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Sept. 10, 2019
Tweet - "If we want to compete with China, we must start investing more in cutting-edge agricultural research. My America Grows Act would increase federal research funding so that @USDA has the resources it needs to make more breakthroughs and foster innovation."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 10, 2019
Gov. Ricketts: Let's Stand Up for Nebraska's Family Farmers
Sen. Pete Ricketts
Sept. 10, 2019
Reps. Trone, Wild, Fitzpatrick, Dingell, Bacon Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Help Children Affected by the Opioid Epidemic Access Free School Meals
Rep. Debbie Dingell, ...
Sept. 10, 2019
Tweet - "10 reasons why Iowans, and all Americans, need the #USMCAnow-- cc: @SpeakerPelosi"
Sen. Joni Ernst
Sept. 10, 2019
Tweet - "For all those in Illinois -- @GarrettPopcorn is celebrating its 70th anniversary by offering 70-cent bags of popcorn all week. Make sure to stop in, get yourself a treat, and celebrate 70 years of the best popcorn in the United States!"
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 10, 2019
United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement
Sen. Chuck Grassley
Sept. 9, 2019
USDA Resources for Farmers Impacted by Hurricane Michael
Rep. James Scott
Sept. 9, 2019
Responding to Congresswoman Pingree's Request, GAO Releases Food Date Labeling Report
Rep. Chellie Pingree
Sept. 9, 2019
Tweet - "Illinois soybean farmers are paying for President Trump's tariffs on China. The damage will take years to undo."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 9, 2019
USDA Announces Disaster Aid for Farmers
Sen. Roger Marshall
Sept. 6, 2019
Tweet - "Rumors floating around town abt some ethanol announcement to counteract the disaster of EPA 31 small refinery waivers If rumors true this wld be yet another disaster for ethanol and corn growers and wld be bad politically for Republicans / Big oil strikes again"
Sen. Chuck Grassley
Sept. 6, 2019
Tweet - "Know this @EPA and @USDA: the only good deal for Iowa farmers is one that upholds the intent of the RFS."
Sen. Joni Ernst
Sept. 6, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue Secretary to the U.S. Department of Agriculture - Washington state delegation blasts Trump administration rule that would strip food assistance benefits from more than 175,000 Washingtonians
Rep. Rick Larsen, ...
Sept. 5, 2019
Rosen, Cortez Masto Applaud USDA Grant Awarded to Native American Water Association
Sen. Jacky Rosen
Sept. 5, 2019
Nebraska to Receive Two Water Efficiency Grants
Sen. Deb Fischer
Sept. 5, 2019
Tweet - "Nebraska is a great neighbor! Thanks to my friend & colleague @SenatorFischer for participating in my field hearing. She has been a champion for broadband and all of the advancements it can bring to the ag community."
Sen. John Thune
Sept. 4, 2019
Westerman Joins Perdue, Hutchinson, for Shared Stewardship Agreement Signing
Rep. Bruce Westerman
Sept. 3, 2019
Chairman Barrasso Responds to Reports of New Biofuel Mandates
Sen. John Barrasso
Sept. 3, 2019
Congressman Joe Morelle, Foodlink, and Community Partners Call on the President to Rescind Proposed Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Change
Rep. Joe Morelle
Aug. 30, 2019
Growing Trade with Vietnam and Japan
Sen. Pete Ricketts
Aug. 30, 2019
Young Applauds USDA Disaster Designation for Indiana Counties
Sen. Todd Young
Aug. 29, 2019
Governor Northam Announces Virginia Farmland Preservation Fund Surpasses 100 Conservation Easements
Sen. Tim Kaine, ...
Aug. 29, 2019
Schumer reveals: under-the-radar Fed decision against bees could sting north country, local Ag, food supply & local economy if not reversed; as honey bee population spirals, Schumer pushes Feds to step-up data collection of insect to help combat trend & keep local populations, biz & jobs buzzing
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 29, 2019
Fischer Statement on USDA Investigation into Market Manipulation Following Tyson Holcomb Plant Fire
Sen. Deb Fischer
Aug. 29, 2019
Tweet - "It's important our producers are treated fairly. Glad to hear that @SecretarySonny has directed the @USDA to look into recent beef pricing margins to ensure everyone in the market is playing by the rules."
