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Specialty Crop Assistance
Fruit Grower Report
The USDA announced it has finalized the Assistance for Specialty Crop Farmers Program that was announced late last year.
Great American Cotton Plan and WOTUS Rule Finalization
The Agribusiness Update
The USDA announced a new Great American Cotton Plan, saying it aims to strengthen cotton farm income, expand trade and increase demand, and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin says they’re working to finalize a new Waters of the U.S., or WOTUS, rule.
Specialty Crops and Labor
Fruit Grower Report
Samantha Ayoub, an agricultural economist for the International Fresh Produce Association, says fruit and vegetable producers have a significant need for year-round labor.
China Trade Positive
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
American Farm Bureau Federation economist, Faith Parum says China remains a top trading priority, even after disruptions last year.
Farm Bridge Assistance
Idaho Ag Today
Updated information on two USDA assistance programs. Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation starts first with the Farm Bridge Assistance Program.
FAPRI Outlook Flags Tariff-Driven Uncertainty That Could Cut U.S. Biofuel Use in 2026
Line on Agriculture
The Food and Agriculture Policy Research Institute's 2026 baseline outlook projects agricultural market trends over the next decade. University of Missouri agricultural economist Ben Brown discusses the implications for renewable fuels in the U.S.
2026 Florida Woman of the Year in Ag and War Could Add Pressure for Farmers
The Agribusiness Update
Florida Ag Commissioner Wilton Simpson announced Dr. LuJean Waters as the 2026 Woman of the Year in Agriculture, and agricultural economists warn ongoing conflict in the Middle East could put added financial pressure on U.S. farmers.
Fertilizer Unaffordable
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The American Farm Bureau Federation surveyed more than 5,000 farmers and ranchers across the country about the rapidly increasing price of fertilizer
Ceasefire Impact on Agriculture
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
A two-week Iran war ceasefire and opening of the Strait of Hormuz is bringing new hope of relief for farmers and consumers.
California Farmers Feel Impact of Renewed Trade Fight
California Ag Today
Exports to China fell sharply in 2025, according to new findings from agricultural economists.
WASDE Report is Out and USDA Data Questioned
The Agribusiness Update
The USDA’s World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report shows the 2025-26 U.S. corn outlook is for greater exports and lower ending stocks, and the USDA is facing doubts about the reliability of its data from farmers, grain traders, and economists.
Tough times in farm country
Idaho Ag Today
According to an annual report by University of Idaho economists, the financial condition of Idaho agriculture is mixed, but mostly not good.
Farm Bankruptcy Climbing
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
New data from U.S. court filings indicate farm bankruptcy has risen again.
A Historic Split
California Ag Today
The dairy industry is producing near record volumes in 2026 while maintaining the smallest heifer pipeline since the late 1970s.
Farm Income Decline-USDA
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
USDA released its initial 2026 farm income forecast and as expected, shows a further decline in overall farm income, offset only by government payments.
Farm Income Forecast
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The USDA projects that net farm income will slip lower in 2026 and remain about $48 billion under the record highs of 2022.
More Farm Assistance Needed
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
While some progress has been made in stabilizing the farm economy through the Farmer Bridge Assistance Program and Emergency Commodity Assistance Program, recent numbers show farmers still need help.
SCOTUS Tariff Ruling
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
A decision from the Supreme Court is expected regarding the legality of President Trump’s tariff policy, and that decision could have immense implications. But Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist for StoneX Group, says the Trump Administration does have a “Plan B”.