Growth Energy’s CEO Emily Skor issued the following statement after the House of Representatives passed a bill to avert a nationwide rail strike: “Nearly 70% of U.S. ethanol production is moved by rail – more than 400,000 carloads annually. No one wants to see American motorists cut off from a vital supply of lower-cost, lower-carbon …
Category: Ag News
Nov 30
Nutrien Ag Provides the Complete Solution for a Grower’s Acreage
Director, KC Sheperd, visited with the Nutrien Ag North American lead for cotton, rice, and specialty crops, Frank Groves talking about this year’s cotton crop and ways Nutrien Ag can aid producers. “It was a very challenging year for cotton producers across the entire cotton belt,” Groves said. “We have our fingers crossed that we …
Nov 30
NCBA Thanks Biden Administration for Actions to Avoid Rail Disruptions
Today, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) recognized the Biden Administration for taking quick action to avoid rail disruptions. “On behalf of America’s cattle producers, we thank President Biden and Secretary Vilsack for their action to prevent a disruption in critical rail service across the country. We are also pleased to see bipartisan leaders in …
Nov 30
Attorney General O’Connor Challenges UPS and FedEx Gun-Purchase Surveillance
Attorney General John O’Connor and 17 other state attorneys general are challenging new policies implemented by major shipping companies to obtain data on gun purchasers with unprecedented specificity. These policies could allow federal agencies to bypass warrant requirements to obtain that information. UPS and FedEx are reportedly now burdening federal firearm license (FFL) holders by …
Nov 30
Ranch Succession Planning 101
Have you ever wondered what will happen to your ranch when you’re gone? The key to putting your mind at ease is by building an effective and transparent succession plan. To help farmers and ranchers start planning for the future, AgriWebb is hosting a virtual discussion with succession planning experts and ranchers to answer the following …
Nov 30
Agricultural Retailers Association Convenes Annual Conference, Celebrates 30th Anniversary
Today the Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) kicked off its 2022 Conference & Expo with more than 600 agricultural retail industry professionals convening to share insights, network, and celebrate 30 years of ARA. “A lot has changed for our industry since we last gathered for the annual ARA conference,” says 2022-2023 ARA Board Chair Ian McGregor …
Nov 30
Growth Energy: Year-Round E15 Would Save Americans Money, Lower Carbon Emissions
Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor issued the following statement today regarding the introduction of a bill to allow the year-round sale of E15 by Senators Deb Fischer (R-NE), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and 13 other senators: “This summer, in the face of record-high gas prices, drivers across the country found savings at the pump of nearly …
Nov 30
NCGA Applauds New Legislation Resolving E15 Uncertainty
Sens. Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) and Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), and 13 bipartisan Senate cosponsors, introduced the Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act today, which would ensure permanent, full-market access to E15, often marketed as Unleaded 88. The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) applauded the new legislation, which has drawn support from a wide range of agriculture, fuel …
Nov 30
NMPF Calls on Congress to Act to Avert Dairy-Devastating Rail Strike
From NMPF President and CEO Jim Mulhern: “Congress needs to take immediate action to avert a nationwide rail strike that would damage dairy producers and deprive consumers of critical nutrition. Dairy is a 24/7 industry producing a highly perishable commodity. Any disruption of national transit networks not only keeps products from moving efficiently to markets; …