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H-2A Program Growth Renews Labor Reform Conversation
Southeast Regional Ag News
As use of the H-2A guest worker program climbs, proposed legislation aims to modernize rules that have remained largely unchanged for nearly 40 years.
John Rich Named Special Envoy for American Landowners, Vows to Fight Regulatory Burden
Line on Agriculture
John Rich, a country music artist and newly appointed special envoy for American landowners, aims to represent landowners to the federal government, addressing issues with various agencies like the EPA, HUD, and USDA. He is working to reverse regulations imposed by the Biden administration that he believes negatively impact farmers and ranchers, contributing to their inability to be cash flow positive.
California Avocado Commission Calls for Seasonal Import Policy
California Ag Today
New advocacy campaign highlights trade concerns ahead of negotiations with Mexico.
FUSION Leadership Conference Opens Friday in Orlando
Southeast Regional Ag News
Agricultural leaders from across the Southeast are invited to connect, learn and explore leadership at Florida Farm Bureau's annual conference.
California Almond Exports Get a Boost in Europe
California Ag Today
New EU trade agreement creates a duty-free opportunity for eligible U.S. almond shipments through 2029.
Specialty Crop Growers: Have You Applied Yet?
Southeast Regional Ag News
The USDA Assistance for Specialty Crop Farmers Program is still accepting applications through local FSA offices and online.
Autonomous Tractors Roll Into Sugarcane
Southeast Regional Ag News
U.S. Sugar launches what it says is the nation's largest commercial deployment of autonomous tractors in the American sugar industry
National Award Seeks California Veterans in Agriculture
California Ag Today
The winning applicant will receive a $10,000 prize and national recognition from the American Farm Bureau Federation.
DOJ Settlement Puts Egg Prices Back in the Spotlight
Southeast Regional Ag News
Proposed antitrust settlements allege three egg producers coordinated bids that influenced wholesale egg prices during the record price run-up.
Holiday Celebrations Meet Summer Fire Risk
Southeast Regional Ag News
Recent rains have helped, but dry conditions still linger in parts of the region heading into the Fourth of July.
California to Host North American Blueberry Convention
California Ag Today
Monterey welcomes the annual gathering featuring the Blueberry Boost Accelerator and Blueberry Night at the Aquarium.
Citrus vs. Summer Stress
California Ag Today
Heat can impact fruit quality long before harvest, making early-season protection increasingly important.
Science Helps Verify Cotton's Origin
California Ag Today
The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol is adding forensic testing to strengthen confidence in cotton supply chains.
Reopened Shipping Lane Brings Cautious Optimism
Southeast Regional Ag News
Fertilizer industry leaders say the Strait of Hormuz reopening is positive, but challenges remain.
Support USDA Offices and Agricultural Act of 2026
The Agribusiness Update
Over 100 ag groups urging Congress to provide additional funding and staffing support for local USDA Farm Service Agency and Natural Resources Conservation Service offices, and calling it the “Agricultural Act of 2026,” Senate Ag Chair John Boozman releases bill discussion text.
Florida Pavillion at Great American State Fair and Agricultural Act of 2026
The Agribusiness Update
Governor Ron DeSantis is celebrating the opening of the Florida Pavilion at the Great American State Fair, and calling it the “Agricultural Act of 2026,” Senate Ag Chair John Boozman releases bill discussion text.
Pasture Mealybug Confirmed in Florida
Southeast Regional Ag News
The invasive insect can weaken grasses and spread quickly if not reported and managed.
Fertilizer Shipping Resumes, But Recovery Will Take Time
California Ag Today
The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz is welcome news, but industry leaders say fertilizer markets won't rebound overnight.
American Ag trade
Idaho Ag Today
Opportunities for ag trade in two South American nations. Argentina and then to Ecuador, both of which signed agreements on reciprocal trade.
Your View Matters in Drought Tracking
Southeast Regional Ag News
Producers can submit observations that help experts better understand conditions on the ground.