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Farm Relief Slow and Reopening of Straight Good News
The Agribusiness Update
USDA's new 2027 cost of production forecast reveals farmers may not see meaningful relief from elevated production costs anytime soon, and the fertilizer industry is welcoming the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
AFBF Veteran Farmer Award and AI in Ag Gaining Traction
The Agribusiness Update
The American Farm Bureau is now accepting applications for its 2027 Veteran Farmer Award of Excellence, and a new survey suggests artificial intelligence is gaining traction on America's farms and ranches, though many remain cautious.
Fertilizer Prices Plunge and USDA Staffing Shortages
The Agribusiness Update
Fertilizer prices have retreated sharply in recent weeks as concerns over prolonged supply disruptions tied to tensions in the Middle East have eased, and ag and conservation groups want staffing shortages at USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service and Farm Service Agency addressed.
Expanded Hurricane Coverage Coming for 2027 Crop Year
Southeast Regional Ag News
A recent USDA insurance update broadens access to hurricane and tropical storm protection for farmers across much of the Southeast.
Ag Spending Bill for 2027 and Americans Continue Buying Meat
The Agribusiness Update
Sustainable agriculture advocates are concerned about the House fiscal year 2027 ag spending bill, and Americans continue to buy more meat despite rising grocery store prices.
GFA Announces Scholarships and Brazil Beef Imports Scrutinized
The Agribusiness Update
The Georgia Foundation for Agriculture announce the 27 students selected to receive $70,000 in scholarships for the 2026-27 academic year, and growing scrutiny of the meatpacking industry and rising Brazilian beef imports are fueling a new debate.
California Asparagus Decline and Specialty Crop Relief Funds
The Agribusiness Update
Ever-increasing labor costs in California and free trade that led to a surge in cheaper, duty-free asparagus imports from Mexico have pushed the state’s asparagus industry to the brink, and USDA announced a major increase in funding for specialty crop programs.
Peanut Butter Demand Higher and Specialty Crop Relief Funds
The Agribusiness Update
Consumers are eating more peanut butter, which accounts for more than 60% of all peanuts consumed in the U.S., and USDA announced a major increase in funding for specialty crop programs.
Improve Grazing Areas and Beginning Farmer Institute
The Agribusiness Update
The American Farm Bureau is backing a new agreement between the USDA and Dept of the Interior aimed at improving grazing access on public lands, and NFU is accepting applications for its Beginning Farmer Institute, a FREE ten-week online program designed to strengthen farm and ranch businesses.
Year Round E15 Importance
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Brian Glenn, director of government affairs at the American Farm Bureau Federation, says Congress needs to quickly pass year-round E15.
California Farmworkers Day and Renewable Fuels Standard
The Agribusiness Update
California Farm Bureau recognized efforts in the state Legislature to honor farmworkers through the designation of Farmworkers Day, and EPA releases long-awaited final Renewable Fuels Standard volume obligations for 2026 and 27.
Georgia Farm Dog Contest and Renewable Fuels Standard
The Agribusiness Update
Georgia Farm Bureau is looking to recognize a furry farm hero through its 2026 Georgia Farm Dog Contest, and EPA releases long-awaited final Renewable Fuels Standard volume obligations for 2026 and 27.
Chapter 12 Farm Bankruptcy and Ag Groups Applaud USMCA Hearing
The Agribusiness Update
In 2025, Chapter 12 bankruptcies increased for the second year in a row, reaching 315 filings, a 46% increase from 2024, and ag groups applauded the Senate Finance Committee hearing to highlight the importance of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement, emphasizing the need for renewal.
Dicamba Gets the Green Light
Southeast Regional Ag News
The EPA approves over-the-top Dicamba use this season while signaling close monitoring and possible changes ahead.
Dicamba Returns Under Watch
California Ag Today
The EPA restores Dicamba use this year but says future approval depends on performance and environmental safeguards.
New IFBF Buiding
Idaho Ag Today
On December 2nd, the Boise Office of the Idaho Farm Bureau Federation at the corner of 5th and Washington downtown Boise was demolished.
FB building location
Idaho Ag Today
Farm Bureau's new four-story, mixed-use project in downtown Boise.
New Farm Bureau building
Idaho Ag Today
On October 16th, the Idaho Farm Bureau Federation held a groundbreaking ceremony for it’s new four-story, mixed-use project in downtown Boise.
Gray Wolves Disrupt Rural California and U.S. Reaches Multiple Trade Deals
The Agribusiness Update
The migration of gray wolves into California’s Sierra Valley has disrupted rural communities and led to significant losses for cattle ranchers, and since May, the U.S. has advanced multiple trade agreements and frameworks that directly affect agriculture.
Georgia Corn and Peanut Production Higher and U.S. Reaches Multiple Trade Deals
The Agribusiness Update
Georgia farmers are forecast for a massive gain in corn production and more modest increases in peanuts, and since May, the U.S. has advanced multiple trade agreements and frameworks that directly affect agriculture.