Agri-Pulse DriveTime

Michael Regan discussed his plans as the potential leader of the Environmental Protection Agency and a long-running legal dispute got another degree of resolution. Hear more in today's DriveTime. 

Secretary of Agriculture nominee Tom Vilsack advances through the Senate Ag Committee and farmer sentiment toward the ag economy drops. More into today’s DriveTime with Ben Nuelle.

In today's DriveTime, a House subcommittee launches an investigation into meatpacking employee treatment during the COVID-19 pandemic while the dairy industry looks for implementation of key programs. 

Big buying by China was punctuated by a huge corn purchase to close the week. More on that plus a look at new COVID-19 workforce protection standards in today's DriveTime. 

Incoming Senate Ag Committee Chair Debbie Stabenow laid out her priorities today with climate policy front and center. More on that and a look at an important livestock sector in today's DriveTime. 

President Joe Biden outlines the administration's climate policies in a new executive order and USDA announces plans to halt some debt servicing actions in its FSA loan programs. Hear more in today's DriveTime. 

Senate gets ready to move forward on more Biden cabinet nominations, a farm-state Republican wants Tom Vilsack confirmed swiftly, and biofuel groups share prospects of moving energy policy through Congress. That in more in today’s DriveTime.

A Biden administration official offers insight on when it might offer a clearer picture on its approach to China and an ag finance expert talks COVID-19 economic recovery. Hear more in today's DriveTime. 

A new executive order will have a direct impact on federal nutrition assistance. An update on that and a look at the challenges facing electric vehicle expansion in today's DriveTime. 

The final full day of the Trump administration brings a new twist to the regulation of genetically-engineered animals. More on that and a look at how a biodiesel industry leader sees the push for more electric vehicles in today's DriveTime.

The Trump administration is closing out its time in office with an uptick in regulatory activity. A look at what various agencies have released and reaction to President-elect Joe Biden's COVID relief package in today's DriveTime. 

In today’s DriveTime, the Environmental Protection Agency proposes extending Renewable Fuel Standard compliance deadlines and equipment manufacturers are confident in seeing an infrastructure package take shape under a Biden administration.

The impeachment of President Donald Trump leaves questions about the early days of the incoming Biden administration. More on that and a look at anticipated post-pandemic consumer behavior in today's DriveTime. 

The farm policy "convention season" is underway with remarks from key ag leaders at the American Farm Bureau Federation annual convention. Hear from the convention and from lawmakers outlining their policy issues for the upcoming Congress in today's DriveTime. 

Democratic control of the Senate is certain to lead to climate legislation being on the agenda, so what does that mean for agriculture? More on that and an update on where things stand for Biden Cabinet nominees in today's DriveTime. 

Democratic victories in Georgia are providing a clearer picture of the upcoming Senate. More on that and an update on the pork industry's expectations for the year ahead in today's DriveTime.

USDA announces program to help producers hit by natural disasters and producer sentiment toward the ag economy rises slightly. More in today’s DriveTime.

The first DriveTime of 2021 takes an early look at the 117th Congress and what might be on the agenda. Also, a departing USDA official offers thoughts on an area where Capitol Hill could help the department.

The latest on coronavirus relief talks, farm groups react to Biden EPA Administrator nomination, and the propane supply is steady heading into winter. More in today’s DriveTime.

Today's DriveTime has updates on the omnibus and coronavirus relief state of play, a look at some key Biden transition action, an update on a long-running legal saga, and a look at consumer behavior during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Capitol Hill negotiators continue their work on a government funding and COVID-19 stimulus package. More on that and an update on the U.S.-Brazil ethanol situation in today's DriveTime. 

Ag leaders release report on trade opportunities in the new year and we have an update on COVID relief talks happening in Cogress. That and more in today's DriveTime.

Congress is back in town with a Friday deadline to figure out its path forward on government funding and coronavirus relief. More on that and an update on the Trump administration's regulatory plans in today's DriveTime. 

Today's DriveTime features President-elect Joe Biden and his ag secretary pick Tom Vilsack as well as updates on equipment sales and the current status of government funding and coronavirus relief debates.