Philip Brasher

@txvaughan Read Oliver Ward's report here: agri-pulse.com/articles/24067…

Deputy Secretary Vaden is a rock star!!! Vaden takes aim at Mosaic, Nutrien ‘duopoly,’ hints at future action Deputy Agriculture Secretary Stephen Vaden on Wednesday accused Nutrien and Mosaic of colluding to limit U.S. fertilizer supply and control prices, suggesting that the administration could take future action to inject more competition into markets, if necessary.

@SecDuffy @USDOT This describes nearly every federal employee I've known over 36 years in DC.

I believe there is a deep state in our government, but at @USDOT I don’t have people fighting me. Everybody here at the Department of Transportation wants to improve the lives of Americans by making the various modes of transportation better. They are here because they love it and this is what they want to do.

@BBKogan Probably a new post

Despite this tweet, USDA has issued new guidance saying they will administer full SNAP benefits. Seems weird to send this guidance if they’re hoping for a stay by 4pm. More chaos and confusion from the administration.

@agripulse If you're not already, follow the IEEPA arguments here

We'll be posting on oral arguments in SCOTUS tariffs case starting at 10 am. Stay tuned. Here's a preview from trade editor Oliver Ward: agri-pulse.com/articles/23678…

@Kristinapet Congrats, Kristina! Great get for Bloomberg.

After 16 great years at WSJ, I'm thrilled to have started this week at Bloomberg, covering the food industry. New email is: kpeterson191@bloomberg.net Let's chat food!

Important, deeply reported piece by @wicks_noah

Trump administration cuts threaten federal farm safety efforts agri-pulse.com/articles/22800…

.@TAMU and @KState alums will appreciate @BrookeLRollins and @RogerMarshallMD greeting before her confirmation hearing @SenateAgGOP @SenateAgDems

.@HouseAgGOP Chair Thompson says House will vote on CR+$100B disaster aid+$10B farm aid. Didn't want farm aid as separate vote for fear it wouldn't survive Senate. @agripulse

.@AustinScottGA08 says CR 'will not pass without disaster and without farm aid' @agripulse @HouseAgGOP House GOP considering separate votes on CR+farm bill extension & farm aid

@AustinScottGA08 just now, CR “will not pass without disaster and farm aid” @agripulse @HouseAgGOP

@agripulse Trump now opens the door to including ag market relief in stripped-down bill: 'Republicans want to support our farmers, pay for disaster relief, and set our country up for success in 2025.'

Musk opposition to year-end bill throws farm aid in doubt agri-pulse.com/articles/22087…

@agripulse Minnesota set to have top spots on both House and Senate Ag committees next year @HouseAgDems @RepAngieCraig

Craig picked as House Ag Committee's ranking Democrat agri-pulse.com/articles/22070…

Farm bill extension talks deadlock over market relief, IRA funding agri-pulse.com/articles/22065… Even an extension is in doubt now

@SenStabenow Condolences from all of us @agripulse

I am very sad to share the news that my amazing mom, Ann Greer, passed away tonight at the age of 98. Mom has been at my side and a source of strength throughout my life.

@agripulse Three largest markets for US ag exports

Trump says he'll act day one to raise tariffs on Mexico, Canada, China agri-pulse.com/articles/21967…

Fellow Glen Rose TX native @CoreyRosenbusch shares his thoughts on Rollins pick @USDA

Leader of Trump policy arm picked to lead USDA agri-pulse.com/articles/21960…

Don't miss Part 1 of @wicks_noah deep dive into the challenges of conservation technical assistance in expanding the use of ag practices that address climate and other challenges. agri-pulse.com/articles/21766…

@ChuckGrassley The ultimate Senate power couple. Congratulations!

Barbara & I went to the Hickory House in Waterloo when we were 1st dating 2nite we celebrate our 70th wedding anniversary where it all started