Sen. John Thune
Aug. 29, 2019
Looking Ahead at Trade
Rep. Adrian Smith
Aug. 29, 2019
Tweet - "Pres. Trump broke his E15 promise to farmers. By issuing numerous secret waivers to big oil companies that allow them to mix less ethanol into their gasoline, the President is driving down the demand for the soybeans & corn that these farmers rely on."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 27, 2019
Klobuchar, Grassley Legislation to Help Family Farms Reorganize After Falling on Hard Times Signed into Law
Sen. Amy Klobuchar, ...
Aug. 27, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture - MD. & VA. senators question decision to reduce payments for employees affected by relocation of USDA research agencies
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 26, 2019
Hoeven: Trade agreement to Open Up Japanese Market to $7 Billion in U.S. Agriculture Products
Sen. John Hoeven
Aug. 26, 2019
Rep. Estes Praises Trade Deal with Japan
Rep. Ron Estes
Aug. 25, 2019
Gov. Ricketts: Japan Trade Agreement "Vital" for Beef State Farmers & Ranchers
Sen. Pete Ricketts
Aug. 24, 2019
Marshall Speaks Out Against Administration Waivers
Sen. Roger Marshall
Aug. 23, 2019
USDA Determines Irrigation Losses From Tunnel Collapse Are Insurable
Sen. Deb Fischer
Aug. 23, 2019
Letter to Sonny Perdue, United States Secretary of Agriculture - Raskin Calls Out USDA Decision to Reduce Buyouts for ERS and NIFA Employees
Rep. Jamie Raskin
Aug. 23, 2019
Tweet - "2day @realDonaldTrump signed into law my bill 2help family farmers who fall on hard times Family Farmer Relief Act helps keep family farms in family hands by recognizing increased "operating expenses over last 30yrs Thx Pres Trump 4continued support 4American ag families"
Sen. Chuck Grassley
Aug. 23, 2019
Tweet - "Thanks to @USDA for answering our call to extend crop insurance to farmers in Wyoming hurt by the Gering-Ft. Laramie-Goshen irrigation tunnel collapse. This much-needed relief is a lifeline to the Goshen Irrigation District community as they work to repair the damage."
Sen. John Barrasso
Aug. 23, 2019
Wyoming delegation applauds Dept. of Agriculture decision to cover massive irrigation losses
Sen. John Barrasso, ...
Aug. 22, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the United States Department of Agriculture - Nebraska and Wyoming Lawmakers Call on Department of Agriculture to Cover Massive Irrigation Losses
Rep. Adrian Smith, ...
Aug. 22, 2019
After Advocacy from Collins and King, Two Maine Projects Receive Funding for Mass Timber Construction
Sen. Susan Collins
Aug. 22, 2019
Congressman Gonzalez Statement on U.S. Department of Commerce on Agreement to Lift Tariffs on Tomatoes
Rep. Vicente Gonzalez
Aug. 22, 2019
Grassley, Northey Meet with Iowa Ag Leaders to Discuss USMCA
Sen. Chuck Grassley
Aug. 21, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture - Nebraska and Wyoming Lawmakers Call on Department of Agriculture to Cover Massive Irrigation Losses
Rep. Adrian Smith, ...
Aug. 21, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Gene Dodaro - Chairman Larson Requests GAO Study on Quality of Medical Reviews in Social Security Disability Eligibility Determinations
Sen. Gary Peters, ...
Aug. 21, 2019
Letter to Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture for the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture - Congressman Cohen Urges USDA to Enforce Horse Protections
Rep. Steve Cohen
Aug. 21, 2019
Hoeven outlines efforts to bolster voluntary, locally-led conservation programs
Sen. John Hoeven
Aug. 21, 2019
Grassley, Vilsack to Discuss Benefits of USMCA for Ag at Des Moines Dairy Plant
Sen. Chuck Grassley
Aug. 20, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture - Booker, Menendez Lead NJ Lawmakers in Opposing USDA Proposal to Restrict SNAP Benefits
Rep. Frank Pallone, ...
