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Trucking Bills Step in Right Direction and H-2A Visa Numbers Grow
The Agribusiness Update
Industry trade groups say trucking bills passed by the House Transportation Committee are a step in the right direction, and the number of H-2A visas for ag workers continues to grow.
Pumpkin Patch Crowds and Food Index Up Slightly
The Agribusiness Update
With pandemic lockdowns behind us, pumpkin patches and other agritourism venues are looking for bigger crowds, and the Food Price Index rises slightly.
Pork and Beef Exports Up Slightly and Food Price Index Down
The Agribusiness Update
U.S. pork and beef exports were both up slightly in August, and the Food Price Index down slightly for sixth consecutive month.
August Weather Extremes Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
University of Washington atmospheric sciences professor, Cliff Mass explains why the warmer than average August isn't another example of climate change.
Modernized ESA Regulations Reinstated and September Wheat Production Unchanged
The Agribusiness Update
Modernized Endangered Species Act regulations will be reinstated after a Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled a district court improperly vacated 2019 revisions, and USDA's September wheat production forecast is unchanged from August.
August Weather Extremes Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
University of Washington atmospheric sciences professor, Cliff Mass explains why the warmer than average August isn't another example of climate change.
U.S. Export Values Growing and Food Prices Continue to Climb
The Agribusiness Update
Agriculture's share of the continued growth in the value of U.S. food exports has steadily increased, and food price index increases at smallest monthly rate since December.
August Heat Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Sure, August was hot, like it usually is, but University of Washington Atmospheric Sciences professor Cliff Mass it's all on how you interpret the data.
August Heat Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Sure, August was hot, like it usually is, but University of Washington Atmospheric Sciences professor Cliff Mass it's all on how you interpret the data.
Ag Exports to Take Hit in 2023 and Tariffs on Chinese Imports to Stay
The Agribusiness Update
American ag exports could take a hit for fiscal year 2023, and Trump-era tariffs on Chinese imports to remain in place ... for now.
U.S. Economy Creates 315,000 Jobs in August
Southeast Regional Ag News
Labor challenges, including in agriculture, are still of much concern.
Rural Mainstreet Index Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Rural Mainstreet Index drops for fifth-straight month, but survey finds two first-time worries for Ag Bankers.
Rural Mainstreet Index Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Rural Mainstreet Index drops for fifth-straight month, but survey finds two first-time worries for Ag Bankers.
WSTFA Golf Tournament Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
The Washington State Tree Fruit Association's 29th Annual Golf Tournament is Tuesday at the Highland Golf Course in East Wenatchee.
Great Florida Cattle Drive and Gas Prices Down Again
The Agribusiness Update
The Great Florida Cattle Drive is coming up in December, and gas prices drop for the 10th straight week.
Fresh Fruits & Vegetables for Young Consumers and Gas Prices Down Again
The Agribusiness Update
Produce marketers are working to increase consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables for younger consumers, and gas prices fall for the 10th straight week.
WSTFA Golf Tournament Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
The Washington State Tree Fruit Association's 29th Annual Golf Tournament is Tuesday at the Highland Golf Course in East Wenatchee.
Georgia Cotton Production Higher and Animal Product Exports Down
The Agribusiness Update
Georgia cotton production is expected to increase in 2022, and some animal product exports in first half of 2022.
Farm & Land Expo in Birmingham and Reduced Pork Demand
The Agribusiness Update
Alabama farmers shared each others company at the Farm & Land Expo in Birmingham, and global reduction in pork demand hits producers hard.
Washington Vs California Wine Industry Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
The Wine Bible author, Karen MacNeil breaks down how Washington's growing wine industry is stacking up against California's more established wine industry.