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Small Family Farms Dominate and Farm Bill Extension Expires
The Agribusiness Update
In 2024, about 86% of all farms were SMALL family farms, with gross cash farm income below $350,000, and the latest extension of the 2018 Farm Bill expired September 30, leaving Congress without a new long-term agriculture policy.
Florida Extends Hurricane Disaster Aid Deadline
Southeast Regional Ag News
Producers impacted by the 2023 and 2024 hurricane seasons now have until January 1, 2027, to apply for assistance.
Supplemental Disaster Relief
Idaho Ag Today
A second round of USDA Supplemental Disaster Relief Program payments are being issued.
Behind the Grocery Bill
Southeast Regional Ag News
Most of what consumers spend on food never makes it back to the farm.
The TOTAL Survey
Idaho Ag Today
How many acres of U.S. farmland is rented to ag producers for growing crops?
Hurricane Recovery Funds Ready for Florida Producers
Southeast Regional Ag News
Applications are now open for disaster relief grants on a first come, first served basis through August 25, 2026.
Idaho ag exports up
Idaho Ag Today
Idaho set a record for total value of agricultural exports in 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Idaho ag exports up
Idaho Ag Today
Idaho set a record for total value of agricultural exports in 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
A Longstanding Screwworm Defense, Renewed
Southeast Regional Ag News
Recent investments and expanded response tools reflect continued commitment to preventing the pest’s return.
Continuing the Screwworm Barrier
California Ag Today
New sterile fly facilities and expanded treatment options are building on decades of work to protect U.S. livestock.
Ag Equipment Demand Down and Farm Bill Mark Up Set
The Agribusiness Update
Ag equipment manufacturers are taking a cautious outlook as lower crop prices and tight farm margins dampen new machinery demand, and House Ag Chair, GT Thompson tentatively sets farm bill markup for the week of February 23.
2025 Idaho wheat crop
Idaho Ag Today
Idaho’s 2025 wheat crop was a big one but not necessarily one that paid many bills.
Disaster assistance
Idaho Ag Today
Agriculture Secretary Rollins where admitted there were very tough times going on for farmers and ranchers in this country.
California Storms Bring Snow and Water Relief and End of Farm Bill Era
The Agribusiness Update
After a dry start to December, a series of storms brings rain and snow to much of California, and Ag policy analysts say 2026 could mark the end of the traditional five-year U.S. farm bill era.
2026 Georgia Ag Forecast and Water Relief and End of Farm Bill Era
The Agribusiness Update
Registration is open for the 2026 Georgia Ag Forecast, on Friday, Jan. 23, at the University of Georgia Tifton Campus Conference Center, and Ag policy analysts say 2026 could mark the end of the traditional five-year U.S. farm bill era.
Dietary Guidelines Reaction and Prices Paid Vs Prices Received
The Agribusiness Update
America’s top agricultural groups reacted to the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans issued by the USDA and Department of Health and Human Services, and farmers are facing one of the widest gaps between what they pay to produce food and what they earn from selling it.
U.S. Targets Nicaragua on Trade
Southeast Regional Ag News
USTR announces phased tariffs under Section 301 as the National Cotton Council backs action addressing labor and human rights concerns.
FSA Disaster programs
Idaho Ag Today
State Executive Director for the Farm Service Agency (FSA), Kevin Andrus, describes some new disaster relief programs.
USDA Opens New Round of Disaster Aid for Producers
Southeast Regional Ag News
Stage Two of SDRP expands support for farmers and ranchers with losses not covered in the first round.