Agriculture

Congress

Sen. Britt joins effort to continue safe exports of agricultural products

The bipartisan Safe American Food Exports Act codifies USDA authority to negotiate regionalization agreements ensuring continued livestock and poultry exports during animal disease outbreaks.

April 30, 2025

Rep. Strong introduces legislation to study Winter Canola

This legislation would direct the USDA to study the gap in crop insurance coverage for double-crop grown winter oilseeds like canola.

April 14, 2025

Sens. Tuberville, Britt cosponsor tax deduction for timber lost in natural disasters

The bill would establish tax deductions for foresters who lose timber as a result of natural disasters.

April 1, 2025

AECC finalizes land deal for Alabama Farm Center at Hallmark Farm

The Alabama Farm Center is expected to host livestock shows, equestrian competitions, rodeos, and more.

March 24, 2025

USDA announces ECAP funds for row crop farmers

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is issuing up to $10 billion directly to agricultural producers.

March 19, 2025

Sen. Britt reintroduces Farm and Food Cybersecurity Act

"Food security is national security and recognizing that requires our farmland be protected from foreign adversaries," Britt said.

March 13, 2025

Christina Woerner McInnis announces bid for Alabama ag commissioner

Christina Woerner McInnis, a fifth-generation farmer, has officially announced her candidacy for Alabama commissioner of agriculture and industries

March 5, 2025

Farmers in Alabama and across the U.S. hurt by USDA funding freeze

This freeze on USDA grant monies has left many American farmers footing the bill for expenses they were told would be reimbursed.

February 24, 2025

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Sens. Tuberville, Fetterman reintroduce bill on foreign investment in American agriculture

Alabama's other U.S. senator, Katie Britt, is also a co-sponsor of the FARM Act.

January 23, 2025

The 68th annual SLE PRCA Rodeo returns to Montgomery

This year’s rodeo promises more excitement, entertainment, and opportunities to support youth in agriculture.

January 20, 2025