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Trade Deficit Record Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
USDA is projecting a record trade deficit next year at a time of sharply declining commodity prices.
Latest Ag Trade
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The latest Ag trade figures are ‘mixed’ as bipartisan criticism of the White House’s refusal to do free trade deals continues.
Number of US Wheat Farms Dropping and Beef Exports to Plummet
The Agribusiness Update
The Economic Research Service says the number of U.S. wheat farms has dropped substantially over time, and in 2024, U.S. beef exports are expected to be about 83% lower than 2023.
Bayer Invests Millions in Ukraine Corn and Senators Push to End Death Tax
The Agribusiness Update
Bayer announces a $65-million investment in its corn seed production facility in Ukraine, and Senators push for end to the "Death Tax."
Bayer Invests Millions in Ukraine Corn and Senators Push to End Death Tax
The Agribusiness Update
Bayer announces a $65-million investment in its corn seed production facility in Ukraine, and Senators push for end to the "Death Tax."
Crop Insurance in Farm Bill
Fruit Grower Report
Senate Ag members stress the importance of crop insurance and restructured commodity programs in the next Farm Bill.
Farm Profits Down
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Staggering farm input costs are driving Ag profits into the ground.
Global Food Crisis Coming and Changes to GHG Modeling for Biofuels
The Agribusiness Update
A global food crisis is expected this fall amid the war in Ukraine and other factors, and lawmakers push for changes to the greenhouse gas modeling for biofuels.
USTR Ag Negotiator
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Pressure is mounting for the U.S. Trade Representative's office and the White House to name a new Ag Negotiator, a position that's been unfilled now for 14 months.
Energy Inflation
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
GOP Senators say Administration needs to do something about soaring fuel prices,and do it NOW!
California Beehive Thefts and Ocean Shipping Reform Act
The Agribusiness Update
Beehive thefts are on the rise in California, and the Ocean Shipping Reform Act is introduced in the Senate.
Bipartisan Ag Risk Coverage and French on Alt-Meat
The Agribusiness Update
A Republican and Democrat join forces to introduce legislation to improve Agriculture Risk Coverage, and French take hard-line on labeling alt-meat products.