple Stuck In Brazil After Baby Birth Should Be Home Soon
(Washington, DC) — Democratic Senator Tina Smith says a Minnesota family stranded in Brazil after the birth of their baby should soon be coming home. Cheri Phillips of Cambridge gave birth to her son Greyson three months