Researchers Explore Agave's Future in California Agriculture

California Ag Today
California Farm Bureau's Ag Alert highlights growing interest in agave as a drought-tolerant crop with potential beyond distilled spirits.

Water users reprieve

Idaho Ag Today
Gov. Little recommends proactive solutions to the Idaho Water Resource Board to give Swan Falls trust water users a reprieve for the 2026 irrigation season.

AI and cow health

Idaho Ag Today
Technology can save time and labor, but “good data” is the key

Consider data quality and quantity when choosing your technology partner.

Agri-Pulse Food and Ag Summit and Ag Exports to Iran Possible

The Agribusiness Update
Labor shortages, rising costs and water access emerged as key concerns for farmers during discussions at the 2026 Agri-Pulse Food & Ag Issues Summit, and American farmers could gain a new export market if ongoing negotiations between the U.S. and Iran lead to an agreement allowing unfrozen Iranian assets to be used for food purchases.

New Report Quantifies California's Nut Industry Impact

California Ag Today
Study finds the sector supports nearly 95,000 direct jobs and more than $9 billion in wages.

Fertilizer Prices Plunge and USDA Staffing Shortages

The Agribusiness Update
Fertilizer prices have retreated sharply in recent weeks as concerns over prolonged supply disruptions tied to tensions in the Middle East have eased, and ag and conservation groups want staffing shortages at USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service and Farm Service Agency addressed.

Startup Program Looks for New Ways to Use Dairy

California Ag Today
Applications are open through July 24 for entrepreneurs looking to turn dairy-based ideas into successful products.

Forest Treatments Save and Farm Bill Negotiations Intensify

The Agribusiness Update
Every dollar spent on forest fuel treatments saves about $3.75 in wildfire damages, and Congressional negotiations over the next farm bill have intensified as lawmakers continue debating funding priorities, nutrition programs and conservation spending.

Crawfish Industry Feeling the Squeeze

Southeast Regional Ag News
Imports, labor shortages, and weather extremes are testing resilience.

Prevailing Wage Reform

Fruit Grower Report
When it comes to ag labor, there are plenty of challenges farmers have to deal with, including wages.

E15 Can Offset High Gas Prices and Help Corn Farmers at The Same Time

Line on Agriculture
Renewable Fuels Association President and CEO, Geoff Cooper highlights the role of ethanol in energy security, especially amid high fuel prices and global tensions. He emphasizes the challenges in year-round E15 sales and calls for Congress to pass legislation to allow it permanently.

Labor Shortage in Specialty Crops and USMCA Improvements Pushed

The Agribusiness Update
Labor shortages continue to challenge specialty crop growers, raising concerns about production, harvest and rising costs, and a bipartisan group of senators is urging continued support and improvements to the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement.

Record drought

Idaho Ag Today
IDWR Director issues Emergency Drought Declaration for all 44 Idaho counties.

2026 Florida Woman of the Year in Ag and War Could Add Pressure for Farmers

The Agribusiness Update
Florida Ag Commissioner Wilton Simpson announced Dr. LuJean Waters as the 2026 Woman of the Year in Agriculture, and agricultural economists warn ongoing conflict in the Middle East could put added financial pressure on U.S. farmers.

Food and ag sectors economies

Idaho Ag Today
The combined food and agriculture sectors have a combined massive impact on the U.S. economy, according to a recently released report.

Sweet Trend Fuels Pistachio Boom

California Ag Today
Dubai chocolate’s popularity is helping push prices higher and creating new uses for California pistachios.

H-2A Workforce

Fruit Grower Report
For anyone complaining that workers from other countries are taking away farm jobs from hard working Americans, do your homework.

Trade Mission to Philippines and USDA Data Concerns

The Agribusiness Update
The USDA will lead a trade mission to the Philippines next week, to expand market access for America’s agriculture, and Senators Amy Klobuchar and Jeanne Shaheen led ten Democrats in raising concerns to USDA about the reliability of their data.

Agriculture Powers One Fifth of the U.S. Economy

Southeast Regional Ag News
A new report shows food and ag generate 10.4 trillion dollars annually while supporting millions of jobs nationwide.

Ag financial impact

Idaho Ag Today
According to a recently released report, agriculture continues to be a major part of Idaho’s economy.