Regulations That Work for Farmers
Farmers and ranchers operate within a complex regulatory environment spanning local, state, and federal jurisdictions. Regulations affecting pesticide use, food safety, labor, environmental compliance, animal welfare, and land use can significantly impact the cost and viability of agricultural operations.
Key Issues
- State and federal pesticide regulations and application standards
- Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) compliance
- Agricultural labor regulations and workforce availability
- Environmental compliance including Clean Water Act and Clean Air Act provisions
- County-level zoning and right-to-farm protections
- Farm Bill programs and eligibility requirements
Idaho Farmers works to ensure that agricultural regulations are developed transparently, grounded in sound science, and designed with practical consideration for the realities of farming and ranching.