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.

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ATTRA

AUGUST 6, 2024

Related ATTRA Resources: Scaling Up Your Vegetable Farm for Regional Markets Evaluating a Farming Enterprise This blog is produced by the National Center for Appropriate Technology through the ATTRA Sustainable Agriculture program, under a cooperative agreement with USDA Rural Development. ATTRA.NCAT.ORG.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

MARCH 14, 2025

These cuts have meant the immediate end of research with long-term implications for agriculture, like research done by Cornell PhD student Alex Lando who studies the potential for Entomophthoralean fungi which could provide a safer alternative to chemical pesticides.

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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.

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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.

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Food Tank

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Asian Farmers Association for Sustainable Rural Development (AFA) , Asia AFA empowers small-scale farmers, fishers, Indigenous peoples, and rural communities across Asia through advocacy, capacity building, and knowledge sharing. agricultural policy. United Nations Foundation , International The U.N.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Trimble Agriculture

JANUARY 29, 2025

Ag Research and Rural Development Saying it was the initiative she is most excited to tackle, Rollins has also pledged to roll back regulations that limit innovation in ag research and will prioritize the restoration of rural communities. Limiting Power Zeldin believes in limiting the EPAs regulatory power.

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