January 31, 2025: Top Ag Policy News and a Poultry Sustainability Report Insights

In today’s episode, catch up with the latest agricultural policy news, including what the American Farm Bureau Federation—the nation’s largest general farm organization—will be advocating for this year. Additionally, we feature an interview discussing the first-ever sustainability framework released by a poultry organization and what lessons other agricultural sectors can take from it. This week’s top ag news includes updates on confirmation hearings for President Trump’s cabinet, along with reactions from agricultural groups. We also cover the recent scrutiny of the Panama Canal, the first outbreak of the H5N1 strain in poultry and the key issues the Farm Bureau will support or oppose in its lobbying efforts. Today’s interview we are hearing from the U.S. Roundtable for Sustainable Poultry & Eggs (US-RSPE) Executive Director Ryan Bennett at the recent International Production and Processing Expo (IPPE). He explains how this sustainability report, based on 90 data points, provides valuable insights policymakers, advocates and industry leaders can use to define sustainability beyond just the environmental impact. As always, the episode includes the latest agricultural weather and market updates. Follow us daily with agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and YouTube in addition to our weekly videos!