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12 Aug

Posted at 13:01h in Industry News
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The Economic Development and Connectivity grant program is a new COVID response program that will use $60 million from the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act to provide grants to small businesses and nonprofits that have incurred losses greater than 25% of revenues during the COVID pandemic, among other eligible categories. The program is being administered by the state's Strengthening People and Revitalizing Kansas (SPARK) task force and the Kansas Dept. of Commerce. KARA will provide more information as soon as it is available. On Monday, August 10, the...

05 Aug

Posted at 06:54h in Industry News
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Due to the continued efforts to mitigate the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), Kansas Agribusiness Retailers Association's (KARA) board of directors made the decision to cancel the traditional in-person KARA annual meeting and golf tournament. To adhere to the association's bylaws, an annual meeting business session virtual meeting will be held at 9:00 a.m., on August 25, 2020, via Zoom. During the virtual meeting the KARA membership will vote on nominated board members and bylaw amendments, as well as receive a brief state of the association report. We encourage all members to join our...

31 Jul

Posted at 08:13h in Industry News, Regulatory
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EPA has released a temporary guidance regarding the certification of pesticide applicators of restricted use pesticides that offers flexibility during the COVID-19 public health emergency. The Agency is aware that state, tribal and federal certifying authorities may need to make temporary changes to their existing pesticide applicator certification programs during this time. Given the evolving circumstances and the urgency involved, EPA has determined that certain temporary changes to their programs should be preapproved and may be implemented provided that they are not likely to significantly diminish applicator competence or undermine future certification activities and all conditions are met. Currently,...

15 Jul

Posted at 05:23h in Industry News, Regulatory
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This week, Governor Laura Kelly signed Executive order No. 20-57, extending conditional and temporary relief from certain motor carrier rules and regulations. The rule is set to expire at 11:59 p.m. on August 14, 2020 or until the statewide State of Disaster Emergency extended by House Bill 2016 expires, whichever is earlier.   In accordance with the FMCSA's declaration under Title 49 C.F.R. § 390.23(a)(l)(i), Title 49 C.F.R §§ 390-399 are hereby suspended for motor carriers and persons operating commercial vehicles actively participating in COVID-19 relief or restoration efforts, except that...

07 Jul

Posted at 07:08h in Industry News
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Today Governor Kelly issued Drought Declarations for Kansas counties with Executive Order #20-54.  The declaration includes 74 out of 105 counties either in an emergency, warning or watch status. “Unfortunately, the majority of the state of Kansas has been considered in drought or abnormally dry conditions for the past several weeks, which has led to high risk of fire hazard,” said Governor Kelly. “This declaration will allow affected communities to access the water they need. I encourage Kansans to continue to be mindful of drought conditions, and work to minimize the...

02 Jul

Posted at 08:24h in Advocacy, Industry News, Regulatory
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As announced on Monday, Governor Laura Kelly has signed Executive Order No. 20-52 requiring face masks to be worn in public. Each Kansas county has the authority to revoke the order. "Today I issued an Executive Order requiring that most Kansans wear a mask while in public spaces, and in places where one is unable to maintain social distancing of six feet," Kelly said. "Wearing a mask is the easiest, most basic step we can take to keep Kansans healthy and keep Kansas open for business." Effective 12:01 a.m., on Friday, July...

29 Jun

Posted at 14:43h in Industry News, Regulatory
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Due to increasing COVID-19 cases, Governor Laura Kelly issued a statewide mask mandate at her press conference this afternoon in Topeka. "Beginning 12:01 a.m., July 3, 2020 every Kansan in a public space must wear a mask," Kelly said. "This doesn't change where you can go or what you can do, but if you are around other people, you must wear a mask." "...

22 Jun

Posted at 08:13h in Industry News, Regulatory
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COURTESY National Grain and Feed Association The National Grain and Feed Association represents and provides services for grain, feed and related commercial businesses. Consisting of more than 1,000 companies, NGFA members handle more than 70 percent of all U.S. grains and oilseeds utilized in domestic and export markets. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit late on Friday (June 19) denied the petition filed by two environmental groups to immediately ban the application of dicamba. The appellate court did not issue an explanation for its order, but indicated it wanted to hear more argument on BASF’s motion asking the...

19 Jun

Posted at 06:47h in Industry News, Regulatory
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The U.S. Department of Labor will host webinars in June to discuss how the Department is reducing regulatory burdens and making it easier to understand and comply with the law. The webinars will also provide an opportunity for workers, employers, and state and local governments to ask questions. WHAT:  OSHA Compliance Assistance Webinars WHEN: Agriculture Guest Speaker: Wage and Hour Division Administrator Cheryl Stanton Tuesday, June 23, 2020, 1:00 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. EDT Register at Link Compliance Assistance Webinar 1 Manufacturing and Construction Guest Speaker: Occupational Safety and Health Administration Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary Loren Sweatt Thursday, June...

15 Jun

Posted at 08:40h in Industry News, Regulatory
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The Kansas Department of Agriculture, along with many other states, has solicited clarification on the EPA’s June 8, 2020, cancellation order. KDA is providing guidance and answers to questions based on our interpretation of the order as it applies to our Kansas regulatory structure and the stated intent in the EPA cancellation order to minimize the negative impact on agriculture and agribusinesses. KARA has provided the FAQ below, as well as by clicking the button to KDA's full website. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the association office (785.234.0463). FULL...

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