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More dairy production
Idaho Ag Today
More dairy production projected for 2025 and 26 at USDA's latest outlook.
Farmer Survey Shows More Optimism
Line on Agriculture
The Purdue University CME Group Ag Economy Barometer rose to 139 in November, the highest since June, driven by increased optimism about the future. The Future Expectations Index jumped to 144, while the Current Conditions Index dipped slightly to 128. This optimism may be linked to the recent US-China trade pact, which could expand agricultural exports.
Animal Advocates
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
A new report from the Animal Agriculture Alliance shows so-called animal activist groups raise quite a bit of money for their anti-meat activities each year.
Genomics Pushes Blackeye Breeding Forward
California Ag Today
California scientists are uncovering the genetic drivers behind better black-eyed pea performance.
Georgia Regains HPAI-Free Status
Southeast Regional Ag News
State leaders urge continued vigilance as Georgia’s poultry industry resumes HPAI-free operations under WOAH guidelines.
NCBA Seeks Increasing Federal Truck Weight Limits
Line on Agriculture
The National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA) is advocating for an update to the federal truck weight limit, which hasn't been changed since the 1980s and is capped at 80,000 pounds.
First North American Bee Strategy and Aid for American Farmers
The Agribusiness Update
Four major North American beekeeping organizations released the first-ever North American Bee Strategy, and Trump administration plans to announce aid package for American farmers soon.
First North American Bee Strategy and Aid for American Farmers
The Agribusiness Update
Four major North American beekeeping organizations released the first-ever North American Bee Strategy, and Trump administration plans to announce aid package for American farmers soon.
Federal Water Rule Could Ease Burdens for Farmers
Southeast Regional Ag News
California Farm Bureau says a new WOTUS proposal may streamline federal oversight while raising questions about how California will respond.
Federal Water Rule Could Ease Burdens for Farmers
California Ag Today
California Farm Bureau says a new WOTUS proposal may streamline federal oversight while raising questions about how California will respond.
Ag Labor Reform
Fruit Grower Report
H-2A reform is just one of many labor challenges farmers are facing today that need to be fixed.
Beef Prices Where They Should Be
Line on Agriculture
Beef prices are at an all-time high, but Ed Elfman from the American Bankers Association argues they are in line with expectations, considering inflation.
Federal CARE Act Reintroduced to Strengthen Child Labor Protections in Agriculture
California Ag Today
California Congressman Raul Ruiz revives legislation aimed at aligning farm labor rules for minors with national standards
USDA Opens New Round of Disaster Aid for Producers
Southeast Regional Ag News
Stage Two of SDRP expands support for farmers and ranchers with losses not covered in the first round.
China's Trade Commitments
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins insisted on CNBC’s Squawk Box that China will meet its commitment to buy 12 million metric tons of soybeans this year.
Rural Minds Focus' on Rural Mental Health
Line on Agriculture
Rural Minds, a four-year-old nonprofit founded by Jeff Winton after a family tragedy highlighted the lack of mental health support in rural America, focuses on mental health equity for the 46 million rural residents.
USDA to Purchase Surplus Fruit for Nutrition Programs
Southeast Regional Ag News
USDA’s planned thirty million dollar fruit purchase is expected to draw close attention from citrus producers across the Southeast.
Mixed Month for U.S. Meat Exports as Pork Leads and Beef Lags
California Ag Today
Despite challenges in China for beef, pork and lamb continued to see solid international demand.
Water grants
Idaho Ag Today
Idaho Water Resource Board approves 38 Aging Infrastructure Grants for $22.9 million, increases ESPA recharge goal in State Water Plan.