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7 Georgia Counties Natural Disasters and ASF in Dominican Republic
The Agribusiness Update
Seven Georgia counties have been designated natural disaster areas due to floods and freezing temps, and African Swine Fever outbreak has been confirmed in Dominican Republic.
Hemp Pilot Program Extension and Chlorpyrifos Assessment by EPA
The Agribusiness Update
National Industrial Hemp Council pushes for extension of Hemp Pilot Program, and EPA assessment concludes chlorpyrifos poses no risk to children.
Hemp Pilot Program Extension and Chlorpyrifos Assessment by EPA
The Agribusiness Update
National Industrial Hemp Council pushes for extension of Hemp Pilot Program, and EPA assessment concludes chlorpyrifos poses no risk to children.
Hemp Pilot Program Extension and Chlorpyrifos Assessment by EPA
The Agribusiness Update
National Industrial Hemp Council pushes for extension of Hemp Pilot Program, and EPA assessment concludes chlorpyrifos poses no risk to children.
Inslee's Apple Maggot Gift and CFAP Round 2
The Agribusiness Update
Washington Governor Jay Inslee delivers maggot-infested apples from his back yard to Eastern Washington wildfire victims, and Round 2 of the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program contains up to $14-billion for agriculture.
Inslee's Apple Maggot Gift and CFAP Round 2
The Agribusiness Update
Washington Governor Jay Inslee delivers maggot-infested apples from his back yard to Eastern Washington wildfire victims, and Round 2 of the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program contains up to $14-billion for agriculture.
COVID Impact on Grain Markets and UK-Japan Strike Trade Deal
The Agribusiness Update
COVID-19 could push grain markets lower in coming year, and the U.K. and Japan strike trade deal called the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement.
COVID Impact on Grain Markets and UK-Japan Strike Trade Deal
The Agribusiness Update
COVID-19 could push grain markets lower in coming year, and the U.K. and Japan strike trade deal called the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement.
Net Zero Carbon Goals Bad and 2020 Big Investment for Ag and Food Tech
The Agribusiness Update
Georgia Representative Austin Scott says goal for net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 bad for farmers, and 2020 has seen big investment for agriculture and food tech.
The Almond Board’s Four-Cent Assessment Has Been Sunset
California Tree Nut Report
Richard Waycott and Holly King
ASF Forum in Mexico and California Fire Damage
The Agribusiness Update
National Pork Producers Council attends African Swine Fever forum in Mexico, and it will take some time to assess wildfire damage in California.
California Glyphosate Cancerous and Ag Economy Recovery Slow
The Agribusiness Update
Appellate Court sides with California that glyphosate is a carcinogen, and Univ. of Missouri think tank says Ag Economy decline is over but recovery is slow.
Florida Citrus Hit Hard by Irma and Micotil 300 Warning
The Agribusiness Update
Florida citrus crops hit hard by Irma weeks before harvest, and FDA warns of dangers from livestock antibiotic Micotil 300.
Farm Revenue on Rise and Harvey Damage to Farms
The Agribusiness Update
The USDA reports Farm Revenue is on the rise, and damage from Hurricane Harvey found with livestock and in-harvested crops.
Conservation Effects Assessment Program
Colorado Ag Today
The Conservation Effects Assessment Program preliminary screening is happening now throughout the state. Through a cooperative agreement with Natural Resources Conservation Services, the National Ag Statistics Service's Colorado staff are out in the field.
Self Assessment is Critical
Farm of the Future
Many of us take this time of year to reflect on the achievements of the past year and look to the new year ahead. Taking the time away from the usual tasks, to assess your ag operation, your management, your strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats is important to successfully mapping your farm or ranch's future.
Seeking Public Input On New Beef Checkoff Program
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The USDA's Agricultural Marketing Service is asking for public comment on a new beef checkoff program in an effort to "guide its development".
Climate Change
Food Forethought
The National Climate Assessment report will undoubtedly stir up even more intense political debate.
Stone Fruit Assessment, Meat Ban, & Proposed Export Terminal
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Cherry and stone fruit growers approve increased assessments, Russia bans U.S. meats, and thousands offer comment on proposed shipping terminal.