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Cage-Free Hens Percentage Grows and USDA Grants for School Lunches
The Agribusiness Update
Cage-free hens comprise a growing percentage of the U.S. egg-laying flock, and two new grant opportunities plus a training and technical assistance partnership to help schools continue to invest in nutritious school meals.
California Drone Applications Easier and Tractor Sales Higher
The Agribusiness Update
California farmers will soon face fewer obstacles getting approved to use drones for aerial applications thanks to a new law that modernizes the certification process, and unit sales of four-wheel-drive ag tractors experienced a notable upswing, closing the third quarter in a strong position.
AgWest Startup Grant Program Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
AgWest Farm Credit has announced a new grant program that provides one-time startup funds of $15,000 for those looking to get their agricultural business off the ground.
AgWest Startup Grant Program Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
AgWest Farm Credit has announced a new grant program that provides one-time startup funds of $15,000 for those looking to get their agricultural business off the ground.
California Drone Legislation and Producer Sentiment Down
The Agribusiness Update
Legislation seeking to make it easier for farmers to use drones for targeted pesticide applications clears first hurdle in the California Assembly, and producer sentiment falls to its weakest reading since last July in the latest Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer Index.
Cargill CEO Expects Food Prices to Drop in 2023 and Black Sea Grain Exports Extended
The Agribusiness Update
Cargill CEO David MacLennan expects food prices to decline in 2023, and Russia extends the Black Sea Grain Export Deal for another 120 days.
Corn-Soy-Cotton Production Down and Organic Ag Trade Higher
The Agribusiness Update
Corn, soy, and cotton production is down from last year, and organic trade ticks higher.
Tyson Refuses to Comply and EPA Appeals Glyphosate Decision
The Agribusiness Update
Tyson Foods refuses to comply with subpoena in possible price gouging case, and EPA appeals glyphosate interim decision.
USTR Asked for Tariff Relief and Cover Crops Increase
The Agribusiness Update
Dozens of farm groups call on USTR Katherine Tai for help with tariffs, and cover crop planting on the increase.
USDA Crop Insurance Updates and Rural Broadband Loans and Grants
The Agribusiness Update
USDA updates crop insurance for farmers, and applications are being accepted for rural broadband loans and grants.
California Avocados Smaller and China's ASF Control Complicated
The Agribusiness Update
This year's avocados from California are expected to be smaller than usual, and China's attempt to control African Swine Fever still complicated.
Bama's Best Chicken Tenders and China ASF Control Complicated
The Agribusiness Update
Bama's Best Chicken Tenders made by Bobby's Restaurant in Eva, and China's efforts to control African Swine Fever remains complicated.
Alabama Ag History and More USDA Aid for Agriculture
The Agribusiness Update
The Alabama Dept of Ag is accepting applications for Century & Heritage Farm and Bicentennial Farm program through August, and USDA prepares to distribute for aid for ag segments impacted by pandemic.
CFAP2 Opens for Farmers and Drought in Western States
The Agribusiness Update
The Coronavirus Food Assistance Program opens for applications for Round 2, and Drought expected to complicate growing season in Western States.
Alabama Row Crops Steady and Drought in Western States
The Agribusiness Update
Alabama row crop acreage expected to remain steady, and drought in Western State expected to complicate growing season.