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California Almond Crop Estimates and USDA Farm to School Grants
The Agribusiness Update
California growers are expected to harvest 2.8 billion meat pounds of almonds this year, 13% more than last year, and Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says USDA is awarding a record-breaking $14.3 million in Farm to School Grants.
National Blueberry Month and USDA Farm to School Grants
The Agribusiness Update
As we celebrate National Blueberry Month, a University of Florida dietitian says the fruit could be called “power berries”, and Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says USDA is awarding a record-breaking $14.3 million in Farm to School Grants.
E15 Saves Money & Cuts GHG Emissions and NCBA Wraps Summer Meeting
The Agribusiness Update
A new study found drivers could expect to save 20 cents per gallon by using E15 fuel and cut Greenhouse Gas Emissions by nearly 50%, and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association members wrapped up their summer business meeting in San Diego.
Barbed Wire
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Barbed wire is an indispensable part of many farms across rural America. But where did it come from?
Embracing Biofuels Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
More and more attention is being paid to biofuels and the fuel combinations available to consumers. Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor has the latest.
Embracing Biofuels Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
More and more attention is being paid to biofuels and the fuel combinations available to consumers. Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor has the latest.
Summertime E15 Approved and Farm Bill Scramble
The Agribusiness Update
The EPA announced it is issuing an emergency fuel waiver to allow E15 to be sold during the summer driving season, and House Ag Chair Glenn Thompson says his committee will “without a doubt” mark up a farm bill before Memorial Day.
NOAA Reports Less Drought and Summertime E15 Urged
The Agribusiness Update
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration reports a sizable drop in drought areas around the U.S., and Almost 1,000 farmers, ethanol industry workers, and others urge administration for action on summertime E15.
NOAA Reports Less Drought and Summertime E15 Urged
The Agribusiness Update
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration reports a sizable drop in drought areas around the U.S., and Almost 1,000 farmers, ethanol industry workers, and others urge administration for action on summertime E15.
Water Deliveries Down Despite Supply and FFA Next Gen Conference
The Agribusiness Update
Water deliveries in California are down despite recent supplies, and FFA Next Gen Conference focuses on Agricultural Communications.
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.
The Renewable Fuels Association Continues Push for Year-Round Sales of E15
Line on Agriculture
Renewable Fuels Association President & CEO, Jeff Cooper talks about their approaches to getting year-round sales of E15 in all states.
Oregon Wolves to Colorado and Year-Round E15 Advances
The Agribusiness Update
After three years and dozens of public hearing disagreements, a handful of wolves from Oregon have been airlifted to Colorado and released, and EPA decision praised that advances the request to allow the year-round sales of E15.
Oregon Wolves to Colorado and Year-Round E15 Advances
The Agribusiness Update
After three years and dozens of public hearing disagreements, a handful of wolves from Oregon have been airlifted to Colorado and released, and EPA decision praised that advances the request to allow the year-round sales of E15.
2023 Conservationist of Year and Year-Round E15 Advances
The Agribusiness Update
Jon Jackson, founder of Comfort Farms in Milledgeville, has been named 2023 Conservationist of the Year, and EPA decision praised that advances the request to allow the year-round sales of E15.
Part 2: Growth Energy Pushes for E15 Sales Year Round
Line on Agriculture
Growth Energy Senior Vice President of Regulatory Affairs Chris Bliley explains how outdated regulations limit consumer's choice at the pump.
Pear Estimates 2023-24 Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
The fresh pear estimates for 2023/24 are out at 15.2-million boxes, and Pear Bureau Northwest's Jim Morris says harvest is looking pretty good so far.
Pear Estimates 2023-24 Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
The fresh pear estimates for 2023/24 are out at 15.2-million boxes, and Pear Bureau Northwest's Jim Morris says harvest is looking pretty good so far.
Pear Deal Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Good news for Northwest Bartlett pear growers. Recognizing the inflationary challenges facing growers, Processors Del Monte and Nell Jones Food have agreed to a $15 per ton price adjustment.