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Will Autonomy Replace Farmers?
Farm of the Future
No. Autonomy will not be replacing farmer jobs any time soon according to Sabanto founder Craig Rupp.
September's WASDE Report and Climate Groups on Meat-Dairy Funding
The Agribusiness Update
The USDA released its September World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates, and over 100 climate groups are pressuring JPMorgan Chase, Citigroup, and other banks to stop financing global meat and dairy companies.
Farmers Understand Sustainability and Tractor Sales Mixed
The Agribusiness Update
McKinsey and Company research reveals that a vast majority of American farmers have an understanding of sustainable farming and a willingness to adopt the practices, and for the second straight month, unit sales of 100-plus horsepower ag tractors increased in the U.S.
U.S. Wine Sales Slow and Net Cash Farm Income Down
The Agribusiness Update
U.S. and foreign winemakers are struggling to sell their product, and leaders are increasingly focused on anti-alcohol messaging, and USDA’s Economic Research Service forecasts U.S. net cash farm income will decrease 25.8% in 2024.
USDA Funding for Florida and Net Cash Farm Income Down
The Agribusiness Update
The USDA is allocating more than $5 million to Florida as part of a nationwide effort to strengthen the country’s infrastructure for pest detection as well as the nursery system, and USDA’s Economic Research Service forecasts U.S. net cash farm income will decrease 25.8% in 2024.
USDA's Ag Outlook Forum and Ag Equipment Downward Trend
The Agribusiness Update
The USDA’s 100th annual Ag Outlook Forum is set for February 15-16 in Arlington, Virginia, and the ag equipment market began a downward trend last year and dealers worry 2024 might be their roughest year since COVID.
Sustainable Aviation Fuels Flight
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Virgin Atlantic says its flight from London to New York’s JFK International was powered by 100% SAF made from plant sugars and waste fats and emitted 70% less carbon than oil-based jet fuel.
L'Ecole Celebrations Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
L'Ecole No. 41 Winery in the Walla Walla valley is celebrating a new chief operating officer and its milestone 40th Anniversary.
L'Ecole Celebrations Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
L'Ecole No. 41 Winery in the Walla Walla valley is celebrating a new chief operating officer and its milestone 40th Anniversary.
L'Ecole in Top 100 Again Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Another huge honor for Walla Walla valley winery, L’Ecole No 41 that was recognized by Wine & Spirits Magazine as a Top 100 Winery.
L'Ecole in Top 100 Again Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
Another huge honor for Walla Walla valley winery, L’Ecole No 41 that was recognized by Wine & Spirits Magazine as a Top 100 Winery.
Oregon Winery Growth Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
After a rough couple of years, Oregon's wine industry appears to be rebounding nicely joining the 100+ registered winery club.
Oregon Winery Growth Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
After a rough couple of years, Oregon's wine industry appears to be rebounding nicely joining the 100+ registered winery club.
Souther States Cooperative 100th Years and USDA Expanding Wildfire Efforts
The Agribusiness Update
Southern States Cooperative is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2023, and USDA officials say they are expanding efforts to reduce wildfire risks in western U.S.
Senator Hawkins WFB Champion Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
12th District Senator Brad Hawkins has been named a Washington State Farm Bureau Champion of Agriculture.
Senator Hawkins WFB Champion Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
12th District Senator Brad Hawkins has been named a Washington State Farm Bureau Champion of Agriculture.
Ag World Golf Classic 2022 Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The 2022 Ag World Golf Classic is in the books and Ag World President Bryan Henninger says it was a huge success.
Ag World Golf Classic 2022 Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The 2022 Ag World Golf Classic is in the books and Ag World President Bryan Henninger says it was a huge success.
WSTFA on Buffer Bill Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Washington State Tree Fruit Association president Jon DeVaney gives his thoughts on HB 1838, the Buffer Bill, that proposes to expand the riparian mitigation zones along rivers, streams and lakes to 100-250 feet.