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State Cactus Passes Senate
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The Columbia Plateau cactus could be on its way to becoming Washington’s official state cactus.
California Hemp at a Crossroads
California Ag Today
New federal and state rules add uncertainty for an already shrinking industry.
More Helene Relief and Ag Drones Continue to Surge
The Agribusiness Update
The state of Georgia will receive over $531,236,000 in federal funds for the Hurricane Helene Block Grant Program, and the global agricultural drones market reached $4.7 billion in 2024, demonstrating robust momentum that’s expected to continue.
Georgia Secures $531 Million in Federal Relief for Hurricane Helene Recovery
Southeast Regional Ag News
USDA and Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper announce new block grant program to support farmers, timber producers, and rural communities impacted by Hurricane Helene.
Strawberry Demand Record and Screwworm Data from Mexico
The Agribusiness Update
Increased strawberry demand in the fall and winter has driven summer plantings, which have reached a record high of 11,503 acres this year, and Mexico recorded 5,086 cases of flesh-eating screwworm in animals as of August 17, a 53% jump over July.
Strawberry Demand Record and Screwworm Data from Mexico
The Agribusiness Update
Increased strawberry demand in the fall and winter has driven summer plantings, which have reached a record high of 11,503 acres this year, and Mexico recorded 5,086 cases of flesh-eating screwworm in animals as of August 17, a 53% jump over July.
Court Victory over AEWR Rule and Screwworm Data from Mexico
The Agribusiness Update
A federal court in Louisiana has vacated the Department of Labor’s 2023 Adverse Effect Wage Rate methodology rule, a major victory for Florida agriculture, and Mexico recorded 5,086 cases of flesh-eating screwworm in animals as of August 17, a 53% jump over July.
Washington Grown Bill Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The Washington Policy Center's Pam Lewison talks about the "Washington Grown" branding program bill that's made its way through the Senate and has been unanimously passed through the House Ag and Appropriations Committees.
Washington Grown Bill Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The Washington Policy Center's Pam Lewison talks about the "Washington Grown" branding program bill that's made its way through the Senate and has been unanimously passed through the House Ag and Appropriations Committees.
Senate Buffer Bill
Fruit Grower Report
After the supposedly bipartisan buffer bill failed to make it out of committee, State Senator Keith Wagoner hopes his Voluntary Stewardship program expansion will help.
USDA Staff Shortage
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack talks about the USDA's severe staff shortage and what he's trying to do to fill those positions.
Milk Labelling bill Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Whatcom county Senator Doug Ericksen files a bill that would restrict use of the term "milk" for products that come from a cow and not an almond or soybean.
Milk Labelling bill Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Whatcom county Senator Doug Ericksen files a bill that would restrict use of the term "milk" for products that come from a cow and not an almond or soybean.
Focusing On Key Job Programs, Lending & Disaster Relief
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
New SBA administrator says they will do "everything in their power to help people affected by SR 530 mudslide".
Reserve Veterinary Corps Activated
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
WSDA deploys two voluntary veterinarians and two vet techs to assist with response efforts at the State Route 530 mudslide.
Mosquito Bills Becomes Law
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Two bills dealing with mosquito population control signed into law.
Legislative Update & Nursery Grower Reminder
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Some bills go by the wayside while some survive, and nursery growers reminded of upcoming sales closing dates for insurance coverage.
Eastern Washington Water Needs & Predatory Bird Threat to Northwest Salmon
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Second Columbia River Basin Long Term Water Supply and Demand Forecast released, and House acts to address predatory bird threat to Northwest salmon.