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California Almond Crop Shocking and First Case of Screwworm in Human
The Agribusiness Update
On the eve of harvest, the USDA released an unexpectedly high California almond crop forecast of 3 billion pounds, and the Department of Health and Human Services reports the first human case of New World Screwworm in the U.S.
U.S.-E.U. Reach Trade Deal and California's Last Sugarbeet Plant Shutters
The Agribusiness Update
The U.S. and the European Union announced the framework of an Agreement on Reciprocal, Fair, and Balanced Trade, and California’s last factory that turns sugarbeets into sugar is shutting down after 78 years.
U.S.-E.U. Reach Trade Deal and California's Last Sugarbeet Plant Shutters
The Agribusiness Update
The U.S. and the European Union announced the framework of an Agreement on Reciprocal, Fair, and Balanced Trade, and California’s last factory that turns sugarbeets into sugar is shutting down after 78 years.
Gray Wolf Needs Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Washington Policy Center’s Director of Agriculture, Pam Lewison says last year’s slight decline of the wolf population isn’t likely due to neglect.
Gray Wolf Needs Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Washington Policy Center’s Director of Agriculture, Pam Lewison says last year’s slight decline of the wolf population isn’t likely due to neglect.
Big Beautiful Bill and Farm Bill Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Kam Quarles, CEO at the National Potato Council, says yes, we’re still waiting for a new farm bill, but the recently passed ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ will help.
Declining Workforce Numbers and Tariff Threats - Mexico and EU
The Agribusiness Update
Declining labor force participation are combining to squeeze the U.S. labor supply, and after weeks of negotiations failed to produce a trade deal, President Trump threatened August 1st tariffs for Mexico and EU.
Big Beautiful Bill and Farm Bill Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Kam Quarles, CEO at the National Potato Council, says yes, we’re still waiting for a new farm bill, but the recently passed ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ will help.
California Organic Conversion and USDA Terminates some DEI Awards
The Agribusiness Update
As organic acreage trends lower, California’s goals to combat climate change requires converting 20% of its cropland to organic by 2045, and Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins says the USDA will terminate more than 145 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion focused awards.
Georgia Peaches to Mexico and USDA Terminates some DEI Awards
The Agribusiness Update
Georgia Ag Commissioner announces that Georgia Grown peaches have been exported to Mexico for the first time in 27 years, and Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins says the USDA will terminate more than 145 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion focused awards.
African Swine Fever Vaccines and Crop Acreage Reports Deadline
The Agribusiness Update
The World Organization for Animal Health recently adopted an African Swine Fever vaccine standard to help control the disease, and after spring planting, ag producers should make an appointment with their county Farm Service Agency to complete crop acreage reports before the deadline.
African Swine Fever Vaccines and Crop Acreage Reports Deadline
The Agribusiness Update
The World Organization for Animal Health recently adopted an African Swine Fever vaccine standard to help control the disease, and after spring planting, ag producers should make an appointment with their county Farm Service Agency to complete crop acreage reports before the deadline.
SAFE Training for Drones and U.S.-China Negotiations Back On
The Agribusiness Update
Mississippi State University made agricultural aviation history hosting the nation’s first Self-Regulating Application and Flight Efficiency training for spray drones, and Senior U.S. and Chinese negotiators are back at the table after trade negotiations broke down.
Expanding Our Roots Program and U.S.-China Negotiations Back On
The Agribusiness Update
California's Expanding Our Roots program aims to help newcomers navigate the complexities of farming and ranching with seasoned pros who share their knowledge, and Senior U.S. and Chinese negotiators are back at the table after trade negotiations broke down.
Expanding Our Roots Program and U.S.-China Negotiations Back On
The Agribusiness Update
California's Expanding Our Roots program aims to help newcomers navigate the complexities of farming and ranching with seasoned pros who share their knowledge, and Senior U.S. and Chinese negotiators are back at the table after trade negotiations broke down.
Georgia Bills Provide Farmer Relief and Canada's Focus on Trade
The Agribusiness Update
During a May 8 ceremony, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp signed two bills into law designed to provide financial relief for Georgia’s farmers, and Canada's new ag minister says tackling trade issues with China and the U.S. are his most pressing priorities.
Farm Bankruptcies on Rise and New Tariff on Mexican Tomatoes
The Agribusiness Update
After a four-year downward trend, U.S. farm bankruptcies are on the rise again, and the Trump administration plans to put a nearly 21% duty on fresh Mexican tomatoes starting July 14.
Northern Giant Hornet Eradicated and Rural Economy Still Uncertain
The Agribusiness Update
The Washington State Department of Agriculture and USDA have declared the northern giant hornet eradicated from Washington and the U.S., and while U.S. continues benefiting from solid economic growth, the rural economic outlook remains uncertain.