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Spuds and Japan
Idaho Ag Today
Idaho and U.S. potato farmers had hopes that the recent trade agreement with Japan would include market access for fresh U.S. potatoes.
Florida Commissioner Highlights 2026 Farm Bill Proposals
Southeast Regional Ag News
The Commissioner’s office outlines key provisions in the 2026 Florida Farm Bill aimed at agriculture, public safety, and consumer protection.
Florida Legislators of the Year and SNAP-WIC Benefits Ending November 1
The Agribusiness Update
Senator Nick DiCeglie (dih-SEG-lee) and Rep. J.J. Grow have been named the 2025 Florida Farm Bureau Legislators of the Year, and millions face losing their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits on November 1.
Legislators and Ag
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
On the ‘Elephant in the Dome’ podcast, State Senator John Braun said farmers are often the target of an urban vs rural take on a couple of different issues.
Possible Government Shutdown
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
A government shutdown looms in less than three weeks and lawmakers still can’t agree on how to avert it or the impact on constituents, including farmers and ranchers.
Farmers and Big Beautiful Bill
Idaho Ag Today
Ag producers and a recent visit with Idaho Senator Mike Crapo.
Crapo and big beautiful bill
Idaho Ag Today
U.S. Senator Mike Crapo says the One Big Beautiful Bill is One Big Beautiful win for Idaho farmers and ranchers.
Ag Economics and Tariffs
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
GOP Senator Chuck Grassley says today’s modern economy is way different from the tariff days of the 1930s when the Smoot-Hawley Act imposed 20% tariffs and was blamed for worsening the Great Depression.
USDA Reorganizing Consultation
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
A senior GOP senator has slammed USDA for not consulting with lawmakers in advance on its reorganization plans.
55% of Consumers Confident in Food Safety and World Hunger Numbers Down
The Agribusiness Update
Only 55% of U.S. consumers are confident in the safety of our food systems, and an estimated 8.2% of the global population experienced hunger in 2024, down from 8.5% in 2023 and 8.7% in 22.
California Peach Harvest and New Trade Deals Benefit Agriculture
The Agribusiness Update
Mild July temperatures in California’s Central Valley were kind to peaches used for canning as farmers harvested their early varieties, and new trade deals between the U.S. and countries around the world will directly benefit America’s farmers and ranchers.
New Georgia Ag Bills Go Into Effect and New Trade Deals Benefit Agriculture
The Agribusiness Update
On July 1, a number of bills dealing with agriculture and passed by the Georgia General Assembly went into effect, and new trade deals between the U.S. and countries around the world will directly benefit America’s farmers and ranchers.
Trade Deals for Ag
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Details are sketchy, but the broad outlines of recent U.S. trade deals show promise for U.S. farm exports and some unexpected gains.
Alabama Farmers Federation Support Tuberville and Ground Beef Prices Soar
The Agribusiness Update
The Alabama Farmers Federation has endorsed Senator Tommy Tuberville for Alabama governor, and ground beef prices continue hitting record-high levels.
Senators Demand Answers on Cancelled Ag Funding
California Ag Today
U.S. Senator Adam Schiff joins call for transparency after USDA pulls nearly $149 million in awards.
Rupert Square
Idaho Ag Today
Idaho State Legislator, Senator Kelly AnthonWell, welcome to the Rupert Square.
Pricing Farmers Out Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Farmers in Washington state are being forced out of business by the growing number of challenges thrown at them. 10th District Senator Ron Muzzall chimes in.
Bee Numbers Impact on Almonds and EU Open to Lowering Tariffs
The Agribusiness Update
Despite concerns earlier this year that there would not be enough bees to pollinate the 2025 almond crop, it does not appear to have affected production, and The EU says it’s open to lowering tariffs on U.S. fertilizer imports.
Bee Numbers Impact on Almonds and EU Open to Lowering Tariffs
The Agribusiness Update
Despite concerns earlier this year that there would not be enough bees to pollinate the 2025 almond crop, it does not appear to have affected production, and The EU says it’s open to lowering tariffs on U.S. fertilizer imports.