Aug. 20, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Heath Tarbert, Chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, and the Hon. Raymond Martinez, Admin. of the U.S. Dept. of Transportation's Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration - Following Tyson Holcomb Plant Fire, Fischer Calls for Commodity Market Oversight and Flexibility for Livestock Haulers
Sen. Deb Fischer
Aug. 20, 2019
Aguilar works "Job for a Day" at Anita's Snack Foods in San Bernardino
Rep. Pete Aguilar
Date
Title
Politician
Sept. 10, 2019
Tweet - "If we want to compete with China, we must start investing more in cutting-edge agricultural research. My America Grows Act would increase federal research funding so that @USDA has the resources it needs to make more breakthroughs and foster innovation."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 10, 2019
Gov. Ricketts: Let's Stand Up for Nebraska's Family Farmers
Sen.Pete Ricketts
Sept. 10, 2019
Reps. Trone, Wild, Fitzpatrick, Dingell, Bacon Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Help Children Affected by the Opioid Epidemic Access Free School Meals
Rep.Debbie Dingell, ...
Sept. 10, 2019
Tweet - "10 reasons why Iowans, and all Americans, need the #USMCAnow-- cc: @SpeakerPelosi"
Sen.Joni Ernst
Sept. 10, 2019
Tweet - "For all those in Illinois -- @GarrettPopcorn is celebrating its 70th anniversary by offering 70-cent bags of popcorn all week. Make sure to stop in, get yourself a treat, and celebrate 70 years of the best popcorn in the United States!"
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 10, 2019
United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement
Sen.Chuck Grassley
Sept. 9, 2019
USDA Resources for Farmers Impacted by Hurricane Michael
Rep.James Scott
Sept. 9, 2019
Responding to Congresswoman Pingree's Request, GAO Releases Food Date Labeling Report
Rep.Chellie Pingree
Sept. 9, 2019
Tweet - "Illinois soybean farmers are paying for President Trump's tariffs on China. The damage will take years to undo."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 9, 2019
USDA Announces Disaster Aid for Farmers
Sen.Roger Marshall
Sept. 6, 2019
Tweet - "Rumors floating around town abt some ethanol announcement to counteract the disaster of EPA 31 small refinery waivers If rumors true this wld be yet another disaster for ethanol and corn growers and wld be bad politically for Republicans / Big oil strikes again"
Sen.Chuck Grassley
Sept. 6, 2019
Tweet - "Know this @EPA and @USDA: the only good deal for Iowa farmers is one that upholds the intent of the RFS."
Sen.Joni Ernst
Sept. 6, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue Secretary to the U.S. Department of Agriculture - Washington state delegation blasts Trump administration rule that would strip food assistance benefits from more than 175,000 Washingtonians
Rep.Rick Larsen, ...
Sept. 5, 2019
Rosen, Cortez Masto Applaud USDA Grant Awarded to Native American Water Association
Sen.Jacky Rosen
Sept. 5, 2019
Nebraska to Receive Two Water Efficiency Grants
Sen.Deb Fischer
Sept. 5, 2019
Tweet - "Nebraska is a great neighbor! Thanks to my friend & colleague @SenatorFischer for participating in my field hearing. She has been a champion for broadband and all of the advancements it can bring to the ag community."
Sen.John Thune
Sept. 4, 2019
Westerman Joins Perdue, Hutchinson, for Shared Stewardship Agreement Signing
Rep.Bruce Westerman
Sept. 3, 2019
Chairman Barrasso Responds to Reports of New Biofuel Mandates
Sen.John Barrasso
Sept. 3, 2019
Congressman Joe Morelle, Foodlink, and Community Partners Call on the President to Rescind Proposed Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Change
Rep.Joe Morelle
Aug. 30, 2019
Growing Trade with Vietnam and Japan
Sen.Pete Ricketts
Aug. 30, 2019
Young Applauds USDA Disaster Designation for Indiana Counties
Sen.Todd Young
Aug. 29, 2019
Governor Northam Announces Virginia Farmland Preservation Fund Surpasses 100 Conservation Easements
Sen.Tim Kaine, ...
Aug. 29, 2019
Schumer reveals: under-the-radar Fed decision against bees could sting north country, local Ag, food supply & local economy if not reversed; as honey bee population spirals, Schumer pushes Feds to step-up data collection of insect to help combat trend & keep local populations, biz & jobs buzzing
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 29, 2019
Fischer Statement on USDA Investigation into Market Manipulation Following Tyson Holcomb Plant Fire
Sen.Deb Fischer
Aug. 29, 2019
Tweet - "It's important our producers are treated fairly. Glad to hear that @SecretarySonny has directed the @USDA to look into recent beef pricing margins to ensure everyone in the market is playing by the rules."
