Tag: Farm Bill

Monsanto’s GMO Policy Infecting All Levels of Government

From the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to foreign policy, Congress, state governments, elections and the courts, the feverish politics of genetically modified foods (GMOs) have infected decision making and …

July 2, 2013
Fights Over Food Stamps and Commodity Insurance Stall Farm Bill

Following the Fourth of July holiday, Congress will pick up where they left off and will—for better or for worse—decide the fate of U.S. agriculture for the next five years.

June 28, 2013
House Adds Honey Bee and Pollinator Protections to Farm Bill

“This year has shown the highest honey bee losses since colony collapse began; it is a clear message that we need to do more to protect pollinators. The Hastings amendment is a much needed win for pollinators everywhere and …

June 21, 2013
Industrial Hemp Legislation Passes U.S. House of Representatives

“Our fear of industrial hemp is misplaced—it is not a drug. By allowing colleges and universities to cultivate hemp for research, Congress sends a signal that we are ready to examine hemp in a different and more appropriate context.”

June 20, 2013
Pro-Hemp Legislation Introduced in House Farm Bill

Vote Hemp released an action alert encouraging support for a new bi-partisan amendment in support of industrial hemp to the Farm Bill in the House, being introduced by …

June 20, 2013