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Career Change Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
70-year-old Roger Lemstrom got into the wine business after finishing wine school and purchasing a vineyard in Northeastern Oregon eight years ago, and is loving his new life.
Career Change Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
70-year-old Roger Lemstrom got into the wine business after finishing wine school and purchasing a vineyard in Northeastern Oregon eight years ago, and is loving his new life.
California's New Farm Labor Laws and Northern Lights Play Havoc on Farms
The Agribusiness Update
California’s new farm labor organizing law has delivered wins for the union but also a string of allegations from employers, farmworkers and labor organizers, and the Northern Lights lit up skies around the U.S., but also played havoc with farmers during spring planting.
Alabama Bans Cultured Meat and Northern Lights Play Havoc on Farms
The Agribusiness Update
Alabama is now the second state to ban the sale of cultured meat, and the Northern Lights lit up skies around the U.S., but also played havoc with farmers during spring planting.
Steelhead & Water Rights and Farmers Being Financially Cautious
The Agribusiness Update
A state determination that Southern California steelhead trout need additional protections could mean tighter water restrictions, and low commodity prices, high input costs, and disappointing 2023 growing season results are influencing farmer decisions this year.
Steelhead & Water Rights and Farmers Being Financially Cautious
The Agribusiness Update
A state determination that Southern California steelhead trout need additional protections could mean tighter water restrictions, and low commodity prices, high input costs, and disappointing 2023 growing season results are influencing farmer decisions this year.
Corn Production Varies and Farm Income Expected Down in 2024
The Agribusiness Update
Corn production in Southern states expected to vary, and U.S. farm income will decline modestly in 2024 and then run at historically high levels in the near term.
Big Gains for Blueberry Consumption and USDA's June Planted Acreage Estimates
The Agribusiness Update
With imports now at nearly 60% of total blueberry supplies, blueberry consumption has seen big gains in recent years, and USDA releases June Planted Acreage Estimates
and 4th of July Cookout Cost More
The Agribusiness Update
Southern corn rust found in two Georgia counties, and celebrating the 4th of July with a cookout will cost significantly more than two years ago.
Socially Disadvantaged Farmers and Lawmakers Message to Automakers
The Agribusiness Update
USDA data shows where socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers tend to be, and over 100 lawmakers send letter to automakers expressing concerns over removal of AM radio in future vehicles.
UGA & Southern Sustainable Ag Research and More AM Radio Concerns
The Agribusiness Update
The University of Georgia will continue to serve as host institution for the Southern Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education program, and more lawmakers are expressing their concerns over word that automakers will be leaving AM radio out of future vehicles.
Wolf Drones Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
USDA researchers in Southern Oregon are using drones to see if they can chase wolves away that are attacking cattle.
Wolf Drones Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
USDA researchers in Southern Oregon are using drones to see if they can chase wolves away that are attacking cattle.
Canada Requests Corn Talks with Mexico and Helios' Supply Chain AI
The Agribusiness Update
Canada requests talks with Mexico over biotech corn import ban, and Helios Articial Intelligence launches open beta of platform to identify ag supply chain disruptions.
Souther States Cooperative 100th Years and USDA Expanding Wildfire Efforts
The Agribusiness Update
Southern States Cooperative is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2023, and USDA officials say they are expanding efforts to reduce wildfire risks in western U.S.
Georgia Corn Rust Alert and American Egg Production Down
The Agribusiness Update
Georgia corn producers should be on the alert for southern corn rust that's shown up in 15 counties, and USDA data shows American egg production drops slightly from 2021.
Southern Rust in Georgia Corn and Smithfield Foods to Shut California Plant
The Agribusiness Update
Southern rust has been confirmed on two South Georgia corn fields, and Smithfield Foods announces plan to shut down all harvest and processing operations at Vernon, California plant.
Southern Peanut Conference and Red Meat Exports Solid
The Agribusiness Update
The 23rd Annual Southern Peanut Growers Conference is coming up in July, and USMEF reports first quarter U.S. red meat exports impressive despite economic and logistical challenges.
Cold Snap Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Washington State Tree Fruit Association's Tim Kovis says the recent patch of cold weather was a mixed bag for growers who will be keeping an eye on their orchards for possible damage.
Cold Snap Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
Washington State Tree Fruit Association's Tim Kovis says the recent patch of cold weather was a mixed bag for growers who will be keeping an eye on their orchards for possible damage.