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Curtailment of Colorado River Water and U.S. Sweet Potato Exports
The Agribusiness Update
Federal officials may curtail Colorado River water allotments in California and other states, and we are not the only country enjoying U.S. sweet potatoes.
Biochar Tools in California and Gas Prices Drop Again
The Agribusiness Update
Researchers in California are working to bring biochar nutrients to help growers, and gas prices, including diesel, have dropped for the 13th straight week.
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.
2023 Ag Exports Take Hit and USDA Meat/Poultry Grants
The Agribusiness Update
American ag exports may take a hit for the 2023 fiscal year, and USDA announces additional $21.9 million for meat and poultry grant program.
Strawberry Genes Fight Deadly Disease and Next Gen Fuels Act
The Agribusiness Update
UC Davis researchers find a gene in strawberries that may ward off deadly Fusarium wilt, and legislation introduced called the Next Generation Fuels Act in both House and Senate.
Drought Declaration Lifted Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The Washington Department of Ecology has lifted the drought declaration for much of Central and Eastern Washington, thanks to the wetter and cooler spring this year.
Drought Declaration Lifted Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The Washington Department of Ecology has lifted the drought declaration for much of Central and Eastern Washington, thanks to the wetter and cooler spring this year.
Fuel and Fertilizer Prices
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
American Farm Bureau economist Roger Cryan says fuel and fertilizer prices could stay high for a couple more years.
Saacke Named WFB's New VP and Russian Threat to Ukraine Wheat
The Agribusiness Update
Ron Saacke named new Administrative Vice President of Washington Farm Bureau, and Russia military threatens much of Ukraine's winter wheat regions.
Peanut Prices Higher and Russia Threat to Ukraine Wheat
The Agribusiness Update
Peanut prices for all farmer stock peanuts go higher for the week ending July 2nd, and Russia military a threat in Ukraine winter wheat regions.
Georgia Tobacco Crop and Ocean Shipping Reform Act
The Agribusiness Update
Georgia and Florida's tobacco crop looks very good despite dry and hot periods in May, and Ocean Shipping Reform Act heads to President's desk for signature.
Ag Economy Barometer Plummets and Strong Land Prices Continue
The Agribusiness Update
The Purdue University-CME Ag Economy Barometer plummeted in May to the weakest since April 2020, and stronger land prices from late last year have continued into 2022.
Brewers Like Florida Hops and Ag Economy Barometer Plummets
The Agribusiness Update
Brewers like the flavor and aroma of Florida-grown Cascade Hops, and the Purdue University-CME Ag Economy Barometer plummets in May to its weakest reading since April of 2020.
US Cotton Trust Protocol and World Food Prices Drop in May
The Agribusiness Update
U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol announces 3-year grower enrollment, and World food prices drop in May.
California Tomato Forecast Lower and World Food Prices Drop
The Agribusiness Update
California's tomato forecast is growing smaller thanks to water shortages, and World Food Prices drop in May for the second straight month.
California Almonds Expected Drop and AFBF Mental Health Month
The Agribusiness Update
California's almond harvest is expected to be down 4% this season, and American Farm Bureau is honoring Mental Health Month with "Farmers Saving Lives" free virtual event tomorrow.
Potatoes to Mexico Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
After more than 25 years of disputes and legal obstructions, the first shipment of U.S. fresh potatoes traveled south across the border into Mexico May 11th, and National Potato Council CEO Kam Quarles says it's a great first step.
Potatoes to Mexico Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
After more than 25 years of disputes and legal obstructions, the first shipment of U.S. fresh potatoes traveled south across the border into Mexico May 11th, and National Potato Council CEO Kam Quarles says it's a great first step.
Florida Orange Estimates Down and Specialty Crop Relief
The Agribusiness Update
Florida orange production estimates for May drops from April numbers, and USDA announces $6 million in relief for specialty crop producers hit by major weather events.