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Pushback Over Brazil Beef Tariff Exemption; EPA Faces Pesticide Label Petition
Line on Agriculture
The U.S. Trade Representative is investigating Brazilian policies that may restrict U.S. commerce, with a focus on Brazil's agricultural practices linked to deforestation. Additionally, the Center for Biological Diversity has petitioned the EPA to add cancer warning labels to pesticides with potential links to cancer.
California New World Screwworm Plan and Right to Repair Agreement
The Agribusiness Update
As the New World screwworm expands into the U.S. from Mexico, California’s pest exclusion leaders already have developed a response plan, and an agreement announced by John Deere and the FTC ensures farmers and ranchers will have access to the diagnostic and repair tools to help maintain and repair equipment.
USA Peanut Congress and Right to Repair Agreement
The Agribusiness Update
The National Peanut Board spent an energizing week with industry leaders in June at the 30th annual USA Peanut Congress, and an agreement announced by John Deere and the FTC ensures farmers and ranchers will have access to the diagnostic and repair tools to help maintain and repair equipment.
Natural Disaster Relief and More Meat and Eggs Available
The Agribusiness Update
A natural disaster designation allows the USDA to extend much-needed emergency credit to producers recovering from natural disasters through emergency loans, and Americans are expected to have more meat and eggs available in the coming years.
2026 Hurricane Outlook: Encouraging, Not Carefree
Southeast Regional Ag News
The Florida Farm Bureau highlights a below-normal forecast and practical steps for producers.
Storm Relief Window Widens in Georgia
Southeast Regional Ag News
As drought and wildfires persist, farmers gain additional time to secure critical recovery assistance.
Border Pest Raises Red Flags
Southeast Regional Ag News
Florida officials act quickly as screwworm detections inch closer to the U.S.
Record drought
Idaho Ag Today
IDWR Director issues Emergency Drought Declaration for all 44 Idaho counties.
Southeast on Alert for Fire and Drought
Southeast Regional Ag News
Southeastern states are seeing heightened wildfire risk and agricultural impacts tied to ongoing dry weather.
War and Fertilizer
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The impact of military action in Iran is already being felt by America’s farmers.
SCOTUS Ruling on Tariffs
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
A couple of weeks after a Supreme Court ruling withdrew much of the authority the President was using to impose tariffs, we’re still waiting to see how this plays out.
Emergency Livestock Relief Payments
Farm of the Future
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced USDA’s Farm Service Agency has issued final Emergency Livestock Relief Program payments totaling more than $1.89 billion.
From Farms to Food Banks: USDA Announces $263 Million Plan
California Ag Today
The Department of Agriculture will purchase dairy, legumes, nuts, and more to help producers and communities in need.
Support When It Matters Most
Southeast Regional Ag News
Florida growers gain flexibility after historic weather impacts, and Georgia backs critical care in an isolated farming region.
A Longstanding Screwworm Defense, Renewed
Southeast Regional Ag News
Recent investments and expanded response tools reflect continued commitment to preventing the pest’s return.
Continuing the Screwworm Barrier
California Ag Today
New sterile fly facilities and expanded treatment options are building on decades of work to protect U.S. livestock.
Cold Snap Brings Regional Reminder for Producers
Southeast Regional Ag News
Livestock care, storm planning, and food safety top the list as winter weather spreads.
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.
Specialty Crop Assistance Frustration
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
To say specialty crop leaders are disappointed that the House final spending bill, released Tuesday, did NOT include emergency economic relief for specialty crops would be a huge understatement.
Drought Triggers Disaster Declaration for Alabama Counties
Southeast Regional Ag News
Nineteen counties are now eligible for federal assistance after severe drought conditions.