Ag Secretary proposes putting animal gene editing oversight under USDA 12.22.2020 By Ryan McCarthy Currently the FDA approves gene-editing of animals.Read More
Biden administration plans to bring back Vilsack as ag secretary 12.10.2020 By Jay Sjerven An official announcement has not yet been made, but is expected soon.Read More
What will the food industry look like in 20 years? 12.09.2020 By Donna Berry Rethinking food systems was discussed at length at a virtual global event.Read More
Scott approved as next Chairman of the House Ag Committee 12.04.2020 By Joel Crews The congressman has served on the committee since 2003.Read More
Representative David Scott recommended for House ag committee chairman 12.03.2020 By Ryan McCarthy The congressman has served on the committee since 2002.Read More
Canada issues food waste reduction challenge 11.25.2020 By Erica Shaffer The government will fund innovative new business models that prevent or divert food waste.Read More
Iowa allocates CARES funding to meat, poultry processors 11.12.2020 By Ryan McCarthy The state Department of Agriculture said 200 companies would receive grants.Read More
Senate ag committee to change in 2021 11.10.2020 By Jay Sjerven Senator Pat Roberts is retiring and leaves the chair spot open.Read More
Cows are critical for climate change 10.26.2020 By Donna Berry The regenerative agriculture movement seeks to strengthen the ecosystem.Read More
CBP agents intercept ‘mooncake’ shipment 10.14.2020 By Erica Shaffer The products are popular during Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival but contain egg products that pose a high risk to US agriculture.Read More