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Autonomous Tractors Roll Into Sugarcane
Southeast Regional Ag News
U.S. Sugar launches what it says is the nation's largest commercial deployment of autonomous tractors in the American sugar industry
Pasture Mealybug Confirmed in Florida
Southeast Regional Ag News
The invasive insect can weaken grasses and spread quickly if not reported and managed.
Sugar beet letter
Idaho Ag Today
U.S. sugar beet farmers are facing dire times financially because of the unfair trading practices and out-of-date tier two tariff rate.
Expanded Hurricane Coverage Coming for 2027 Crop Year
Southeast Regional Ag News
A recent USDA insurance update broadens access to hurricane and tropical storm protection for farmers across much of the Southeast.
Hurricane Insurance Expansion and U.S. Meat Record Sales
The Agribusiness Update
USDA’s Risk Management Agency announced a significant expansion of the Hurricane Insurance Protection-Wind Index endorsement and the Tropical Storm Option, and U.S. retail meat sales climbed to a record $112 billion in 2025 as consumers continued prioritizing meat protein despite higher grocery prices.
Tough Jobs and Times
Fruit Grower Report
Family farming has always been a challenging job through the generations but in recent years here in Washington state, the challenges have escalated.
Below Normal Hurricane Season and Dems Push for Farm Bill Changes
The Agribusiness Update
Florida residents should prepare for a below-normal 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, and Senate Democrats are pushing for changes to the newly passed House farm bill.
2026 Hurricane Outlook: Encouraging, Not Carefree
Southeast Regional Ag News
The Florida Farm Bureau highlights a below-normal forecast and practical steps for producers.
Storm Relief Window Widens in Georgia
Southeast Regional Ag News
As drought and wildfires persist, farmers gain additional time to secure critical recovery assistance.
From Sugar Mills to Cotton Fields
Southeast Regional Ag News
A carbon-rich leftover is turning into a powerful tool for healthier soil and bigger harvests.
Sugar beet price collapse
Idaho Ag Today
USDA announcement that the federal government will help American sugar beet farmers came as welcome news to Idaho’s 400-plus sugar beet growers.
Hurricane Helene Relief and One Farmer-One File
The Agribusiness Update
Georgia farmers, ranchers and foresters in eligible counties can begin applying for assistance for losses due to Hurricane Helene on March 16th, and USDA announced the “One Farmer, One File” modernization plan, designed to put “farmers first” with technological improvements.
Sugar beet relief
Idaho Ag Today
U.S. Department of Agriculture is providing $150 million in assistance to American sugar beet and sugar cane farmers.
Helene Recovery Funds Head to Georgia Agriculture
Southeast Regional Ag News
Eligible farmers, ranchers and foresters can apply for relief to cover storm-related losses.
Hurricane Recovery Funds Ready for Florida Producers
Southeast Regional Ag News
Applications are now open for disaster relief grants on a first come, first served basis through August 25, 2026.
Freeze Delivers Historic Blow to Florida Agriculture
Southeast Regional Ag News
Preliminary estimates show more than $3.1 billion in losses across key commodities statewide.
Florida Disaster Relief on Track and CattleCon Breaks Attendance Record
The Agribusiness Update
Florida Ag Commissioner Wilton Simpson announced beginning February 25, Florida’s ag producers can apply for more than $600 million in disaster assistance, and CattleCon 2026 breaks all-time attendance record, with over 9,400 converging on Nashville.
Sugar beet relief
Idaho Ag Today
Brooke Rollins announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture is providing $150 million in assistance to American sugar beet growers.
Hurricane Season Ends and FSA Offices Reopen
The Agribusiness Update
With the 2025 hurricane season nearly complete, it appears the East Coast, especially the Southeast, escaped the impact of a landfalling hurricane for the first time in a decade, and in a move aimed at easing frustration among producers, the USDA reopens approximately 2,100 Farm Service Agency county offices.
Southern Thanksgiving Costs Ease, Thanks to Our Growers
Southeast Regional Ag News
A new look at Thanksgiving prices highlights both savings for Southern families and the steady resilience of the region’s farmers.