National Barley Yield Contest

Idaho Ag Today
The inaugural year of the National Barley Yield Contest (NBYC) concluded with a new U.S. record.

California Storms Bring Snow and Water Relief and End of Farm Bill Era

The Agribusiness Update
After a dry start to December, a series of storms brings rain and snow to much of California, and Ag policy analysts say 2026 could mark the end of the traditional five-year U.S. farm bill era.

2026 Georgia Ag Forecast and Water Relief and End of Farm Bill Era

The Agribusiness Update
Registration is open for the 2026 Georgia Ag Forecast, on Friday, Jan. 23, at the University of Georgia Tifton Campus Conference Center, and Ag policy analysts say 2026 could mark the end of the traditional five-year U.S. farm bill era.

Fairness in cattle markets

Idaho Ag Today
Part of a recent announcement of USDA efforts to promote fair and competitive markets for ag producers, while lowering prices for consumers.

USDA '22 Pesticide Summary and House's New Agricultural Trade Caucus

The Agribusiness Update
The USDA published the 2022 Pesticide Data Program Annual

Summary that shows over 99% of tested samples had pesticide residues BELOW EPA benchmark levels, and House lawmakers launched a new Agricultural Trade Caucus, seeking to advance and promote policies vital to U.S. agriculture.

USDA '22 Pesticide Summary and House's New Agricultural Trade Caucus

The Agribusiness Update
The USDA published the 2022 Pesticide Data Program Annual

Summary that shows over 99% of tested samples had pesticide residues BELOW EPA benchmark levels, and House lawmakers launched a new Agricultural Trade Caucus, seeking to advance and promote policies vital to U.S. agriculture.

Half-Time Farmers Pt 2

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Washington Policy Center's Pam Lewison talks about the agricultural disconnect in Olympia where some believe that farmers only have to work half-time to earn a quarter million per year.

Half-Time Farmers Pt 1

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Washington Policy Center's Pam Lewison talks about the agricultural disconnect in Olympia where some believe that farmers only have to work half-time to earn a quarter million per year.

90% of Florida Farms Small and RFA Thanks Congress on E15

The Agribusiness Update
USDA benchmark shows 90% of Florida farms are considered small, and Renewable Fuels Association thanks Congress for quick action on year-round E15 legislation.

Farmer on Wheaties Box and Global Impact of ASF

The Agribusiness Update
Not a sports star but a farmer graces Wheaties box, and African Swine Fever making a significant global impact on protein market.

Benchmarking is an Effective Tool

Farm of the Future
It is human nature to compare ourselves to others, however when it comes to benchmarking your ag operation the best place to start is comparing your own farming operation over the years.