President Trump has signed a measure to continue funding the government through September, with some small increases to ag programs.
The continuing resolution keeps spending largely in line with last year’s levels, but there are increases at USDA for WIC. The resolution also puts overall USDA spending at around $400 million more than last year.
Areas like EPA experienced a $2 billion increase, but ethanol groups were disappointed. The legislation did not include any backings of year-round E15.
Senator Deb Fischer tells AgriPulse she is disappointed about E15 getting left behind, but says it is a good overall bill. She says it had broad support and will prove good for ag producers and consumers alike. The bill will fund the government through September, which is when the current extension of the 2018 Farm Bill expires.
A stalled World Trade Organization appeals body increases long-term trade policy risk for U.S. agriculture.
February 26, 2026 06:00 AM
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Policy awareness is becoming part of everyday risk management.
February 25, 2026 04:50 PM
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House Agriculture Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson says the 2026 Farm Bill is bipartisan, with 82% of the bills incorporated into it receiving bipartisan support.
February 25, 2026 11:24 AM
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Alan Bjerga of the National Milk Producers Federation discusses the Dairy Margin Coverage program, recent improvements, and what producers need to know ahead of this week’s enrollment deadline.
February 24, 2026 03:01 PM
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Glyphosate and phosphorus are deemed critical to U.S. national defense, ensuring farmers’ access while signaling a shift toward regenerative agriculture. RealAg Radio host Shaun Haney shares insight on the Trump Administration’s move and what it could mean for U.S. farmers moving forward.
February 24, 2026 01:30 PM
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Ag leaders say President Donald Trump’s State of the Union is unlikely to spark major agriculture headlines, but ongoing tariff uncertainty and trade policy remain key concerns, as does the debate around glyphosate and the status of the next Farm Bill.
February 24, 2026 11:57 AM
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