June 26, 2026

Supreme Court says Roundup Cases Limited by Federal Law 

The Supreme Court ruled that federal pesticide law limits certain state-based lawsuits alleging pesticide makers failed to warn users about health risks not recognized by federal regulators. The Hill said the Court sided with Monsanto in a case involving Roundup herbicide. The lawsuit was brought by Missouri resident John Durnell, who claimed the company failed to warn consumers about a cancer risk associated with glyphosate and was awarded $1.25 million under state law. The Court found that the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act, known as FIFRA, prevents states from imposing labeling requirements that differ from those approved by the EPA. The case centered on whether plaintiffs can sue pesticide companies in state court if they don’t warn of health effects that go beyond those formally recognized by the EPA. The ruling is expected to have significant implications for future pesticide litigation and could provide greater legal certainty for manufacturers operating under federally approved labeling standards.

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Soybean Growers Applaud Supreme Court Decision on Glyphosate

The American Soybean Association is praising a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that federal pesticide labeling requirements take precedence over state failure-to-warn claims. The decision in Durnell v. Monsanto found that pesticide labels approved under federal law cannot be overridden by differing state requirements. Soybean growers say the ruling provides greater certainty for farmers who rely on crop protection products. “Farmers depend on clear, consistent labeling and a uniform regulatory framework to use pesticides safely and responsibly,” ASA said in a statement. The organization added that the decision reaffirms the role of science-based regulation in pesticide oversight. ASA noted that the EPA and regulatory agencies around the world have repeatedly concluded that glyphosate does not pose a cancer risk when used as directed. The soybean group argued that conflicting state regulations create confusion and could limit access to important crop protection tools. 

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Trump Administration Pushes for Year-Round E15 in Supplemental Request

The Renewable Fuels Association is applauding President Trump’s latest call for Congress to approve permanent, year-round sales of E15 gasoline nationwide. In a supplemental funding request sent to Congress, the administration urged lawmakers to codify year-round E15 sales, calling it an urgent policy change that would expand consumer choice, support domestic fuel production, and add flexibility to fuel markets. “President Trump has clearly and consistently supported the year-round availability of E15,” said Geoff Cooper. “He recognizes that E15 helps Americans save money with each fill-up while also strengthening the farm economy and bolstering U.S. energy security.” According to the RFA, E15 has typically sold for 10 to 40 cents less per gallon than regular gasoline, with average savings of about 25 cents per gallon at the nation’s pumps in recent years. The group says expanded E15 access would also create additional demand for corn-based ethanol produced by American farmers.

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Hot Weather Coming for the Fourth of July 

A major heat dome is expected to build across the central and eastern U.S. next week, bringing widespread 90-degree temperatures and potentially dangerous heat just ahead of the Independence Day holiday. AccuWeather says the system will stretch from Texas to Pennsylvania and from Florida to Minnesota. Some areas could see temperatures approach 100 degrees, while it will feel like over 100 degrees in many locations. “A heat dome is a sprawling area of high pressure that creates hot and humid conditions for days or weeks at a time,” said meteorologist Dan Pydynowski. The prolonged heat could add stress to crops, livestock, and farmworkers across parts of the Corn Belt and Plains. Overnight temperatures are also expected to remain unusually warm, limiting relief from daytime heat. Forecasters are also watching for the development of powerful thunderstorm complexes and possible derechos (deh-RAY-choes) along the edge of the heat dome.

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NASDA Endorses Supply Chain Resiliency Act 

The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture is supporting legislation designed to strengthen America’s food supply chain and create new market opportunities for farmers and ranchers. The American Food Supply Chain Resiliency Act would make permanent USDA investments in food processing, storage, transportation, and distribution infrastructure—areas often referred to as the “middle” of the supply chain. Supporters say expanding that capacity could help producers reach more buyers, reduce bottlenecks, and keep more food dollars in rural communities. The bill would also establish Regional Food Systems Hubs to provide technical assistance, market development support, and better coordination among states and food businesses. “Federal investments play a key role in strengthening our nation’s food systems by connecting farmers, businesses, and communities with the resources they need to succeed,” said Ted McKinney. The legislation would improve domestic market access, increase procurement opportunities, and help build a more resilient food system while supporting long-term farm profitability and rural economic growth.

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USDA Makes Operational and Conservation Funds Available 

The USDA is making up to $310 million available through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program, or RCPP, to help farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners adopt conservation practices and strengthen their operations. The Natural Resources Conservation Service is accepting project proposals through Aug. 24. The program supports locally led solutions to natural resource challenges while helping producers improve productivity and long-term sustainability. “This significant investment through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program will further enable us to leverage our partnerships as force multipliers in supporting America’s farmers,” said NRCS Chief Colton L. Buckley. USDA says recent changes have streamlined the program and increased flexibility for conservation partners. Officials note that 75 percent of RCPP funding now goes directly to farmers or helps cover the cost of implementing conservation practices. It’s part of a broader expansion of federal conservation funding, which supporters say will help producers protect soil, water, and working lands while keeping farms productive and economically viable.

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