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Ag Overtime Problems
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
A Central Washington lawmaker says he continues to hear from growers across the state who are struggling under Washington's agricultural overtime law.
Pass Farm Bill Now
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
House Ag Chair GT Thompson says both sides agree on the need for a farm bill; we need it now!
More Funding and Tariff Relief and USMCA Importance
The Agribusiness Update
President Trump will seek funding for the war in Iran, while Republican lawmakers debate wildfire aid and $15 billion in tariff relief for farmers, and leaders from Ag, manufacturing, and technology met in Washington to highlight the importance of renewing the USMCA.
Talk to Legislators
Fruit Grower Report
With all of the challenges facing the agricultural industry, it’s never been more important that our legislators understand what is actually happening out there.
Farm Bill Moves to House
Fruit Grower Report
The House Agriculture Committee approved Chair Glenn Thompson’s Farm Bill 2.0 by a 34-17 bipartisan vote.
California Pears Vs Argentina and Ag Land Market Shifting
The Agribusiness Update
California pear growers need relief from Argentine imports they say have displaced their fruit in U.S. markets, and U.S. agricultural land market is shifting after years of steady growth.
Top Young Farmers from Alabama and Ag Land Market Shifting
The Agribusiness Update
For the second time in four years, Alabama is home to the nation’s top young farm family, and U.S. agricultural land market is shifting after years of steady growth.
Heritage Apple Bill
Fruit Grower Report
Washington lawmakers are considering a new program aimed at at identifying, registering, and preserving rare and historic apple varieties still growing on small farms across the state.
Governor is Listening
Fruit Grower Report
We sometimes wonder if Washington Governor Bob Ferguson is listening to anyone but his Democratic colleagues. But Moses Lake Republican Tom Dent says he’s been able to connect with the governor on a number of issues.
Ag Overtime in 2026
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
A Central Washington lawmaker says he continues to hear from growers across the state who are struggling under Washington's agricultural overtime law.
Made in USA Labeling Rule and Reviving Farm Bill
The Agribusiness Update
A new USDA labeling rule takes effect Jan. 1, tightening standards for when meat, poultry and egg products may be identified as a product of the United States, and Congressional Republicans plan to revive stalled farm bill negotiations in January.
Oregon Wine Board of Directors and Renewed Farm Bill Negotiations
The Agribusiness Update
The Oregon Wine Board announced its new slate of Board officers and the Governor’s appointment of two new board directors to the 2026 Oregon Wine Board of Directors, and House Republicans plan to revive farm bill negotiations in January.
Florida Clears Way for Santa and Renewed Farm Bill Negotiations
The Agribusiness Update
Another Christmas appears to have gone off without a hitch after Florida removed any government red tape that would have interfered with Santa Claus making his Christmas Eve journey across the Sunshine State, and House Republicans plan to revive farm bill negotiations in January.
Legislature and Agriculture-Braun
Fruit Grower Report
When it comes to ag overtime, Senate Republican, John Braun tells the ‘Elephant in the Dome’ podcast that too many urban legislators can’t admit it’s bad policy.
Northwest Climate Survey and Shutdown Warnings or Agriculture
The Agribusiness Update
Northwest researchers are asking for participation to help document weather and climate impacts of the 2025 water year in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho, and top Senate Republican John Thune warns White House that American farmers will continue to suffer during the government shutdown.
Northwest Climate Survey and Shutdown Warnings or Agriculture
The Agribusiness Update
Northwest researchers are asking for participation to help document weather and climate impacts of the 2025 water year in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho, and top Senate Republican John Thune warns White House that American farmers will continue to suffer during the government shutdown.
Georgia Farmers Hit by Shutdown and Shutdown Warnings or Agriculture
The Agribusiness Update
Georgia farmers rely on support from the USDA and other government agencies that are being affected by the federal government shutdown, and top Senate Republican John Thune warns White House that American farmers will continue to suffer during the government shutdown.
Shutdown Til Monday?
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The federal government shutdown is now UNlikely to end before Monday, at least.
Record Value for California Ag Production and U.S. India Trade Talks
The Agribusiness Update
The value of California’s ag production hit a record high last year, according to data from the California Department of Food and Agriculture, and the U.S. and India are stepping up talks to resolve their trade tensions.