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Camp Rainbow Gold
Idaho Ag Today
According to Elizabeth Lizberg, CEO of Camp Rainbow Gold, the camp is a nonprofit organization serving Idaho children diagnosed with cancer.
WAFLA Name Change and More ReConnect Projects
The Agribusiness Update
For years known as the Washington Farm Labor Association, WAFLA has a new name, now the “Worker and Farmer Labor Association,” and USDA announces nearly $173 million to connect rural residents, farmers, and business owners to high-speed internet.
Hurricanes Impact on Southeast and Protect the Harvest Shuts Down
The Agribusiness Update
Hurricanes Helene and Milton had devastating impacts on the southeastern United States with many communities facing unprecedented challenges, and Protect the Harvest will cease operating on October 31, citing funding challenges that began during COVID.
Mormon Church pays $289M for Dozens of US Farms
Southeast Regional Ag News
The LDS Church owns approximately 1.7 million acres of land primarily used for agriculture, according to Landgate, a commercial real estate advisory service, making it one of the largest institutional landholders in the U.S.
California Avocados Ramp Up and July 4th BBQ Price Hits New Record
The Agribusiness Update
With the supply of Mexican avocados tapering off and prices rising, California growers have ramped up harvest, and Rabobank’s 2024 July 4th Barbecue Index reached an unprecedented level this year.
Georgia Peanut Tour in September and July 4th BBQ Price Hits New Record
The Agribusiness Update
The thirty-sixth annual Georgia Peanut Tour will be held September 17-19 in and around Americus, Georgia, and Rabobank’s 2024 July 4th Barbecue Index reached an unprecedented level this year.
USDA Wildfire Funding and Vilsack on Organic Production
The Agribusiness Update
Deputy USDA Secretary Xochitl Torres Small announced $250 million is available to help protect at-risk communities from catastrophic wildfires, and Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack announced new programs and funding to expand organic markets and the transition to organic production.
Farm Bill Disaster Aid
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
American Farm Bureau Federation's Emily Buckman talks about why disaster aid is such an important part of the next Farm Bill.
Florida Farm Bureau's 2nd AG Day Celebration and China's Heat Wave
The Agribusiness Update
Florida Farm Bureau kicked off its second annual AG Day Celebration at Seminoles' home opener, and China's heat wave subsides as farmers survey damage.
Colorado River Water Diversion and China's Heatwave Eases
The Agribusiness Update
Imperial Valley farmers worry they could lose irrigation supplies if accord on 2023 Colorado River water diversions isn't reached, and China's heatwave eases as farmers assess damage from prolonged dry spell.
COVID-19 Hits Supply Chain and China Phase-1 Outlook
The Agribusiness Update
COVID-19 supply chain disruptions, and Archer Daniels Midland optimistic China will meet Phase-1 obligations.
China Lags in U.S. Purchases and USDA Plans For Food Banks
The Agribusiness Update
China has some catching up to do on estimated U.S. ag purchases, and USDA lays out plans for food banks and surplus food.
Canned Food Demand Soars and No COVID in Livestock
The Agribusiness Update
The demand for canned food has soared in pandemic, and no evidence found that livestock or livestock food products can carry COVID-19.
Spring Weather Outlook Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Washington State Climatologist Nick Bond talks about the weather outlook for the next few months.
Spring Weather Outlook Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
Washington State Climatologist Nick Bond talks about the weather outlook for the next few months.
Farm Aid for Flooding and Dairy Prices Up Again
The Agribusiness Update
A nonprofit is launching an effort to deliver donated hay to ranchers hit by flooding in Nebraska, and global dairy prices continue to climb.
Low Carbon Fuels Bill
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Debate was heated, but a House bill passes that would implement a California-style low carbon fuel standard that will raise the cost of fuel and transportation.
Unpredictable Dairy Industry and Optimism for China Trade
The Agribusiness Update
Dairy industry expects unpredictable conditions to last into 2019, and Trump Administration optimistic about getting a "reasonable" trade deal with China done.
Hop Demand Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Craft beers driving surge in Washington Hop production.