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Mexican Tomato Agreement and U.S. Denies Japan's Tariff Exemption
The Agribusiness Update
Mexican Ag Minister Julio Berdegue reaches agreements with Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins on Mexican tomato imports, and the U.S. has denied Japan’s push for full exemption from both “reciprocal” and country-specific tariffs.
Congressional Calls for a New Farm BIll and U.S.-China Trade Optimism
The Agribusiness Update
House Ag Committee Ranking Member Angie Craig is calling for the Farm Bill to get done, and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expressed optimism that “substantial progress” in U.S./China trade negotiations.
Beef Trade 2025 Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Despite many current challenges, U.S. Meat Export Federation, President and CEO Dan Halstrom says producing food for America and the world is always a challenge.
Tax Relief and Federal Aid on the Way for Farmers Hit by Hurricane Helene
Southeast Regional Ag News
Georgia’s governor has signed off on tax breaks for producers recovering from Hurricane Helene, helping keep more federal disaster relief in farmers’ pockets. With federal dollars set to start flowing soon, Southeast ag producers may finally see some much-needed relief.
Beef Trade 2025 Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Despite many current challenges, U.S. Meat Export Federation, President and CEO Dan Halstrom says producing food for America and the world is always a challenge.
UK Trade Deal - USMEF
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Good news or the U.S. cattle industry as the U.S. and U.K. announce the framework of a trade agreement that would allow some duty-free beef trade between the two countries.
Trade Barriers
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
USDA Undersecretary for Trade nominee Luke Lindberg tells Senate Ag Leaders that the U.S. for too long has let other nations “rig” farm trade against American producers.
Trade Wins
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
USDA Undersecretary for Trade nominee Luke Lindberg is predicting trade wins for farmers, rebuffing repeated attacks by Senate Ag Democrats on the president’s tariffs.
Sustainable Groundwater Act and Round 2 of Specialty Crop Assistance
The Agribusiness Update
California’s Sustainable Groundwater Management Act has reshaped groundwater use for many farmers and groundwater users, and Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins announced a second round of payments for producers through the Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops Program.
California Farmers Foreign Relationships and USDA Trade Mission to Hong Kong
The Agribusiness Update
Tariffs and retaliatory tariffs have California farmers doing what they can to preserve their relationships with foreign buyers, and USDA will lead a trade mission to Hong Kong May 12-16 to enhance market access and expand American ag exports.
Tariffs or Not Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Should Congress have more say in how and when tariffs are imposed on our trading partners, and are the current tariffs working as the President hoped?
Tariffs or Not Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
Should Congress have more say in how and when tariffs are imposed on our trading partners, and are the current tariffs working as the President hoped?
China Talks - Grassley
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The White House needs to stop negotiating so publicly with China on tariffs, according to a top US Ag and trade senator.
US Cattle and Pork Producers Losers in China Trade War
Line on Agriculture
US produces specific beef products for China due to their specific labels and product specifications.
Meat Exports to China
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
With China imposing retaliatory tariffs in response to U.S. “reciprocal” tariffs, China’s effective duty rate on U.S. pork has reached 172%, while U.S. beef is tariffed at 147%.
Perdue Confirmed as Ambassador to China Amid Trade Tensions
Southeast Regional Ag News
Former Georgia Senator David Perdue, a Republican and former business executive, takes the role as the U.S. and China remain in a tense tariff dispute that could reshape global trade.
Breaking Down The Wall Between Startups and Big Corporates
Farm of the Future
Since 2022, CNH Ventures has been trying bridge the gap between fast-moving startups and experienced ag teams.
California Farmland Values Drop and Off-Farm Income Keeps Farms Running
The Agribusiness Update
The value of some California farmland declined from 2023 to 24, and for most U.S. farm households, off-farm jobs help keep their operations running.
GA-Grown You-Pick Agritourism Map and Off-Farm Income Keeps Farms Running
The Agribusiness Update
The launch of the 2025 Georgia Grown You-Pick Agritourism Map, the ultimate guide to fresh, hands-on farm adventures across the state will soon be released, and for most U.S. farm households, off-farm jobs help keep their operations running.
Tariffs Needed to Correct Fair Trade for Cattle Producers
Line on Agriculture
The National Cattlemen's Beef Association says more trade agreements, correction of unfair trade practices, and holding trading partners accountable for not meeting agreement terms are all needed for a level playing field for beef producers.