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WAGE SURVEY Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
A new survey for employees in the ag industry will soon take effect that, in theory, addresses concerns about wage suppression in the H-2A guest worker program, but Washington Policy Center's Ag Director Pam Lewison says it's off base.
WAGE SURVEY Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
A new survey for employees in the ag industry will soon take effect that, in theory, addresses concerns about wage suppression in the H-2A guest worker program, but Washington Policy Center's Ag Director Pam Lewison says it's off base.
New Wage Survey Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Another ag worker survey was created in the past legislative session that many in ag feel is unnecessary.
New Wage Survey Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
Another ag worker survey was created in the past legislative session that many in ag feel is unnecessary.
Final Packers and Stockyards Act and AM for Every Vehicle Act Gains Support
The Agribusiness Update
The National Cattlemen's Beef Association responds to USDA's final Packers and Stockyards rule, and the AM for Every Vehicle Act hits the magic number of 218 voting co-sponsors it needs to ensure passage through the House of Representatives.
Petting Your Way to Heavier Calves
Southeast Regional Ag News
Want to wean a heavier calf? Maybe you should….pet it. I’m not joking. It’s a concept that is now being studied.
Send A Message-WSTFA Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Folks in the tree fruit industry, and agriculture in general, are being encouraged to speak up and help educate lawmakers in Olympia about the good and the bad in the changes they propose.
Send A Message-WSTFA Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
Folks in the tree fruit industry, and agriculture in general, are being encouraged to speak up and help educate lawmakers in Olympia about the good and the bad in the changes they propose.
U.S. Wine Sales Slow and Net Cash Farm Income Down
The Agribusiness Update
U.S. and foreign winemakers are struggling to sell their product, and leaders are increasingly focused on anti-alcohol messaging, and USDA’s Economic Research Service forecasts U.S. net cash farm income will decrease 25.8% in 2024.
Discrimination Financial Assistance and Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act
The Agribusiness Update
Farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners who experienced discrimination in USDA farm lending programs before January 2021 may be eligible for assistance, and the National Milk Producers Federation applaud House for passing the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act.
Discrimination Financial Assistance and Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act
The Agribusiness Update
Farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners who experienced discrimination in USDA farm lending programs before January 2021 may be eligible for assistance, and the National Milk Producers Federation applaud House for passing the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act.
Hyper Infusion Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Dams on the Snake River are vital to irrigated agriculture, so finding an alternative to dam removal in order to save salmon runs would fit both needs. And Merck Animal Health think they have the answer!
Hyper Infusion Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
Dams on the Snake River are vital to irrigated agriculture, so finding an alternative to dam removal in order to save salmon runs would fit both needs. And Merck Animal Health think they have the answer!
WFB Advocacy Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
With a lot of unfinished business on the table from the last legislative session, the Washington Farm Bureau could use more voices to help get agriculture’s message across.
WFB Advocacy Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
With a lot of unfinished business on the table from the last legislative session, the Washington Farm Bureau could use more voices to help get agriculture’s message across.
Cherry Health Benefits Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Whether it’s the great taste or the health-benefits, Northwest cherry growers have got a great option, and Northwest Cherry Growers President BJ Thurlby says that’s the message they want to send.
Cherry Health Benefits Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
Whether it’s the great taste or the health-benefits, Northwest cherry growers have got a great option, and Northwest Cherry Growers President BJ Thurlby says that’s the message they want to send.
Secure Border Act Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
The Secure Border Act of 2023 has passed in the House and now moves on to the Senate and Representative Dan Newhouse says he voted for it because it includes both border security and ag workforce reform.
Secure Border Act Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
The Secure Border Act of 2023 has passed in the House and now moves on to the Senate and Representative Dan Newhouse says he voted for it because it includes both border security and ag workforce reform.
Florida Foreign Purchases of Ag Land and Gas Prices Fall Again
The Agribusiness Update
Florida Ag Commissioner is pleased with the passage of Senate bill aimed at stopping foreign powers from buying ag lands, and the average National gas price fall for the third straight week.