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Farm Automation Still Needs Someone Who Knows the Orchard
California Ag Today
UC Davis researchers find that technology can improve efficiency, but experience remains critical to making it work.
When the Vineyard Work Dries Up
California Ag Today
California’s winegrape downturn is reshaping jobs along with acreage.
Researchers Explore Agave's Future in California Agriculture
California Ag Today
California Farm Bureau's Ag Alert highlights growing interest in agave as a drought-tolerant crop with potential beyond distilled spirits.
Water users reprieve
Idaho Ag Today
Gov. Little recommends proactive solutions to the Idaho Water Resource Board to give Swan Falls trust water users a reprieve for the 2026 irrigation season.
AI and cow health
Idaho Ag Today
Technology can save time and labor, but “good data” is the key
Consider data quality and quantity when choosing your technology partner.
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Agri-Pulse Food and Ag Summit and Ag Exports to Iran Possible
The Agribusiness Update
Labor shortages, rising costs and water access emerged as key concerns for farmers during discussions at the 2026 Agri-Pulse Food & Ag Issues Summit, and American farmers could gain a new export market if ongoing negotiations between the U.S. and Iran lead to an agreement allowing unfrozen Iranian assets to be used for food purchases.
Fertilizer Prices Plunge and USDA Staffing Shortages
The Agribusiness Update
Fertilizer prices have retreated sharply in recent weeks as concerns over prolonged supply disruptions tied to tensions in the Middle East have eased, and ag and conservation groups want staffing shortages at USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service and Farm Service Agency addressed.
Crawfish Industry Feeling the Squeeze
Southeast Regional Ag News
Imports, labor shortages, and weather extremes are testing resilience.
Labor Shortage in Specialty Crops and USMCA Improvements Pushed
The Agribusiness Update
Labor shortages continue to challenge specialty crop growers, raising concerns about production, harvest and rising costs, and a bipartisan group of senators is urging continued support and improvements to the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement.
Record drought
Idaho Ag Today
IDWR Director issues Emergency Drought Declaration for all 44 Idaho counties.
Trade Mission to Philippines and USDA Data Concerns
The Agribusiness Update
The USDA will lead a trade mission to the Philippines next week, to expand market access for America’s agriculture, and Senators Amy Klobuchar and Jeanne Shaheen led ten Democrats in raising concerns to USDA about the reliability of their data.
Finding Help in Agriculture
California Ag Today
Short-term labor, internships, and apprenticeships offer different solutions for farms and ranches.
Ag Groups Urge Congress to Finish Farm Bill and More Farmers Turn to Specialty Crops
The Agribusiness Update
Farm groups urge Congress to move quickly on a new Farm Bill, and some U.S. farmers are turning to specialty crops and alternative enterprises as low commodity prices and high input costs squeeze traditional farm profits.
Beyond the Raids
California Ag Today
A statewide survey finds that anxiety and instability, even more than direct enforcement, are shaping farm operations.
California Farms Weather Labor Fears
California Ag Today
Most crops were harvested, though immigration raids rattled some farm communities.
Farmer Sentiment Up Slightly and Dairy Industry Urges Labor Reform
The Agribusiness Update
Farmer sentiment held steady in September as the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer rose one point to a reading of 126, and the dairy industry addresses urgent labor shortages facing America’s dairy farmers.
Farmer Sentiment Up Slightly and Dairy Industry Urges Labor Reform
The Agribusiness Update
Farmer sentiment held steady in September as the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer rose one point to a reading of 126, and the dairy industry addresses urgent labor shortages facing America’s dairy farmers.
Farm Labor Scarcity Grows and Food Animal Vet Shortage
The Agribusiness Update
Farm labor scarcity is a growing challenge for farmers, particularly in light of the mass deportations, and Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins announced a commitment to increase the number of rural food animal veterinarians across the U.S.
Farm Labor Scarcity Grows and Food Animal Vet Shortage
The Agribusiness Update
Farm labor scarcity is a growing challenge for farmers, particularly in light of the mass deportations, and Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins announced a commitment to increase the number of rural food animal veterinarians across the U.S.