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Farm Bill Disaster Aid
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
American Farm Bureau Federation's Emily Buckman talks about why disaster aid is such an important part of the next Farm Bill.
Florida Farm Bureau's 2nd AG Day Celebration and China's Heat Wave
The Agribusiness Update
Florida Farm Bureau kicked off its second annual AG Day Celebration at Seminoles' home opener, and China's heat wave subsides as farmers survey damage.
Colorado River Water Diversion and China's Heatwave Eases
The Agribusiness Update
Imperial Valley farmers worry they could lose irrigation supplies if accord on 2023 Colorado River water diversions isn't reached, and China's heatwave eases as farmers assess damage from prolonged dry spell.
COVID-19 Hits Supply Chain and China Phase-1 Outlook
The Agribusiness Update
COVID-19 supply chain disruptions, and Archer Daniels Midland optimistic China will meet Phase-1 obligations.
China Lags in U.S. Purchases and USDA Plans For Food Banks
The Agribusiness Update
China has some catching up to do on estimated U.S. ag purchases, and USDA lays out plans for food banks and surplus food.
Canned Food Demand Soars and No COVID in Livestock
The Agribusiness Update
The demand for canned food has soared in pandemic, and no evidence found that livestock or livestock food products can carry COVID-19.
Spring Weather Outlook Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Washington State Climatologist Nick Bond talks about the weather outlook for the next few months.
Spring Weather Outlook Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
Washington State Climatologist Nick Bond talks about the weather outlook for the next few months.
Farm Aid for Flooding and Dairy Prices Up Again
The Agribusiness Update
A nonprofit is launching an effort to deliver donated hay to ranchers hit by flooding in Nebraska, and global dairy prices continue to climb.
Low Carbon Fuels Bill
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Debate was heated, but a House bill passes that would implement a California-style low carbon fuel standard that will raise the cost of fuel and transportation.
Unpredictable Dairy Industry and Optimism for China Trade
The Agribusiness Update
Dairy industry expects unpredictable conditions to last into 2019, and Trump Administration optimistic about getting a "reasonable" trade deal with China done.
Hop Demand Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Craft beers driving surge in Washington Hop production.
Cherry Volume Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
Too Much of a Good Thing with this year's Washington Cherry Crop.
7-28 NWR Trump urges Russia
Northwest Report
National Public Radio reports that National security concerns over allegations that Russia may have attempted to mettle in the US elections are intensifying.
Stewardship of the Land
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
More and more farmers are choosing to work with a land trust organization to conserve and protect their land.
Experience International
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Official sponsor of the U.S. Department of State's J-1 program, Experience International is always on the lookout for high-quality hosts who can provide a "cutting edge and educational experience for interns and trainees".
Insect Monitoring & Farm Internships
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Insect monitoring supplies available through the WSPC, and non-profit organization located in Everson provides international professionals and students an opportunity to be placed into agricultural short-term positions in the U.S.
Committed To Food Recovery
Food Forethought
While millions of us continue to waste food millions more are starving.
Making a Difference for Those in Need
Food Forethought
The main source of donated foods to food banks continues to be from growers and processors.
Farmers Helping Great Things Happen In Their Communities
Food Forethought
The America's Farmers Grow Communities program has successfully invested more than $16 million in individual nonprofit organizations across rural America.