NASDA

JANUARY 30, 2024

Or it could lead to less use of inputs and, without the use of pesticides, farmers can lose up to 80% of their crops annually due to pests and disease. manufacturing and research and development. agriculture chemical industry would also become less competitive as these savings are no longer being invested into strengthening U.S.

Supply Chain 130

Supply Chain Manufacturing Fertilizer Production 130

NASDA

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Specifically, we wish to raise concerns with Amendment #1097 as submitted by Sen. Mike Lee of Utah. The proposed amendment attempts to attach the so-called Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act (or “OFF Act”), to the spending bill.

Farming 130

Farming Farming Rural Development Aquaculture 130

NASDA

MAY 7, 2024

million to provide ongoing technical expertise for various user groups throughout the pesticide regulatory process. This increase will allow OPMP to keep pace with increasing regulatory pressures that require increased coordination with state departments of agriculture, pesticide end-users, and other federal agencies.

Agriculture 130

Agriculture Agriculture Food Ruralism 130

Civil Eats

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Estrella “Esther” Penunia, the secretary general of the Asian Farmers’ Association for Sustainable Rural Development, called consolidation a “big problem” and talked about transforming the food system to “shift the power to the people.” Read more: Paraquat, the Deadliest Chemical in U.S.

Food 99

Food Pesticide Agroecology Agriculture 99

ATTRA

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Weve experienced nothing like this before, said New River Conservancy Executive Director Andrew Downs.This is due to fuel, pesticides, and sewage that has polluted the streams. It is my personal perspective that this is going to be the most severe environmental disaster in the recorded history of this area. ATTRA.NCAT.ORG.

Farming 89

Farming Farming Acre Rural Development 89

NASDA

JANUARY 25, 2024

Dear Secretary Vilsack and Director Young: As the Administration develops its budget proposal for FY 2025, we respectfully urge you to once again protect crop insurance from harmful cuts.

Crop 130

Crop Ruralism Forestry Agriculture 130

Daily Yonder

JULY 31, 2023

When it comes from the ground, it’s often contaminated with nitrates, arsenic, and pesticides; these contaminants are linked to cancer, lung, and heart disease, among other ailments. She said that weak water infrastructure often forces residents to build their own private wells or purchase bottled water.

Ruralism 77

Ruralism Rural Development Agriculture Agriculture 77

Agwired

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Wade will be the staff lead for NASDA’s Plant Agriculture and Pesticide Regulations and Rural Development and Financial Security Committees. As Director, Wade will advance the organization’s public policy advocacy with his nearly 10 years of experience in agricultural policy and government affairs.

Agriculture 45

Agriculture Agriculture Rural Development Ruralism 45

Sustainable Food Trust

MARCH 27, 2024

This has meant fewer people on the land, more centralisation of production, and greater reliance on ‘quick fix’ methods like chemical pesticides and fertilisers. It’s far from perfect, but 10% of that is nominally set aside to dedicate to rural development and sustainable agriculture.

Production 52

Production Ruralism Harvest Harvester 52

NASDA

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Letter Dear Chairman Heinrich, Chairman Harris, Ranking Member Hoeven, and Ranking Member Bishop: The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) commends the subcommittee for its work in support of farmers, ranchers, and rural communities.

Food 130

Food Ruralism Agriculture Agriculture 130

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

OCTOBER 5, 2023

This would further enable farmers to drastically cut pesticide use and increase habitat availability for a wide range of species. Small and regionally-based private seed companies acted mainly as breeders of regional seed and distributors of publicly developed seed varieties.

Seeding 115

Seeding Agriculture Agriculture Food 115

National Young Farmers Coalition

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The environmental impact of precision agriculture is not yet understood, but it can potentially increase energy use and the use of pesticides and chemical fertilizers. TITLE VI: Rural Development Green Flags: Invests in quality of life in rural communities. Click the headers below to jump to subsequent sections.

Farmland 40

Farmland Ruralism Agriculture Agriculture 40

National Young Farmers Coalition

JUNE 26, 2024

The environmental impact of precision agriculture is not yet understood, but it can potentially increase energy use and the use of pesticides and chemical fertilizers. 4306) TITLE VI: Rural Development GREEN FLAG Reaffirms commitment to vital rural development initiatives.

Food 40

Food Farming Farming Farmland 40

Civil Eats

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

And while many states have acted to restrict farms’ ability to spray pesticides near those schools, Congressional lawmakers are considering multiple proposals that could block them from doing so in the future. The bill had strong support among groups that represent the agriculture, landscaping, and pesticide industries.

Pesticide 120

Pesticide Farming Farming Food 120