It is with profound sadness that the American Sustainable Business Network and our affiliates, American Sustainable Business Institute & Council, share the news of the passing of our beloved Board Secretary, Denise Bowyer, on March 10, 2026.
2026 Farm Bill Markup Threatens Farmers, Food Supply and Science-based Pesticide Regulation, Business Group Warns
The American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN) has issued a statement raising concerns about the current draft of the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 and its potential implications for farmers, rural communities, and the broader food and farm economy. The House Agriculture Committee markup on March 3, 2026, will be a critical step in determining whether provisions that expand federal preemption of pesticide law and weaken conservation programs advance to the House floor for a full vote.