A comprehensive summary of today’s judicial, legislative, and regulatory developments in agriculture and food. Email important additions HERE.

LEGISLATIVE: Includes Louisiana, New Hampshire

LOUISIANA

HB 330 establishes the state’s Industrial Hemp Promotion and Research Program to support the growth and development of the industrial hemp industry in the state by enhancing research, education, promotion, facilities, and industrial hemp related activities through the Industrial Hemp Promotion and Research Advisory Board. Info here.

HB 828 increases the gross annual sales threshold to $30,000 for which a home-based preparer of low-risk foods may qualify for protections under the state’s cottage food law. Info here.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

SB 267 establishes a state upland invasive species program within the state’s department of agriculture which addresses invasive species infestations. Info here.

REGULATORY: EPA, FWS

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

Final rule amending tolerances for residues of benoxacor in or on field corn, popcorn, and sweet corn commodities when used as an inert ingredient (herbicide safener) in pesticide formulations. Info here. 

Final rule establishing tolerances for residues of tribenuron methyl in or on multiple commodities that are identified and discussed later in this document. Info here.

FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE

Final rule establishing the 2022-23 final frameworks from which States may select season dates, limits, and other options for the 2022-23 migratory game bird hunting season for certain migratory game birds. Info here.