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Shining Light on Farm & Food Policy for 20 Years.
Saturday, September 28, 2024
Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack was on Capitol Hill today and discussed all things CRP, Roundup litigation and crop insurance with members of the Senate Ag Committee. A look at that hearing plus reports on the global hunger and domestic finance implications of the war in Ukraine in today's DriveTime.
The Biden administration is warned of the consequences of a major dockworkers strike and the new NASDA board approves a resolution pressing Congress for a new farm bill this year.
Iowa Senator Charles Grassley wants regular order when Congress debates a new farm bill. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says the U.S. government will use incentives to promote productivity and sustainability.
Rising tension in the Middle East and weather were key drivers in the commodity market to start the week. Washington is focused on the essentials before hitting the campaign trail prior to the November elections.