Farm Workforce Modernization Act Update

Fruit Grower Report
He may have announced that he’ll not seek reelection next year, but U.S. Representative Dan Newhouse still has things he feels need to get done before he leaves office, like the Farm Workforce Modernization Act.

Farm Workforce Modernization Act in 2026

Fruit Grower Report
Mike Stranz, Vice President of Advocacy for the National Farmers Union, says ag labor reform is more important now than ever.

Georgia Regains HPAI-Free Status

Southeast Regional Ag News
State leaders urge continued vigilance as Georgia’s poultry industry resumes HPAI-free operations under WOAH guidelines.

Holiday Waste Hits the Southeast

Southeast Regional Ag News
Producers across the Southeast deserve a Thanksgiving where more of their hard work is put to use, not thrown away.

California’s Role in Thanksgiving Waste

California Ag Today
A holiday reminder to honor California producers by keeping more food out of the trash.

Staying Ahead of EHV: What Southeast Horse Owners Should Know

Southeast Regional Ag News
A clear look at Equine Herpesvirus and how riders and horse owners in the Southeast can stay prepared and protect their barns.

Equine Herpes

Idaho Ag Today
The Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) is strongly recommending the cancellation of upcoming equine events in Idaho

EHV Awareness in California: Protecting Horses on the Move

California Ag Today
What California riders, trainers, and barn managers should know about EHV and how to reduce risk in a high-traffic horse stat

Georgia Lifts Bird Flu Control Zone in Gordon County

Southeast Regional Ag News
State agriculture officials clear the area after extensive testing finds no additional cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza.

FL Ag Inspection Station Breaks Ground Near AL Border

Southeast Regional Ag News
Florida expands its agricultural and public-safety enforcement network with a 24th inspection station on U.S. Highway 231.

Importance of Biosecurity

Farm of the Future
Economist Dr. Jada Thompson highlights how much cheaper disease prevention is rather than trying to manage a disease that has already arrived.

Mass Deportation Results and SNAP-WIC Benefits Ending November 1

The Agribusiness Update
Daniel Hartwig, president of the California Fresh Fruit

Association, says while immigration enforcement was a concern, he's not aware of any crops perishing due to a lack of labor, and millions face losing their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits on November 1.

Florida Legislators of the Year and SNAP-WIC Benefits Ending November 1

The Agribusiness Update
Senator Nick DiCeglie (dih-SEG-lee) and Rep. J.J. Grow have been named the 2025 Florida Farm Bureau Legislators of the Year, and millions face losing their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits on November 1.

Hidden Costs of Disease Outbreaks in Animal Agriculture

Farm of the Future
Beyond the higher consumer prices and animal losses, outbreaks are also very costly to monitor and contain.

Caribbean Fruit Fly Quarantine Targets Montebello Region

California Ag Today
State and county agricultural officials intensify pest management efforts to contain invasive fruit fly infestations threatening key California produce.

UF Becomes New Hub for Cutting-Edge Agricultural Breeding Program

Southeast Regional Ag News
The University of Florida partners with USDA’s Breeding Insight to accelerate the development of stronger, more nutritious crops for Florida and the nation.

NABC Pleased with MAHA Report and Food Security Improves

The Agribusiness Update
The North American Blueberry Council is pleased with the release of the Make America Healthy Again Commission's strategy report, “Make our Children Healthy Again,” and food security is estimated to improve in 2025 in most of the 83 Global Food Assessment countries.

Corn Up-Soy and Cotton Down and Food Security Improves

The Agribusiness Update
Corn production is up, while soybean and cotton production is down from 2024, and food security is estimated to improve in 2025 in most of the 83 Global Food Assessment countries.

New Avian Influenza Case Confirmed in Backyard Flock in Georgia

Southeast Regional Ag News
Officials confirm HPAI in Henry County, Georgia; risk to food supply and humans remains very low.

FBI and Agriculture Pt 2

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The FBI investigates crimes of all types and sizes, but did you know that the FBI plays a role in securing U.S. agriculture?