Sen.John Thune
Aug. 29, 2019
Looking Ahead at Trade
Rep.Adrian Smith
Aug. 29, 2019
Tweet - "Pres. Trump broke his E15 promise to farmers. By issuing numerous secret waivers to big oil companies that allow them to mix less ethanol into their gasoline, the President is driving down the demand for the soybeans & corn that these farmers rely on."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 27, 2019
Klobuchar, Grassley Legislation to Help Family Farms Reorganize After Falling on Hard Times Signed into Law
Sen.Amy Klobuchar, ...
Aug. 27, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture - MD. & VA. senators question decision to reduce payments for employees affected by relocation of USDA research agencies
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 26, 2019
Hoeven: Trade agreement to Open Up Japanese Market to $7 Billion in U.S. Agriculture Products
Sen.John Hoeven
Aug. 26, 2019
Rep. Estes Praises Trade Deal with Japan
Rep.Ron Estes
Aug. 25, 2019
Gov. Ricketts: Japan Trade Agreement "Vital" for Beef State Farmers & Ranchers
Sen.Pete Ricketts
Aug. 24, 2019
Marshall Speaks Out Against Administration Waivers
Sen.Roger Marshall
Aug. 23, 2019
USDA Determines Irrigation Losses From Tunnel Collapse Are Insurable
Sen.Deb Fischer
Aug. 23, 2019
Letter to Sonny Perdue, United States Secretary of Agriculture - Raskin Calls Out USDA Decision to Reduce Buyouts for ERS and NIFA Employees
Rep.Jamie Raskin
Aug. 23, 2019
Tweet - "2day @realDonaldTrump signed into law my bill 2help family farmers who fall on hard times Family Farmer Relief Act helps keep family farms in family hands by recognizing increased "operating expenses over last 30yrs Thx Pres Trump 4continued support 4American ag families"
Sen.Chuck Grassley
Aug. 23, 2019
Tweet - "Thanks to @USDA for answering our call to extend crop insurance to farmers in Wyoming hurt by the Gering-Ft. Laramie-Goshen irrigation tunnel collapse. This much-needed relief is a lifeline to the Goshen Irrigation District community as they work to repair the damage."
Sen.John Barrasso
Aug. 23, 2019
Wyoming delegation applauds Dept. of Agriculture decision to cover massive irrigation losses
Sen.John Barrasso, ...
Aug. 22, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the United States Department of Agriculture - Nebraska and Wyoming Lawmakers Call on Department of Agriculture to Cover Massive Irrigation Losses
Rep.Adrian Smith, ...
Aug. 22, 2019
After Advocacy from Collins and King, Two Maine Projects Receive Funding for Mass Timber Construction
Sen.Susan Collins
Aug. 22, 2019
Congressman Gonzalez Statement on U.S. Department of Commerce on Agreement to Lift Tariffs on Tomatoes
Rep.Vicente Gonzalez
Aug. 22, 2019
Grassley, Northey Meet with Iowa Ag Leaders to Discuss USMCA
Sen.Chuck Grassley
Aug. 21, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture - Nebraska and Wyoming Lawmakers Call on Department of Agriculture to Cover Massive Irrigation Losses
Rep.Adrian Smith, ...
Aug. 21, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Gene Dodaro - Chairman Larson Requests GAO Study on Quality of Medical Reviews in Social Security Disability Eligibility Determinations
Sen.Gary Peters, ...
Aug. 21, 2019
Letter to Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture for the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture - Congressman Cohen Urges USDA to Enforce Horse Protections
Rep.Steve Cohen
Aug. 21, 2019
Hoeven outlines efforts to bolster voluntary, locally-led conservation programs
Sen.John Hoeven
Aug. 21, 2019
Grassley, Vilsack to Discuss Benefits of USMCA for Ag at Des Moines Dairy Plant
Sen.Chuck Grassley
Aug. 20, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture - Booker, Menendez Lead NJ Lawmakers in Opposing USDA Proposal to Restrict SNAP Benefits
Rep.Frank Pallone, ...
Aug. 20, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Heath Tarbert, Chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, and the Hon. Raymond Martinez, Admin. of the U.S. Dept. of Transportation's Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration - Following Tyson Holcomb Plant Fire, Fischer Calls for Commodity Market Oversight and Flexibility for Livestock Haulers
Sen.Deb Fischer
Aug. 20, 2019
Aguilar works "Job for a Day" at Anita's Snack Foods in San Bernardino
Rep.Pete Aguilar
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