The Next Generation of Southern Agriculture

Southeast Regional Ag News
Georgia examines the future of family farms as Alabama honors a young farm family building for the next generation.

NFU on Farm Bill Failure and Beef Export Value

The Agribusiness Update
After the Senate Ag Committee failed to advance the farm bill, National Farmers Union President Rob Larew said farmers cannot afford more delay, and although volume of U.S. beef exports was down slightly in June, the value was up to $790 million.

Stress Hormone Effects in Plans; Farm Bill to Return for September Vote

Line on Agriculture
The impact of stress hormones on plant growth and the Senate Agriculture Committee Chair plans to revisit a farm bill package for a vote in September after it failed to advance previously.

USDA Undersecretary Seeks Producer Feedback; Eastern WA Wildfires Burn 300K+ Acres

Line on Agriculture
USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce visited with midwestern state farmers to discuss USDA programs with farmers and ranchers Meanwhile, drought conditions in Eastern Washington have led to significant wildfires, prompting Governor Bob Ferguson to declare a federal state of emergency. The fires have burned over 300,000 acres.

Discover Dairy Adopt a Cow and Farmland Values Climb

The Agribusiness Update
The Dairy Alliance is proud to again support the Discover Dairy Adopt a Cow program for the 2026–27 school year, and the average value of U.S. cropland has climbed above $6,000 an acre for the first time.

Pasture Stress Tool, Farmers

Line on Agriculture
A pasture tool that offers both fertilization and herbicide control in a single application, benefiting producers dealing with pasture and range drought stress. Farmer sentiment improves.

Pasture Management Tool, Farmer Sentiment Up

Line on Agriculture
A pasture tool that offers both fertilization and herbicide control in a single application, benefiting producers dealing with pasture and range drought stress. Farmer sentiment improves.

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.

USPOULTRY Opens Nominations for 2027 Environmental Excellence Award

California Ag Today
Family-owned poultry and egg operations have until October 23 to submit nominations.

Heat Threatens Spring Wheat, Corn Outlook; House Approves Up to $12B in Farm Aid

Line on Agriculture
AccuWeather's Paul Pastelak discusses the impact of current heat conditions on crops, noting that while spring wheat is performing better than expected, it will still yield less than last year due to hot weather and less precipitation in the Dakotas and Montana. Corn yields are also expected to be lower due to reduced planting.

The House has approved a $95 billion budget resolution, including up to $12 billion in aid for farmers facing financial challenges, which passed on a party-line vot

National Award Seeks California's Veteran Farmers

California Ag Today
American Farm Bureau honors veterans who have transitioned from military service to agriculture.

BASF xarvio FIELD MANAGER

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Getting to know your field and making better crop management decisions is what xarvio FIELD MANAGER from BASF is all about.

Tackling Fertilizer Volatility

Southeast Regional Ag News
New analysis outlines policy ideas aimed at stabilizing fertilizer costs for American farmers.

Trump urges retailers to cut beef prices; Sorghum basis futures set for Aug. 24

Line on Agriculture
President Donald Trump has announced an investigation into rising retail beef prices, a move supported by R-CALF USA, which has highlighted the decline in producer shares and rise in packer and retailer shares over the years.

Fertilizer Policy Under the Microscope

California Ag Today
Farm Bureau white paper examines ways to reduce fertilizer price volatility and strengthen U.S. supply.

Tax Credits for Ethaol Biofuels Getting Closer to Being Finalized

Line on Agriculture
Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor discusses the 45Z tax credit, emphasizing its flexibility and eligibility to support innovative farming and ethanol production practices. The Department of Energy's updated GREET (Research and Development Greenhouse gases, Regulated Emissions, and Energy use in Technologies) model now calculates the carbon reductions from farming methods such as cover crops and no-till farming, marking the first federal recognition of these practices. The model will be further update

U.S. Wheat Production Hits Decades-Long Low

Line on Agriculture
The U.S. wheat harvest has been severely impacted by extreme heat and dry conditions, as reported by the National Agricultural Statistics Service. The July crop production report forecasts a yield of 46.7 bushels per acre, a slight decrease from last month and a significant 14.9% drop from the previous year. Production is expected to be 990 million bushels, the lowest since 1963.

Could Barn Owls Help Control Orchard Rats?

California Ag Today
California researchers are looking for almond and pistachio growers to participate in a new field study.

Pushback Over Brazil Beef Tariff Exemption; EPA Faces Pesticide Label Petition

Line on Agriculture
The U.S. Trade Representative is investigating Brazilian policies that may restrict U.S. commerce, with a focus on Brazil's agricultural practices linked to deforestation. Additionally, the Center for Biological Diversity has petitioned the EPA to add cancer warning labels to pesticides with potential links to cancer.

New Genetic Tools Bring Value to the Farm

Farm of the Future
Molecular farming has the potential to add a new layer of value to existing operations without requiring major operational changes.