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Illinois B20 Law Moves into Full Effect
2+ day, 4+ hour ago (601+ words) PUBLISHED ON April 12, 2026 Importantly, the program was extended for an additional seven years. Originally scheduled to expire in 2023, the incentive will now remain in place until 2030. This extension provides long-term certainty for fuel retailers, biodiesel producers, farmers and major fuel…...
Nebraska's NRDs Advocate for Conservation Funding Amid Drought and Wildfire Concerns
3+ day, 14+ hour ago (499+ words) PUBLISHED ON April 10, 2026 LINCOLN, Neb. " Nebraska's Natural Resources Districts (NRDs) were represented by nearly 50 directors and staff in Washington, D. C. , March 30 to April 1, 2026. This year's discussions carried added urgency as much of'Nebraska'faces ongoing drought conditions and recent wildfires have burned more…...
Gov. Hochul Requests Disaster Declaration for Aquaculture Producers on Long Island
4+ day, 20+ hour ago (225+ words) PUBLISHED ON April 9, 2026 The shellfish aquaculture industry represents an important component of New York's agricultural sector and coastal economy, consisting largely of small and family-owned operations that contribute to regional seafood production and employment." A USDA disaster designation makes farm…...
WFU Celebrates PFAs Bill Signing
4+ day, 13+ hour ago (422+ words) PUBLISHED ON April 9, 2026 MADISON, Wis. " On April 6, 2026, two bills to address PFAs contamination were signed into law by Governor Tony Evers. Wisconsin Farmers Union (WFU) applauds the Governor and State Legislature for their work to address per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances…...
Wisconsin Farm Bureau Statement on Veto of AB 956
4+ day, 12+ hour ago (350+ words) PUBLISHED ON April 9, 2026 MADISON, Wis. " Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation released the following statement from WFBF President Brad Olson regarding the veto of Assembly Bill 956that would have created an exemption for certain agricultural warehouses from sprinkler system requirements to prevent potential…...
Governor Kotek Celebrates Farm Stand Bill
4+ day, 20+ hour ago (514+ words) PUBLISHED ON April 9, 2026 PORTLAND, Ore. " Governor Tina Kotek joined Oregon'farmers, advocates, and legislators at Topaz Farms on Sauvie Island to commemorate the signing of'House Bill 4153, a bill from this year's legislative session that protects existing farm stand permits and gives'Oregon'farmers…...
NFU: Settlement Underscores Need for Federal Right-to-Repair Protections
5+ day, 16+ hour ago (286+ words) PUBLISHED ON April 8, 2026 WASHINGTON " National Farmers Union President Rob Larew released the following statement in response to the proposed settlement agreement reached between John Deere and the U. S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois regarding right-to-repair claims. "Our work…...
Data Center Controversies Continue in Ohio
1+ week, 7+ hour ago (545+ words) PUBLISHED ON April 6, 2026 Ohio Residents for Responsible Development wants Ohio citizens to determine the fate of data center development in the state. The group is petitioning for a constitutional amendment on data centers that would go before Ohio voters on…...
Illinois Extension & 4-H Showcase Statewide Impact at Inaugural Day at the Capitol
1+ week, 17+ hour ago (453+ words) PUBLISHED ON April 6, 2026 SPRINGFIELD, Ill. " University of Illinois Extension staff gathered in the state Capitol on March 25 to showcase how Extension and Illinois 4-H strengthen communities statewide and to call for an increased state investment at its inaugural Extension Day at…...
Trump Budget Would Cut USDA Funding by $4. 9 Billion
1+ week, 18+ hour ago (484+ words) PUBLISHED ON April 6, 2026 URBANA, Ill. " Progressive Farmer's Chris Clayton reported'that "President Donald Trump's proposed budget for USDA again calls for making a nearly 20% cut to discretionary programs the administration doesn't support." "The top line for the president's budget released (this past)…...