Washington Policy
Farmers are in the midst of harvest as the government descends into a shutdown and the Farm Bill expires. Key federal departments, crop reporting, and aid programs important to the agricultural sector are now on hold.
“I’m optimistic that this agency, this administration again, made WOTUS a real priority.”
China will reduce its tariffs from 125% to 10%. In return, the U.S. will lower tariffs on most Chinese goods from 145% to 30%.
Happy National Small Business Week!
This Firm to Farm blog post by farm legal and taxation expert Roger McEowen of the Washburn School of Law discusses the Small Tracts Act and resolving issues with the US Forest Service.
2023 Farm Bill
House ag leaders had hoped to get the Farm Bill voted on by Easter, but no dates have been secured just yet.
State & Local Policy
Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen Issues Emergency Declaration as Record Wildfires Threaten Nebraska Ranchers
Governor Jim Pillen joined us to share the latest on the Nebraska wildfires, discuss relief efforts, and outline considerations for producers navigating the ongoing situation.
