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USDA Specialty Crop Programs and AG Trade Trip to Morocco
The Agribusiness Update
Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the creation of new programs to help farmers who grow fruits, vegetables, and nuts overcome market barriers, and Reps from 50 U.S. agribusinesses and trade groups and 14 state departments of agriculture will travel to Casablanca, Morocco, December 2-5.
Budget Battle
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
With elections looming, the Congressional calendar is tight. Right now, Congress is locked in a funding battle and American Farm Bureau's Emily Buckman says the deadline is approaching fast.
Potato LEAF 2024 Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Potato LEAF, or the Potato Industry Leadership Education Advancement Foundation, has a leadership training opportunity with historical roots, at Gettysburg.
Potato LEAF 2024 Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Potato LEAF, or the Potato Industry Leadership Education Advancement Foundation, has a leadership training opportunity with historical roots, at Gettysburg.
Georgia Christmas Tree Headed to V.P. and Potential Farm Bill Problems
The Agribusiness Update
Georgia Christmas Tree grower wins contest that puts one of his trees in Vice President Harris' home, and looking ahead to potential problems with Farm Bill.
California Specialty Crop Grant Program and Potential Farm Bill Problems
The Agribusiness Update
California getting $45.5 million from USDA's Specialty Crop Grant Program, and Potential Farm Bill problems in 2023.
Stepped-Up Basis with Grassley
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley says ending the stepped-up basis treatment of farms and ranches may not be over yet.
Georgia's Cotton Leaf Roll Dwarf Virus and Hurricane Ida Food Packages
The Agribusiness Update
Georgia growers battling Cotton Leaf Roll Dwarf Virus, and USDA offers food packages for Louisiana families impacted by Hurricane Ida.
Florida Sends Firefighters West and ASF Efforts in Dominican Republic
The Agribusiness Update
Florida Ag Commission Nikki Fried deploys firefighters west to battle wildfires, and efforts are underway in the Dominican Republic to prevent the spread of African Swine Fever to U.S. shores.
King County Farmer Pt 3
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
King County farmers, like farmers everywhere, are facing an uphill battle when it comes to being productive.
King County Farmer Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
King County farmers, like farmers everywhere, are facing an uphill battle when it comes to being productive.
King County Farmer Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
King County farmers, like farmers everywhere, are facing an uphill battle when it comes to being productive.
Rain & Large Lemons and Farm Connectivity
The Agribusiness Update
Extra rain in California means large lemons this year, and NASS finds farm internet is still far from universal.
China Waiting Out U.S. on Trade and Broccoli for Chicken Study
The Agribusiness Update
Economist says China just wants to survive Trump, and UC Davis study see nutritional benefits adding broccoli byproducts to chicken feed.
FCC Presiding Over Rural Broadband and Farm Bill Urgency
The Agribusiness Update
FCC is presiding over debate on rural broadband, and Farm Bill urgency up in wake of Chinese tariffs.
Alt-Meat Regulations and Milk Options Hurt Dairy
The Agribusiness Update
Beef groups petition USDA to establish naming regulations for alt-meats, and more milk options hurt dairy production.
Supporting Veterans In Sustainable Farming
Food Forethought
Social action campaign champions growing network of combat veterans who are transitioning into careers as sustainable farmers, ranchers and artisan food producers.