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US-Candada Trade Disputes and Wheat Harvest Progress
The Agribusiness Update
The U.S.–Canada trade dispute is creating new concerns for American farmers as retaliatory tariffs and import restrictions kick in, and the 2026 wheat harvest continues to make progress, with hard red winter wheat now complete and soft white wheat nearing the finish line.
Cheese Names Debate and USDA Aid to American Beef Herd
The Agribusiness Update
A dispute over cheese names has become a sticking point in U.S.-Mexico trade negotiations, and USDA is rolling out a broad package of programs aimed at rebuilding America’s beef herd and strengthening the nation’s cattle industry.
California Lettuce and Cyclospora and AFBF Urges Resume Talks with Canada
The Agribusiness Update
California lettuce was not implicated in a sprawling cyclospora outbreak that’s sickened thousands of people this summer, and American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall is urging the U.S. and Canada to return to the negotiating table.
Southeast Pork Alliance and AFBF Urges Resume Talks with Canada
The Agribusiness Update
During the Southeast Summer Conference in July, six state pork organizations announced the formation of the Southeast Pork Alliance, and American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall is urging the U.S. and Canada to return to the negotiating table.
WAEF Celebrates Students
Fruit Grower Report
It been a fantastic few weeks for many future college students from the tree fruit industry who are about to realize their dreams.
Idaho Goldbacks
Idaho Ag Today
This past March the first Idaho Goldbacks were issued. A Goldback is a physical gold note containing real 24 karat gold.
Cattle Prices High, Margins Tight — Packers Hit with Class-Action Suit
Line on Agriculture
Cattle prices are strong but rising input costs and inflation are squeezing producer margins, while a federal judge has certified a class-action alleging major packers manipulated markets (2015–2020) by slowing slaughter and coordinating purchases to depress prices.
Farm Bill Still Possible
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Senate Ag Committee Chair John Boozman continues to hold out hope for getting a Farm Bill update across the finish line despite setbacks.
OSU Food Testing Sensor and SAWA Reaction Mixed
The Agribusiness Update
An electrochemical sensor developed at Oregon State University holds promise for food quality testing, and a Republican-backed ag labor bill is drawing mixed reactions as lawmakers debate changes to the H-2A farmworker program.
Georgia Interstate Shipment Agreement and SAWA Reaction Mixed
The Agribusiness Update
Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins and the State of Georgia have finalized a Cooperative Interstate Shipment agreement, and a Republican-backed ag labor bill is drawing mixed reactions as lawmakers debate changes to the H-2A farmworker program.
A Quarter-Million Flies Per Square Mile Per Week
California Ag Today
Millions of sterile flies helped eliminate a Mediterranean fruit fly infestation near San Jose.
Post 4th of July Break Farm Bill Work
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Congress is back in session after the July 4th recess with Senate ag leaders resuming efforts to pass a new farm bill.
Heat Stress Can Challenge Poultry Health
California Ag Today
Recent heat waves highlight the importance of water, ventilation, and proper feeding practices.
Dairy Export Expansion Strategy
Line on Agriculture
The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) is looking to expand and diversify its dairy export strategy through Project Diversify, a data-driven initiative that simplifies complex export market information into actionable insights for exporters.
Heat Wave Brings Poultry Management Reminder
Southeast Regional Ag News
Recent losses overseas highlight the importance of keeping birds cool and hydrated.
Is H-2A Stealing Jobs?
Fruit Grower Report
Despite the claims by some that H-2A foreign guestworkers are taking jobs from American workers, the numbers don’t back them up.
Pasture Mealybug Confirmed in Florida
Southeast Regional Ag News
The invasive insect can weaken grasses and spread quickly if not reported and managed.
Mexican Fruit Fly Quarantine Expands in San Diego County
California Ag Today
State and federal officials respond after detection of a mated female fly near Spring Valley.
School Cafeterias Get Whole Milk Option Again
Southeast Regional Ag News
USDA says the change aligns with updated nutrition science and consumer preference.