The “Trust the Science Act” has passed the House and is now being considered by the Senate. This bill, which was introduced by U.S. Representative Dan Newhouse, would direct the Department of the Interior to remove Endangered Species Act protections for the gray wolf. Newhouse believes that the gray wolf population has recovered and that it is time to delist the species based on science-backed approaches, rather than using the ESA as a weapon against private landowners.
Meanwhile, American equipment manufacturers, farmers, ranchers, and innovators are taking part in Ag on the Mall in Washington, D.C. This event, which is themed “The Future of Food and Farming,” showcases these groups working together to reduce environmental impact while increasing productivity. One such group is the National Agricultural Aviation Association (NAAA), which will be showcasing a Bell Jet Ranger Helicopter equipped with a liquid spray system for applying crop protection materials.
In response to outbreaks of bird flu in dairy cattle in certain states, the U.S. government has taken measures to ensure that meat supply remains safe for consumers. Despite these outbreaks, both public health agencies such as Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and World Health Organization (WHO) have stated that overall public health risk is low from bird flu infection in humans but can be higher for those who have been exposed to infected animals
