National Farmers Union Convention and Iran War and E15 Usage

The Agribusiness Update
Delegates to the National Farmers Union’s 124th annual convention unanimously re-elected Rob Larew as President, and the RFA urges White House to allow broader use of lower-cost, American-made ethanol in the U.S. fuel supply.

Global Tensions Could Shape What Farmers Plant This Year

California Ag Today
Uncertainty in fertilizer markets may influence planting decisions as producers begin the spring season.

Sugar beet price collapse

Idaho Ag Today
USDA announcement that the federal government will help American sugar beet farmers came as welcome news to Idaho’s 400-plus sugar beet growers.

A Smarter Approach to Mastitis Treatment

California Ag Today
Researchers say targeting antibiotic treatments more precisely can protect cow health while reducing unnecessary costs.

US meat production

Idaho Ag Today
Total US meat production is expected to increase in 2026, per USDA's first outlook for the year.

Cotton Trust Protocol Opens 2026 Enrollment

Southeast Regional Ag News
Growers can now sign up for the new crop year and explore a voluntary opportunity to showcase regenerative farming practices.

Beyond the Raids

California Ag Today
A statewide survey finds that anxiety and instability, even more than direct enforcement, are shaping farm operations.

Bee Numbers Still Down and Advanced Materials for Farm Equipment

The Agribusiness Update
While beekeepers have not seen the devastating hive mortality this winter that they did in 2025, they say they’re still losing colonies, and researchers are developing advanced materials that could make farm equipment lighter, stronger and more durable.

National Ethanol Conference in Orlando and Advanced Materials for Farm Equipment

The Agribusiness Update
Speaking at the National Ethanol Conference in Orlando, Renewable Fuels Association President Geoff Cooper

celebrates record 2025, and researchers are developing advanced materials that could make farm equipment lighter, stronger and more durable.

The US Has a Fertilizer Deficit

Line on Agriculture
The US faces a deficit in fertilizer capacity, with manufacturers and distributors pre-loading supplies to mitigate shortages. President Trump calls for more domestic glyphosate production.

Beef prices

Idaho Ag Today
A higher beef production forecast, per USDA's February meat outlook

Veterinary Workforce Solutions and Bayer Reaches Roundup Settlements

The Agribusiness Update
Farm Journal Foundation launched the Veterinary Workforce Solutions Program in 2022 to address the nationwide shortage of veterinarians in rural America, and Bayer and attorneys for cancer patients announced they’ve reached a proposed settlement worth $7.25 billion.

Bee Bills Rising

California Ag Today
Almond growers are seeing higher colony costs while overall pollination value continues to grow.

Strengthening California Cattle Country

California Ag Today
A landmark investment helps UC Davis protect herds and train the next generation of food animal veterinarians.

Seats Open on Shell Egg Advisory Committee

California Ag Today
CDFA is inviting both an industry member and a public member to help guide egg safety and quality oversight.

A Longstanding Screwworm Defense, Renewed

Southeast Regional Ag News
Recent investments and expanded response tools reflect continued commitment to preventing the pest’s return.

WASDE: Elevated Corn Use Strains Feed Supply as Mexican Border Closure Clouds U.S. Cattle Outlook

Line on Agriculture
The USDA's latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report shows elevated numbers amid uncertainty about future demand. One market analyst notes that the U.S. is currently feeding 525 million more bushels of corn than last year, but this is unsustainable due to the Mexican border shutdown.

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.

The Business of Bloom

Southeast Regional Ag News
New figures detail how pollination investments are shaping this year’s crop budgets.

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.