Yesterday, NASDA Public Policy Director Patrick Wade addressed the Association of American Pesticide Control Officials during its 79th Annual Spring Meeting and Conference. He outlined NASDA’s pesticide policy asks and key regulatory considerations related to pesticide

This week, NASDA supports the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service during its fifth African Swine Fever Action Week, highlighting the importance of preparedness and rapid response to protect the nation’s swine industry. Through the Protect Our Pigs campaign, USDA is

At Esther Manor Farm, agriculture is rooted in heritage, education and community wellness. Patience Fielding, the farm’s founder, shares how she blends African growing methods with formal education and community partnerships to advance food security and cultural preservation.

Catch up on the latest NASDA News from February! This month's NASDA News spotlights the organization’s 2026 policy priorities: agricultural labor reform, animal disease preparedness and traceability, the farm bill, pesticide regulations and regional food procurement and

NASDA is proud to partner with the @US_FDA, @afdonews and state produce programs to establish the Produce Regulatory Program Standards. These standards provide a uniform foundation across government produce regulators and are critical to advancing an integrated food safety system

At NASDA’s Winter Policy Conference, members amended the organization’s policy to expound on the type and availability of crop insurance NASDA will advocate for, particularly in regard to specialty crop growers. The updated policy emphasizes the need for federal risk management

One of the pillars of International Year of the Woman Farmer is access to education. For Andrea Parent-Tibbetts, owner and operator of Clover Brooke Farm in New York, informal and community-based education has been key to helping grow her farm. Read her story:

NASDA applauds @USDA and Secretary @BrookeLRollins for announcing USDA's intent to purchase up to $263 million in dairy and agricultural products from American farmers and producers to distribute to food banks and nutrition assistance programs across the country. Section 32 of

USMCA keeps American agricultural exports moving. As the agreement enters its review period, President Trump can secure a major win for the nation by renewing USMCA with targeted improvements. https://t.co/djFfJCb36m

NASDA applauds @HouseAgGOP's release of the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 and continues to advocate for a bipartisan farm bill that secures a commitment to U.S. agriculture and to vital food and nutrition assistance programs for those who need them most. Read

At the 2026 Winter Policy Conference, NASDA members amended the organization’s policy to encourage federal agencies to invest in nationwide nutrition education programs that help people make healthier choices while supporting U.S. agriculture. Learn more:

During last week's Winter Policy Conference, NASDA members honored International Year of the Woman Farmer through several engagements. This included a plenary session panel, "International Year of the Woman Farmer: What it is and why it matters." Moderated by NASDA President,

NASDA’s members-led Board of Directors chose five issues to serve as the organization’s primary policy focus for 2026. They include agricultural labor reform, animal disease preparedness and traceability, the farm bill, pesticide regulations, and regional food procurement and

ICYMI: NASDA members adopted nine policy amendments and two action items at the 2026 NASDA Winter Policy Conference. Read them all at our website, and follow along as we continue sharing more event coverage: https://t.co/jJZdG45bDh

NASDA appreciates Administrator Zeldin and EPA’s decision to register three over-the-top dicamba products following a robust science- and risk-based approval process. This decision puts an important weed management tool back in the hands of farmers across the country. As

As we celebrate the International Year of the Woman Farmer, we’re highlighting the voices that help shape agriculture. Brittany Conover, owner of Shaggy Coos Farm & Creamery, reflects on her path into agriculture, the power of women supporting women in agriculture, and what it

NASDA members are now meeting with @SenateAgGOP, discussing the top challenges and opportunities in agriculture as well as NASDA’s policy priorities.

NASDA members joined @SenateAgDems this afternoon, continuing sharing NASDA’s policy priorities and discussing current policies and programs.

NASDA members are now meeting with @HouseAgDems, discussing NASDA’s 2026 policy priorities and getting insights on current agricultural topics.

NASDA members are on the hill today. First stop: meeting with @HouseAgGOP committee staff, discussing NASDA’s policy priorities and other agricultural topics.