The Trump Administration announced it has dropped criminal charges against a South Dakota ranching family.
Charles and Heather Maude faced federal charges over a fence-line and planting disputes involving 50 acres of federal land. USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins said it was a civil case, and the charges should never have escalated. She said the actions of the previous administration caused turmoil for the Maude family.
The Maude Family will speak at a news conference in Washington tomorrow.
Related Stories
Both sides say there is little room left for compromise as negotiations continue.
A federal court ruled FSA cannot use an internal handbook to create eligibility restrictions for county committee candidates that are not supported by law or regulation.
The Securing Agriculture’s Workforce Act would expand access to year-round livestock and dairy operations.
The proposed extension would keep the small producer credit in place through 2029.
Shaun Haney says U.S.-Canada trade tensions have entered a “slow roll,” leaving businesses and farmers uncertain about the future of USMCA.
The inquiry will examine whether manufacturer restrictions are increasing costs for farmers.
