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Strawberry Demand Boosts Plantings and Rail Service Delays
The Agribusiness Update
Strong demand for strawberries has boosted plantings on California farms, and Growth Energy calls for action on rail delays.
Domestic Fertilizer Boost and Safeguard Changes for Japanese Beef Imports
The Agribusiness Update
The USDA seeks to boost domestic fertilizer production, and Japan lowers safeguards on U.S. Beef Imports.
Ukraine Invasion Hits Gas Prices and Food Insecurity Varies
The Agribusiness Update
The Russian invasion of Ukraine pushes gas prices higher last week, and food insecurity varies across states.
GroPro Ag Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
GroPro Ag Sales Agronomist Matt Smith went to work for the company after his experience with their nematicide "Vigilance" that turned him on to what they do.
Vax Mandate Impact Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
According to WAFLA's Dan Fazio, since we already have a system in place and most of the workers are already vaccinated, the vaccine mandate for foreign guest workers should not keep many workers from getting here.
GroPro Ag Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
GroPro Ag Sales Agronomist Matt Smith went to work for the company after his experience with their nematicide "Vigilance" that turned him on to what they do.
Vax Mandate Impact Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
According to WAFLA's Dan Fazio, since we already have a system in place and most of the workers are already vaccinated, the vaccine mandate for foreign guest workers should not keep many workers from getting here.
White House on Supply Chain and Cattle Fairness Bill Lacking
The Agribusiness Update
A White House "fact sheet" says the bipartisan infrastructure deal WILL improve the supply chain, and the North American Meat Institute says the Grassley-Fischer bill to improve fairness in the cattle market ignores analysis from the nation's leading ag economists.
UGA Team Wins Sunbelt Ag Expo Competition and Young Consumers Boost Organic
The Agribusiness Update
A team from the University of Georgia won the college division of the Advocacy in Action competition at the Sunbelt Ag Expo, and young consumers give healthy boost to organic produce sales.
Ag Lending Steady and Ethanol Production Hits COVID-era Highs
The Agribusiness Update
Ag lending remains steady in latest Federal Reserve numbers, and Ethanol production reaches highest level since COVID lockdowns began.
Shutdown Avoided
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Farm disaster aid gets a boost as Congress avoids a government shutdown.
Heat Hits Barley Crop and Cleaner Air Boosts Corn Soybean Yields
The Agribusiness Update
This summer's heat is taking a toll on the barley crop, and cleaner air since 1999 is boosting yields for corn and barley crops.
Vidalia Onion Pack Date and Farmers Buying & Selling More Land
The Agribusiness Update
Vidalia onion pack date was yesterday and in stores soon, and Farmers buying and selling more land in first six months of fiscal year.
Climate Drives Butterfly Abundance and 15% SNAP Boost
The Agribusiness Update
UGA College of Ag and Environment study shows climate change driving abundance of butterflies, and USDA announces 15% boost in SNAP benefits.
Mexico's Ban on U.S. Potatoes and Healthy Boost in Produce Demand
The Agribusiness Update
Mexico's Supreme Court will vote to remove a ban on fresh U.S. potato imports today, and healthier eating during pandemic has caused boost in produce demand.
DOL's Final H-2A Rule and Citrus Shines Amid Pandemic
The Agribusiness Update
Ag Secretary Sonny Purdue applauds Department of Labor's Final rule modernizing the H-2A Visa program, and Citrus demand shines during pandemic.
Dicamba Claims Open and Organic Blueberry Sales Higher
The Agribusiness Update
Dicamba damage claims submissions open, and organic berry sales make up a big percentage of organic produce.
China Boosts Meat Supply and Organic Blueberry Sales
The Agribusiness Update
China releases more meat from state reserves to boost supply ahead of Lunar New Year, and Organic Blueberry sales make up large percentage of organic produce sales.
NPPC Applauds Regan for EPA Admin and Tyson Fires 7 for COVID Betting
The Agribusiness Update
The National Pork Producers Council applauds the nomination of Michael Regan for EPA Administrator, and Tyson Foods fires seven manager linked to COVID wagering.