Farmers and Ranchers Needed to Defend Agriculture’s Future American agriculture is once again facing a legal battle that could have far-reaching consequences for farmers, ranchers, rural communities, and consumers across
Written by: Emma Hamlin, Policy Intern The recent confirmation of New World screwworm (NWS) in a calf in Zavala County, Texas, serves as an important reminder of the critical role producers
Solar development continues to expand across rural Texas. Vesper Energy announced the closing of $236 million in financing for the 201-MW Nazareth Solar Project in Swisher County. The project is
Farmer and Rancher Freedom Framework: What It Means for America’s Farm and Ranch Families In February 2026, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced the USDA’s new Farmer and Rancher
Written by: Emma Hamlin, Policy Intern In agriculture, resilience is more than a word. It’s a way of life. Farmers, ranchers, and agricultural families understand that challenges rarely come one at
Written by: Emma Hamlin, Policy Intern The largest federal anti-hunger program in the U.S., SNAP, has been a target of reform for some time. Today, USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins revealed that 14,000
Written By: Emma Hamlin, Policy Divison Intern On April 2, 2026, President Trump announced new tariff measures on imported and patented pharmaceutical products under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act.
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, plays a critical role in helping millions of Americans put food on the table. But recent data
National Agriculture Day is a time to reflect on the people, practices, and policies that keep our food system strong. It’s a day to celebrate the resilience and dedication of
The EPA has taken a major step forward for American farmers and equipment owners by advancing their lawful Right to Repair for farm and other non-road diesel equipment. The agency’s