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Lower Pulse Acreage Planted
Farm of the Future
Planted acreage for pulse crops are projected to be down this year.
Agri-Pulse Food and Ag Summit and Ag Exports to Iran Possible
The Agribusiness Update
Labor shortages, rising costs and water access emerged as key concerns for farmers during discussions at the 2026 Agri-Pulse Food & Ag Issues Summit, and American farmers could gain a new export market if ongoing negotiations between the U.S. and Iran lead to an agreement allowing unfrozen Iranian assets to be used for food purchases.
CHINA TO BUY $17 BILLION AG
Idaho Ag Today
Politico's Ari Hawkins reported that "China will purchase at least $17 billion in U.S. agricultural products annually through 2028.
Supply and Demand of Pulses
Farm of the Future
Consumer interest in both protein and fiber have put several of the pulse crops in the spotlight. But supply continues to keep up with growing demand.
A Silver Lining: Lower Prices Can Open Up New Markets
Farm of the Future
The pulse industry has been working hard to find new niches and alternatives to support producers.
The Importance of Bulk Markets
Farm of the Future
Canada has become a world leader in the trade of pulse crops like peas and lentils by developing bulk supply chains.
Ag trade with Vietnam
Idaho Ag Today
The Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) recently led an agricultural trade mission to Vietnam.
Ag trip to Mexico
Idaho Ag Today
A recent trip to Mexico bodes well for Idaho Ag producers.
USA Pulses Summit in Spokane and Ground Beef Prices Soar
The Agribusiness Update
At the recent USA Pulses Summit in Spokane, the group set a lofty goal: to double production and demand by the year 2030, and ground beef prices continue hitting record-high levels.
Chickpeas in the Cotton Belt? Clemson Thinks It’s Possible
Southeast Regional Ag News
A $2 million USDA-funded project is sprouting new opportunities for organic winter chickpeas in the Southeast.
U of I grants
Idaho Ag Today
A University of Idaho Extension-led team is now accepting in-state applications for two U.S. Department of Agriculture grants.
More pulse crops
Idaho Ag Today
I talked with with the CEO of Columbia Grain International, Jeff Van Pevenage. explained and extolled the virtues of pulse crops.
Embracing Modern Crop Breeding Techniques
Farm of the Future
NuCicer, a crop genetics company, is working to create a chickpea that improves protein, fiber, nutrition, and sustainability.
Expanding Chickpea Acres
Farm of the Future
Kathryn Cook co-founded NuCicer with her father to bring better genetics to chickpea growers with the vision of drastically expanding acreage.
DCM in dogs
Idaho Ag Today
CEO of Columbia Grain International, Jeff Van Pevenage, discusses potential links between canine dilated cardiomyopathy or DCM in dogs.
Can Fava Beans or Chickpeas Compete With Yellow Peas?
Farm of the Future
One of the biggest food trends consumers are gravitating towards right now is the push for protein-dense foods.
Plant-Based Protein Demand
Farm of the Future
The demand for plant-based protein has had its ups and downs in recent years, but the idea that it is just for vegans is not true.
Lighting a Fire Under Last Year’s Farm Bill
California Ag Today
Having fun getting through the updates from the 2023 Farm Bill? Oh that’s right…it didn’t happen. But May may be when the fire gets lit.
39% of Ag Supporting Trump and Wheat Imports Highest in Six Years
The Agribusiness Update
Poll shows 39% of surveyed farmers say they’d most likely vote for Donald Trump for President, while 19% would vote for Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, and U.S. wheat imports are forecasted to be their highest in six years for the 2023/24 marketing year.
What Election Results Mean for Farm Bill
Southeast Regional Ag News
Elections played out this week across states in America and many of those results could significantly impact agricultural policy over the next two years.