AI and cow health

Idaho Ag Today
Technology can save time and labor, but “good data” is the key

Consider data quality and quantity when choosing your technology partner.

Your View Matters in Drought Tracking

Southeast Regional Ag News
Producers can submit observations that help experts better understand conditions on the ground.

California's Drought Monitor Starts on the Ground

California Ag Today
Producer observations and photos help add local context to weekly drought assessments.

Georgia Data Center and IFPA's Washington Conference

The Agribusiness Update
Another data center is threatening farmers and their land, this time in Georgia, and Fresh produce industry leaders were in Washington, D.C. advocating policy priorities affecting growers, consumers, and ag businesses.

SOIL MOISTURE SENSORS

Idaho Ag Today
MINI-CASSIA PRODUCERS EXPERIMENT WITH SOIL MOISTURE SENSORS TO SAVE WATER

innov8.ag HarvestReplay

Fruit Grower Report
Nothing to lose, everything to gain! That’s the message to specialty crop farmers from the Walla Walla-based agtech company innov8.ag .

Beef Demand Up

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
March trade data helped show that consumers continue to buy beef despite high prices.

New Strawberry Varieties Help and Court Rules Against New Tariffs

The Agribusiness Update
The introduction of new commercial strawberry varieties has raised expectations for an industry turnaround after years of declining production, and federal trade court ruled President Trump unlawfully used Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 to impose a 10% global tariff.

Georgia Ag Bills Signed and Court Rules Against New Tariffs

The Agribusiness Update
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp signed a number of bills related to agriculture, forestry, and natural resources into law, and federal trade court ruled President Trump unlawfully used Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 to impose a 10% global tariff.

USDA reinstates IAMP

Idaho Ag Today
USDA reinstates large U of I grant. The largest grant in the University of Idaho’s history has been reinstated in its entirety after a yearlong pause.  

Positive Pork Export Numbers

Line on Agriculture
The US Meat Export Federation reported that March pork exports were among the largest on record, with a volume of 285,000 metric tons and a value of over $800 million, the second highest ever.

USDA Crop Report Changes and Rented Farmland Acres Grow

The Agribusiness Update
The USDA is planning changes to its crop reporting process after a sharp decline in farmer participation, and a new USDA survey shows rented farmland remains a major part of American agriculture.

Citrus Comeback Tool

Southeast Regional Ag News
New EPA-approved rootstock targets citrus greening at the source.

Traders Question USDA Data

Line on Agriculture
The USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) has faced significant staffing cuts, leading to concerns about the accuracy of its data

Strong Start for Beef Variety Meat Exports

California Ag Today
Early 2026 data shows significant gains in value and steady global demand.

Grazing Action Plan

Idaho Ag Today
Teaching the federal employees how important our ranchers are, enhancing transparency and data access, expanding practical and management tools.

Egg Market Finds Its Footing

California Ag Today
Production gains are helping stabilize the egg market after last year’s disruption.

Pork Performs, Variety Meats Deliver

Southeast Regional Ag News
Solid pork export growth meets surging demand for beef variety meats worldwide.

Trade Mission to Philippines and USDA Data Concerns

The Agribusiness Update
The USDA will lead a trade mission to the Philippines next week, to expand market access for America’s agriculture, and Senators Amy Klobuchar and Jeanne Shaheen led ten Democrats in raising concerns to USDA about the reliability of their data.

Egg Prices Crack Back Down

Southeast Regional Ag News
After last year’s surge, egg prices have dropped sharply as production rebounds.