Precision agriculture technology helps farmers - but they need help
Some farmers hope this year's federal Farm Bill brings more attention to the benefits of - and barriers to - precision agriculture technology.
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North Carolina 2019 Farm Bill Finally Approved, Omits Controversies
North Carolina legislators have finally completed the General Assembly's annual agriculture policy bill, albeit the one that was first debated in 2019.
Farm Bill Compromise Reached With SNAP Changes Out, Industrial Hemp In
While much of the farm bill draft mirrors current law, there is a major change coming for farmers: Industrial hemp will be legalized. Forestry and food stamps became sticking points.
Fast-Tracking Logging On Federal Lands May Not Lessen Wildfire Risk
The current version of the Farm Bill includes House-backed provisions that would streamline logging projects on federal land. The administration argues logging could mitigate wildfire risk.
Trump Weighs In On SNAP Work Requirements Ahead Of Farm Bill Meeting
The SNAP program, commonly referred to as food stamps, is the biggest sticking point between versions of the Farm Bill. The House, and President Trump, want it to have stricter work requirements.
After Centuries, Hemp Makes A Comeback At George Washington's Home
George Washington grew cannabis. Not the kind you toke, but the kind to make rope. Industrial hemp was returned to Mount Vernon this year to help cultivate a new image for the crop.
Bill Blocking Future Hog Farm Nuisance Suits Finalized
North Carolina legislators have finalized tougher restrictions upon neighbors of hog farms seeking to sue for damages because of the stench and other nuisances coming from industrial-scale livestoc
House Farm Bill Fails As Conservatives Revolt Over Immigration
Disputes over immigration and food stamps doomed the measure. Every Democrat and 30 Republicans voted against the bill.
Farm Bill Could Undo Part Of The Affordable Care Act
A provision now in the House's bill would help agricultural groups set up association health plans. Such plans, favored alternatives of the GOP, aim to reduce health care costs for small groups.
Republican Farm Bill Calls On Many SNAP Recipients To Work Or Go To School
Republicans in Congress have released their version of a new Farm Bill. It imposes new requirements on low-income recipients of food assistance, but continues traditional subsidies for farmers.