Policy & Regulations

EPA proposes rule to protect farmworkers and pesticide handlers from exposures

The Worker Protection Standard regulations offer protections to over two million agricultural workers and pesticide handlers who work at over 600,000 agricultural establishments. more »
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USDA adds ochratoxin A testing for pistachios exported to European Union

The testing of OTA, a mycotoxin, was added to the existing Laboratory Approval Program for Analysis of Aflatoxins, and the program was rebranded to the Laboratory Approval Program for Analysis of Mycotoxins. more »

India proposes 70% tariff reduction on U.S. pecan imports

Reducing the import tariff on pecans in India has been a long-time trade priority for the National Pecan Federation. more »

Rule banning older trucks is a challenge for agriculture in California

The rule applies to diesel vehicles that weigh at least 14,000 pounds. It's estimated that at the close of 2022, around 70,000 big rigs, or roughly 10% of the state’s commercial trucks, were not in compliance. more »

2023 Omnibus Appropriations Bill includes pecan research projects

U.S. Congress passed the 2023 Omnibus Appropriations Bill, which included provisions for NPF-supported research, NASS reports and disaster assistance. more »
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USDA invests over $200 million to expand ag exports through market development programs

Funding has been awarded to more than 60 U.S. agricultural organizations, including those for almond, walnut, pistachio and pecan. more »

California Farm Bureau president calls for restoring farm bounty

Jamie Johansson, California Farm Bureau president, insists California’s agricultural producers can do more than just survive — if only state policymakers reject their prevailing mindset and embrace one that is geared toward abundance. more »

Update to the pecan federal register and voluntary standards

USDA is requesting all written public comments to be received by Jan. 17 regarding a "pecans received" handler form. more »

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