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The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture sets its federal policy focus for 2024

NASDA

They include the 2024 Farm Bill , food safety , labor reform , pesticide regulation and PFAS. EPA has stated that the agency faces several challenges in developing timely and effective strategies that protect listed endangered species in a way that is both practical for pesticide users to implement and timely to protect species.

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From Commodification to Conservation: Restoring Agrobiodiversity through Seed Breeding – Part I: 

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

One of the core functions of the USDA, upon its foundation in 1862, was the collection and public distribution of germplasm , or seeds. By the end of the 19th century, a third of USDA’s budget was devoted to germplasm collection and distribution. The shift toward commercialization of seed began in earnest.

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125 Food and Agriculture Organizations to Watch in 2025

Food Tank

It connects expertise across disciplines to enhance food security, improve distribution, and position Canada as a leader in agricultural innovation. By combining interdisciplinary research, policy innovation, and collaboration, GFI aims to reimagine how food is grown, distributed, and consumed for a healthier planet and better lives.

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What’s Ahead for Agricultural Policy Under a Trump Administration? 

Trimble Agriculture

If confirmed, here are some of the initial priorities Rollins has outlined for her first 100 days: Disaster Relief Assistance Rollins pledged to take a bipartisan approach to streamlining federal aid for farmers and ranchers impacted by natural disasters and ensuring funds are distributed equitably to blue and red states.