Agri-Pulse Daily Voice

Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue took his first trip to the House Agriculture Committee Wednesday, fielding questions from members of Congress for more than two hours.

A group of Mexican industry officials are traveling through Nebraska this week seeking to remind U.S. partners of a mutually beneficial trade relationship.

There will almost certainly be a push for increased conservation acres in the next farm bill, but it may come with program reforms as well.

Livestock groups have a big request for the upcoming farm bill, and they’re optimistic they’ll be able to get the necessary support.

The Senate confirmed Robert Lighthizer for the office of U.S. Trade Representative Thursday, giving him a strong show of support with an 82-14 vote.

A Wisconsin Democrat thinks means testing should be part of federal crop insurance, but the chair of the House Ag Committee doesn’t agree.

One of the most vocal advocates for expanded trade with Cuba isn’t backing down.

Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue says he expects a quick turnaround on renegotiation of the North American Free Trade Agreement.

Ten Georgia congressmen sent a letter recently to Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue asking him to rescind rules that would impact the state’s poultry industry.

The top staffer for agriculture in the White House says President Trump is aware of the industry’s concerns and has good reason to lend a hand.