Agri-Pulse DriveTime

A House Agriculture Committee Republican and Democrat list priorities for this Congress and extreme cold threatens livestock and winter wheat fields. More in today’s DriveTime.

In today's DriveTime, we take a look at the upcoming process on a $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief measure as well as the end of a long-running investigation on imports of something on the plates of consumers across the country. 

The House Agriculture Committee held its first hearing of the 117th Congress with fresh priorities and coronavirus relief top of mind. Learn more in today's DriveTime. 

The Senate Ag Committee chair lays out top ag and nutrition priorities in the coronavirus stimulus and the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee advances EPA nominee Michael Regan. More in today’s DriveTime.

USDA is out with its latest farm income forecast, and the figures have some good news and bad news for producers. That and a look at the top priorities of a new Ag Committee member in today's DriveTime. 

A handful of lawmakers have a new level of influence in farm policy. More on that and a look at the confirmation process for EPA Administrator nominee Michael Regan in today's 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.