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- Sustainable Living & Local Sourcing
- February 21, 2026
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House Republicans Unveil a Revamped Farm Bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. – February 13, 2026 – Republicans on the House Agriculture Committee today released a draft farm bill package, "The Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026," sparking…
- Sustainable Living & Local Sourcing
- February 21, 2026
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USDA Takes Helm of Foreign Food Aid, Signaling Major Shift in U.S. Global Humanitarian Strategy
February 4, 2026 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced Tuesday its official assumption of operations for the foreign food aid program Food for Peace, signaling a significant restructuring…
- Sustainable Living & Local Sourcing
- February 21, 2026
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EPA Clarifies "Right to Repair" for Farmers, Challenging Manufacturers’ Use of Environmental Laws
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued new guidance this week, on February 5, 2025, explicitly stating that equipment manufacturers cannot leverage the Clean Air Act to prevent farmers from performing…
- Sustainable Living & Local Sourcing
- February 20, 2026
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Marine Aquaculture Research for America (MARA) Act Advances, Poised to Reshape U.S. Seafood Production and Reduce Import Dependency.
The United States is on the cusp of a significant shift in its approach to seafood production, with a new bipartisan legislative effort, the Marine Aquaculture Research for America (MARA)…
- Sustainable Living & Local Sourcing
- February 20, 2026
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Embracing Perennial Agriculture: A Vision for Climate Resilience and Food System Transformation
In an era increasingly defined by climate volatility and environmental challenges, a compelling new anthology, Living Roots, edited by agroecologist Liz Carlisle and Aubrey Streit Krug, presents an alternate vision…
- Sustainable Living & Local Sourcing
- February 20, 2026
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USDA Proposes Accelerated Line Speeds in Poultry and Pork Processing, Igniting Fierce Debate Over Safety and Efficiency
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced a suite of proposed rules on Tuesday, February 18, 2026, that would significantly increase line speeds at poultry and pork production facilities nationwide,…
- Sustainable Living & Local Sourcing
- February 19, 2026
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Presidential Executive Order Mandates Domestic Boost in Glyphosate and Elemental Phosphorus Production, Citing National Security
Washington D.C. – In a move poised to reshape the landscape of agricultural chemical production and intensify ongoing debates over public health and environmental policy, President Donald Trump late Wednesday,…
- Sustainable Living & Local Sourcing
- February 19, 2026
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The Enduring Fight for Justice: Systemic Challenges and Resilient Solutions for Black Farmers in America
Civil Eats has, since its inception in 2009, meticulously documented the profound and persistent challenges faced by Black farmers across the United States. This sustained focus reflects a commitment to…
- Sustainable Living & Local Sourcing
- February 18, 2026
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FDA Finalizes Controversial Livestock Antibiotic Guidance, Drawing Strong Criticism from Public Health Advocates Amid Rising Resistance Concerns
Washington D.C., February 18, 2026 – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has ignited a fresh wave of controversy with the publication of its final guidance document on Friday,…
- Sustainable Living & Local Sourcing
- February 18, 2026
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States Grapple with Confusion and Economic Fallout as Sweeping SNAP Food Restrictions Take Effect
Five states have already implemented bans on soda and candy through federal food assistance programs, with over a dozen more set to take effect this year, plunging beneficiaries and retailers…
