Articles tagged under: kevin cramer
USDA Undersecretary Northey Learns About Yield and Quality Losses
Published November 9, 2019
During his visit to the Red River Valley, USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Bill Northey heard from farmers dealing with an unprecedented harvest season. Northey said crop insurance is especially challenged in a year like this when quality…Cramer Discusses Trade Issues with President Trump
Published November 8, 2019
President Donald Trump and North Dakota Senator Kevin Cramer discussed the U.S. and China trade talks via phone on Thursday night. "President Trump never overplays his hand with China; neither does China." Cramer sees cautious optimism for a trade deal.…A Unique Role in RFS Debate
Published October 8, 2019
Regarding the Renewable Fuel Standard, Senator Kevin Cramer said North Dakota is in a unique position. "There's no state in the country that better exemplifies the importance of balance on this issue with corn being our number one crop and…Landowners Voice Private Property Right Concerns to Interior Secretary
Published October 4, 2019
Landowners voiced their concerns about private property rights to Interior Secretary David Bernhardt during a stop at Hope, North Dakota. "North Dakota farmers and their ancestors have always been great stewards of the land. That's part of the reason why…Optimism Expressed for Ratifying the USMCA
Published September 18, 2019
At the Heritage Foundation on Tuesday, Vice President Mike Pence called on Congress to ratify the U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement. "By demonstrating our ability to unify our economy with our neighbors to the north and south, we'll only strengthen the…MFP Funding Tied to Stopgap Spending Measure
Published September 16, 2019
Congress must pass a continuing resolution by October 1 to keep the government running. USDA’s Market Facilitation Program is part of that discussion. House Appropriations Committee Chair Nita Lowey may reject the Trump Administration’s request for $30 billion in Commodity…Cramer Asks for Progress in U.S. and Japan Trade Talks
Published August 7, 2019
After meeting with Japan’s Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, North Dakota Senator Kevin Cramer is asking U.S. and Japanese trade negotiators to advance mutually beneficial trade agreements. Cramer says with farmers sacrificing disproportionately more in the Chinese trade dispute,…HOS Regs Up For Public Comment
Published July 23, 2019
The Transportation Department is seeking public comment on the hours-of-service regulations for agriculture. Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao said the agriculture industry is vital to our nation and additional flexibility is being considered for farmers and commercial drivers. North Dakota Senator…Cramer Remains Optimistic about USMCA Ratification
Published July 19, 2019
North Dakota Senator Kevin Cramer is optimistic about the U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement being ratified this year. "I think House lawmakers do feel a sense of urgency to get things done. A number of farm-state Democrats are starting to flex…