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Gene Discovery Will Help Avocado Breeders
Farm of the Future
Scientists have found a genetic switch that could shave years off avocado breeding.
Climate-Smart Farming Cuts and USDA Beef Export Data Errors
The Agribusiness Update
Lynda Hopkins, of the California Air Resources Board, criticized anticipated cuts to state-funded programs that incentivize climate-smart farming practices, and Democratic senators seeking answers from the USDA after a major error in U.S. beef export sales data.
DeereRight-to-Repair Settlement Nears Approval, FFA Chapter Connect
Line on Agriculture
A proposed $99 million settlement in a nationwide John Deere right-to-repair lawsuit is nearing final approval.
The FFA Chapter Connect program is connecting FFA chapters and students across the U.S., fostering relationships beyond the National FFA Convention, with 32 chapters currently participating.
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Wildfire Management
Fruit Grower Report
Wildfires are filling our news with stories and our air with smoke this summer, while farmers across the state are worried about their harvests.
What Drives Support for Urban Agriculture?
Southeast Regional Ag News
UF/IFAS research looks at why people buy local food, volunteer and support food production in cities.
The Next Generation of Southern Agriculture
Southeast Regional Ag News
Georgia examines the future of family farms as Alabama honors a young farm family building for the next generation.
NFU on Farm Bill Failure and Beef Export Value
The Agribusiness Update
After the Senate Ag Committee failed to advance the farm bill, National Farmers Union President Rob Larew said farmers cannot afford more delay, and although volume of U.S. beef exports was down slightly in June, the value was up to $790 million.
Stress Hormone Effects in Plans; Farm Bill to Return for September Vote
Line on Agriculture
The impact of stress hormones on plant growth and the Senate Agriculture Committee Chair plans to revisit a farm bill package for a vote in September after it failed to advance previously.
USDA Undersecretary Seeks Producer Feedback; Eastern WA Wildfires Burn 300K+ Acres
Line on Agriculture
USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce visited with midwestern state farmers to discuss USDA programs with farmers and ranchers Meanwhile, drought conditions in Eastern Washington have led to significant wildfires, prompting Governor Bob Ferguson to declare a federal state of emergency. The fires have burned over 300,000 acres.
Discover Dairy Adopt a Cow and Farmland Values Climb
The Agribusiness Update
The Dairy Alliance is proud to again support the Discover Dairy Adopt a Cow program for the 2026–27 school year, and the average value of U.S. cropland has climbed above $6,000 an acre for the first time.
Pasture Stress Tool, Farmers
Line on Agriculture
A pasture tool that offers both fertilization and herbicide control in a single application, benefiting producers dealing with pasture and range drought stress. Farmer sentiment improves.
Pasture Management Tool, Farmer Sentiment Up
Line on Agriculture
A pasture tool that offers both fertilization and herbicide control in a single application, benefiting producers dealing with pasture and range drought stress. Farmer sentiment improves.
Researchers Explore Agave's Future in California Agriculture
California Ag Today
California Farm Bureau's Ag Alert highlights growing interest in agave as a drought-tolerant crop with potential beyond distilled spirits.
USPOULTRY Opens Nominations for 2027 Environmental Excellence Award
California Ag Today
Family-owned poultry and egg operations have until October 23 to submit nominations.
Heat Threatens Spring Wheat, Corn Outlook; House Approves Up to $12B in Farm Aid
Line on Agriculture
AccuWeather's Paul Pastelak discusses the impact of current heat conditions on crops, noting that while spring wheat is performing better than expected, it will still yield less than last year due to hot weather and less precipitation in the Dakotas and Montana. Corn yields are also expected to be lower due to reduced planting.
The House has approved a $95 billion budget resolution, including up to $12 billion in aid for farmers facing financial challenges, which passed on a party-line vot
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National Award Seeks California's Veteran Farmers
California Ag Today
American Farm Bureau honors veterans who have transitioned from military service to agriculture.
BASF xarvio FIELD MANAGER
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Getting to know your field and making better crop management decisions is what xarvio FIELD MANAGER from BASF is all about.
Tackling Fertilizer Volatility
Southeast Regional Ag News
New analysis outlines policy ideas aimed at stabilizing fertilizer costs for American farmers.
Trump urges retailers to cut beef prices; Sorghum basis futures set for Aug. 24
Line on Agriculture
President Donald Trump has announced an investigation into rising retail beef prices, a move supported by R-CALF USA, which has highlighted the decline in producer shares and rise in packer and retailer shares over the years.