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Diesel Prices Debate
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Higher diesel prices were the topic of debate at a recent Senate Ag Committee hearing.
Farmers for FWMA Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Third generation Idaho family farmer talks about why the Farm Workforce Modernization Act is so important and why the ag community needs to be in contact with their lawmakers to let them know.
Farmers for FWMA Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Third generation Idaho family farmer talks about why the Farm Workforce Modernization Act is so important and why the ag community needs to be in contact with their lawmakers to let them know.
Hurrican Ian Estimates in Florida and E15 to Replenish Fuel Supply
The Agribusiness Update
Preliminary assessments of the agricultural losses tied to Hurricane Ian hit $1.5 billion, and National Corn Growers Association calls on policymakers to use ethanol as a solution to the nation's fuel supply problems.
Election and Agriculture Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Michael Torrey, of Michael Torrey and Associates, says the upcoming midterm election could have a serious impact on agriculture policy, including the Farm Bill.
Election and Agriculture Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Michael Torrey, of Michael Torrey and Associates, says the upcoming midterm election could have a serious impact on agriculture policy, including the Farm Bill.
Net Cash Farm Income Higher and FSA Equity Investigation
The Agribusiness Update
USDA forecasts net cash farm income to increase 8.7% over last year, and USDA's Farm Service Agency investigation over equity concerns.
Modernized ESA Regulations Reinstated and September Wheat Production Unchanged
The Agribusiness Update
Modernized Endangered Species Act regulations will be reinstated after a Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled a district court improperly vacated 2019 revisions, and USDA's September wheat production forecast is unchanged from August.
Purple Limes and More Corn Acreage Next Year
The Agribusiness Update
A new transgenic lime developed by USDA scientists could make your next margarita purple, and U.S. farmers to grow 5% more corn next year according to a new survey.
Georgia Governor Receive 4-H Honors and More Corn Acreage Next Year
The Agribusiness Update
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp and first lady Marty Kemp receive Green Jacket Award from Georgia 4-H, and U.S. farmers to plant more corn acreage next year according to a new survey.
Ag Conservationists
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
American Farm Bureau Federation Vice President Scott VanderWal testifies before Senate in support of Livestock Regulatory Protection Act to emphasize that farmers and ranchers are the original conservationists.
Livestock Regulatory Protection Act Before Senate Committee
Southeast Regional Ag News
American Farm Bureau Federation Vice President Scott VanderWal testified to the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee Wednesday to express his support.
Drought Hits California Production and U.S. Farmland Prices Increase
The Agribusiness Update
A third year of drought is causing a drop in production for California farmers and ranchers, and U.S. farmland prices increase 12.4 % over last year.
UF Strawberry Flavor Study and U.S. Farmland Prices Increase
The Agribusiness Update
University of Florida study looks to improve strawberry flavor, and U.S. farmland prices increase 12.4% over last year.
Ag in the Inflation Reduction Act
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Climate-smart agriculture is a big part of the Inflation Reduction Act that has passed in the Senate and is now on its way to the House where Democrats will likely pass it.
Inflation Reduction Act Expected Friday in U.S. House
Southeast Regional Ag News
With climate change emission reductions a big part of the bill, the debate over cost and impact is heating up
FWMA in Senate
Fruit Grower Report
U.S. Representative Dan Newhouse says the push is on to convince Senators to pass the Farm Workforce Modernization Act to help both ag employers and workers.
Georgia Disaster Designations and Next Gen Fuels Act
The Agribusiness Update
USDA designates 10 Georgia counties for disaster eligibility for emergency loans, and legislation called the Next Generation Fuels Act introduced in both the House and Senate.
Strawberry Genes Fight Deadly Disease and Next Gen Fuels Act
The Agribusiness Update
UC Davis researchers find a gene in strawberries that may ward off deadly Fusarium wilt, and legislation introduced called the Next Generation Fuels Act in both House and Senate.
FORESTS Act Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
A "common sense" approach to forest management could come in the form of the FORESTS Act.