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Farm Bureau: Lenders say farmers dependent on off-farm income
Farmers are increasingly depending on off-farm income. That situation is made more concerning with…
Feb 20, 2019 · By Jerry Hagstrom, DTN political correspondent
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White House forestry demands could bring down farm bill
Top Democrats in congressional ag committees have voiced concern that recent forestry-related additions to…
Nov 28, 2018 · By Jerry Hagstrom, DTN political correspondent
Policy
USDA, EPA, FDA join efforts to reduce food waste
The U.S. government estimates food waste at 30-40 percent of the food supply. Heads…
Oct 24, 2018 · By Jerry Hagstrom, DTN political correspondent
Policy
Farm, banking, conservation groups urge quick farm bill passage
Industry groups ranging from farming interests to bankers are urging Congress to produce a…
Aug 27, 2018 · By Jerry Hagstrom, DTN political correspondent
Policy
Chief ag negotiator takes harsh line discussing China
The Trump administration’s Chief Agricultural negotiator, Gregg Doud, took a firm position in discussions…
May 28, 2018 · By Jerry Hagstrom, DTN political correspondent
Policy
Senators urge Perdue to be stronger voice
Senators held a hearing on the state of rural America and urged Sonny Perdue…
Apr 30, 2018 · By Jerry Hagstrom, DTN political correspondent