Hurricane Recovery Doesn't End When the Storm Passes

Southeast Regional Ag News
As the Southeast faces another round of hurricane cleanup, Georgia farmers are receiving long-awaited Hurricane Helene relief notifications. Applicants are urged to check their email.

Florida Hurricane Aid Available and Corn Forecast Higher

The Agribusiness Update
Florida Ag Commissioner Wilton Simpson announced that

Florida farmers and ranchers impacted by Hurricane Isaias can apply for interest-free loans, and USDA raised its corn production forecast, projecting larger supplies than anticipated in October’s WASDE Report.

Florida Ag Hall of Fame Inductees and Farmers & High Fuel Prices

The Agribusiness Update
Florida Ag Commissioner Wilton Simpson and the Florida Ag Hall of Fame announced their 2027 Hall of Fame Inductees, and high fuel prices are another financial headache for farmers.

Georgia Helene Block Grant Payments Expected This Fall

Southeast Regional Ag News
More than $900 million has been requested against roughly $531 million in available disaster assistance.

Data Center Debate

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The growth of artificial intelligence is driving a boom in data center construction across the country, and it could be the next big debate here in the Pacific Northwest.

Florida Names Permanent Leadership for Agricultural Water Policy Office

Southeast Regional Ag News
Jessica Ferris appointed director as Megan Seward continues as assistant director, guiding Florida's agricultural water and conservation efforts.

Harper Calls for Specialty Crop Priority and China's U.S. Soybean Purchases Down

The Agribusiness Update
Georgia Ag Commissioner Tyler Harper calls for the U.S. Trade Representative to prioritize protections for American specialty crop producers, and China sharply reduced soybean imports from the U.S. in June, while purchases from Brazil continued to climb.

Georgia Grown Watermelon Month and Ethanol Exports Higher

The Agribusiness Update
Georgia Ag Commissioner Harper signs proclamation declaring July 2026 as “Georgia Grown Watermelon Month,” and U.S. ethanol exports rebounded in May, up 11% from April to 189.7 million gallons as demand grew in key international markets.

Georgia Animal Movement Changes and H-2A Continues to Grow

The Agribusiness Update
Georgia Ag Commissioner announces enhanced interstate animal movement requirements for all warm-blooded animals entering Georgia from Texas, and the H-2A ag worker program continues to grow, with the DOL certifying 17% more jobs in the first half of fiscal 2026 than last year.

California Ag Veteran Expected to Land Key Water Appointment

California Ag Today
The Bureau of Reclamation oversees water infrastructure critical to western agriculture

Fresh From Florida Followers and USMEF Spring Confernece

The Agribusiness Update
Florida Ag Commissioner Simpson and the Florida Department of Agriculture are pleased to announce that more than 1.5 million consumers now follow the ‘Fresh From Florida’ on social media, and USMEF wraps up Spring Conference with a discussion detailing innovative marketing strategies.

Sharpshooter Find Sparks State Concern

California Ag Today
County agricultural commissioners warn the invasive pest could threaten vineyards and backyard grape plants alike.

NWFM Technology

Fruit Grower Report
It may go without saying, but technology is the now AND the future of agriculture with new equipment coming at an incredible rate.

Georgia Grown Resource Center and Expanding Chinese Ag Purchases

The Agribusiness Update
Georgia Ag Commissioner Tyler Harper announced the launch of the Georgia Grown Resource Center in Albany, and U.S. officials are seeking expanded Chinese purchases of American farm goods ahead of an expected presidential trip next month.

2026 Florida Woman of the Year in Ag and War Could Add Pressure for Farmers

The Agribusiness Update
Florida Ag Commissioner Wilton Simpson announced Dr. LuJean Waters as the 2026 Woman of the Year in Agriculture, and agricultural economists warn ongoing conflict in the Middle East could put added financial pressure on U.S. farmers.

Honoring a Florida Trailblazer

Southeast Regional Ag News
Seventh-generation cattle rancher Dr. LuJean Waters earns the state’s top recognition for her impact on agriculture and education.

Florida Farm Bill Signed and Bipartisan Support for Farmers

The Agribusiness Update
Florida Ag Commissioner Wilton Simpson joined Governor Ron DeSantis, and others as the 2026 Florida Farm Bill was signed into law, and lawmakers from both parties voiced support for American farmers during a Senate Ag Committee hearing.

The Wait for Vidalias Is Almost Over

Southeast Regional Ag News
April 13 launches the short but celebrated season for Georgia’s famously sweet and versatile onions.

Florida Farm Bill Passed and One Farmer-One File Initiative

The Agribusiness Update
Florida Ag Commissioner Wilton Simpson applauded the Florida Legislature for passing the historic 2026 Florida Farm Bill, and the NACD applauds the USDA’s “One Farmer, One File” initiative, designed to streamline producer interactions across USDA agencies.

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.