Farmers received some welcome news this week as USDA released an interim rule for climate-smart crops used as biofuel feedstocks.
A move that the department says will create new market opportunities for producers while also enhancing climate benefits.
Brian Jennings with the American Coalition for Ethanol spoke with RFD-TV’s own Tammi Arender on details of the 45Z credit, any missing guidance, and the next steps moving forward.
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Ohio Farm Bureau’s Evan Callicoat says the proposal would have allowed a general permit for data center companies rather than reviewing projects individually.
The department is making $35 million available to help reduce feral swine populations through trapping, restoration and landowner assistance.
Persistent drought and weak market conditions are forcing growers to rethink long-standing practices.
Evan Callicoat with the Ohio Farm Bureau discusses data center development in rural Ohio, the state’s wastewater permitting decision, and what it could mean for agricultural communities.
Data Center Development Creates New Opportunities for Farmers, but Experts Urge Careful Negotiations
The growth of AI-driven data centers is creating new opportunities for rural landowners while raising questions about farmland use, water demand, electricity costs, and community impacts.
EarthDaily’s Nick Ohrtman says the technology gives producers a broader perspective on crop performance.
