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Thanksgiving Dinner Cheaper
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
American Farm Bureau Federation economist, Faith Parum says consumers should expect some slight relief at the grocery store when shopping for Thanksgiving dinner.
Beef Processing Investigation and Chinese Scientist Admits Smuggling
The Agribusiness Update
The Meat Institute reacts after President Trump called on the Department of Justice to investigate the beef processing sector, and a Chinese scientist charged with smuggling biological materials has pleaded guilty.
Veteran Farmer Award of Excellence and Ag Chair Relieved with Government Reopens
The Agribusiness Update
The American Farm Bureau names Retired Army Command Sergeant Major Matthew Rutter of South Carolina as the second winner of the Veteran Farmer Award of Excellence, and House Ag Committee Chair "GT" Thompson expressed his relief after the vote to reopen the federal government.
Buy Local for Holiday Cooking
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
As you plan your holiday cooking, baking and gift-giving, consider local farm products.
Newhouse on FSA Firing and Republicans Blame Dems for SNAP Delays
The Agribusiness Update
U.S. Representative Dan Newhouse, of Washington, is not pleased with the firing of Jon Wyss, Executive Director, Washington State FSA, and House Ag Chair "GT" Thompson and other ag officials blame Democrat obstruction in the reopening the federal government and lapse of SNAP benefits.
American Peanut Council Winter Conference and Republicans Blame Dems for SNAP Delays
The Agribusiness Update
The National Peanut Board will hold its tri-annual board and committee meetings December 9–11, in Washington, D.C., at the American Peanut Council’s Winter Conference, and House Ag Chair "GT" Thompson and other ag officials blame Democrat obstruction in the reopening the federal government and lapse of SNAP benefits.
Trade Optimism
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Trade is certainly a hot topic among the ag community, with farmers and ranchers facing concerns on a number of fronts.
Beef Import Threats
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall says President Trump’s plan to increase beef imports from places like Argentina threatens an already fragile recovery for cattle farmers and the industry in general
AFBF Annual Meeting Approaching
Line on Agriculture
The 2026 Annual Meeting is January 9-14 in Anaheim, CA.
FSA Reopening
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
USDA recently announced that Farm Service Agency offices will reopen despite the ongoing stalemate in funding the federal government.
AFBF Calling for Temporary Federal Assistance
Line on Agriculture
American Farm Bureau Federation President, Zippy Duvall says "Farmers need a lifeline
Shutdown Timing
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Depending on how soon the government shutdown ends, American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall says it has the potential to impact next year’s crops for farmers across the country.
Tariff Disputes
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
We’re seeing warning signs in the farm economy when it comes to tariff disputes, and American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall says they're taking a toll on agriculture.
Holiday Turkeys
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
As the weather turns cooler across the US, many shoppers are beginning to plan holiday meals.
California Hosts 2026 American Farm Bureau Convention in Anaheim
California Ag Today
Workshops, innovations, Tim Tebow, and California ag tours highlight January 9–14 gathering.
Ag's Economic Concerns
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Sam Kieffer, vice president of public policy for the American Farm Bureau Federation, says today's economic struggles for farmers is a rare intersection of high expenses and low income.
Net Farm Income-AFBF
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Net farm income is expected to increase more than 40% from last year. And at first glance, American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall says those numbers might give some farmers reason for optimism ... but!
MAHA Final Strategy
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The much-anticipated Make America Healthy Again final strategy is now out.
Net Farm Income Forecast Higher
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The latest Net Farm Income Forecast from USDA’s Economic Research Service predicts farm income to increase in 2025.
No On Trump Tariffs
Fruit Grower Report
The Federal Court of Appeals has decided that President Donald Trump does not have the power to set tariffs on imports based on the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.