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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.
NFU Says John Deere $99M Settlement is a Step in the Right Direction
Line on Agriculture
Deere & Company agreed to pay $99 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging monopolization of farm equipment repair services. The 2022 lawsuit claimed Deere withheld repair software and collaborated with dealers to limit farmers' ability to repair their own equipment or use independent shops. While the settlement, pending final court approval, doesn't fully resolve the issue, it's seen as progress by the National Farmers Union. Deere also agreed to provide digital repair tools for a deca
Why Purdue Survey Shows Farmer Sentiment Improved
Line on Agriculture
The March Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer showed improved farmer sentiment despite ongoing challenges such as tight margins, rising input costs, and higher financial risks. This improvement was partly due to bridge payments.
Ceasefire Impact on Agriculture
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
A two-week Iran war ceasefire and opening of the Strait of Hormuz is bringing new hope of relief for farmers and consumers.
Southeast on Alert for Fire and Drought
Southeast Regional Ag News
Southeastern states are seeing heightened wildfire risk and agricultural impacts tied to ongoing dry weather.
War and Agriculture
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The Iran war, Congress’s fight over Homeland Security funding and the voter ID SAVE Act are complicating farm struggles.
Trade Mission to Philippines and USDA Data Concerns
The Agribusiness Update
The USDA will lead a trade mission to the Philippines next week, to expand market access for America’s agriculture, and Senators Amy Klobuchar and Jeanne Shaheen led ten Democrats in raising concerns to USDA about the reliability of their data.
Championing California Agriculture
California Ag Today
State Treasurer Fiona Ma is recognized for years of support for farmers, ranchers and rural communities.
Product of USA
Idaho Ag Today
The voluntary product of USA label standard for meat, poultry and egg products has been in effect since January 1st.
Georgia Officials Warn of Invasive Hornet Threat
Southeast Regional Ag News
Residents across the Southeast are urged to stay alert as yellow-legged hornets begin emerging.
Honoring the Hands That Feed Us
California Ag Today
Farmworkers Day becomes California’s newest holiday after unanimous approval.
Pass Farm Bill Now
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
House Ag Chair GT Thompson says both sides agree on the need for a farm bill; we need it now!
California Farmers Feel Impact of Renewed Trade Fight
California Ag Today
Exports to China fell sharply in 2025, according to new findings from agricultural economists.
USDA Launches Campaign on Updated “Product of USA” Label
California Ag Today
The agency says the change is intended to improve transparency and support domestic producers.
Montana State Bird Flu Research and Senate Farm Bill Soon
The Agribusiness Update
A team of Montana State University microbiologists will spend the next three years expanding research into bird flu, and Senate Ag Chair John Boozman plans to take up a five-year farm bill within weeks.
National Peanut Month and Senate Farm Bill Soon
The Agribusiness Update
March is National Peanut Month, a time to celebrate one of America’s favorite foods, and Senate Ag Chair John Boozman plans to take up a five-year farm bill within weeks.
Fiona Ma Named Champion of Ag and Bipartisan Support for Farmers
The Agribusiness Update
California Farm Bureau presented California State Treasurer Fiona Ma with the Champion of Agriculture Award, and lawmakers from both parties voiced support for American farmers during a Senate Ag Committee hearing.
HPAI Warning
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The spring migratory season brings with it the renewed threat of highly pathogenic avian influenza, or HPAI, or bird flu.
Fertilizer Fix and Farm Support Programs
The Agribusiness Update
Reuters reports that the Trump administration is seeking other sources of fertilizer amid the ongoing Iran war's shipping constraints, and Federal farm support programs are playing an increasingly central role as American producers navigate economic uncertainty, high costs and weak prices.