More Tyson Closures and Produce Imports Impacting Domestic Production

The Agribusiness Update
Tyson Foods will close two beef facilities and seek a buyer for a third, and U.S. fruit production has declined 32% and vegetable have fallen 10%, while fresh fruit and vegetable IMPORTS have each increased about 70%.

Headlines Driving the Markets

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX Group, says it’s news and headlines which are currently in the driver’s seat when it comes to what's on buyers' minds and what's driving the markets.

Higher-Priced U.S. Wheat Wins Southeast Asia Buyers on Quality

Line on Agriculture
The US Wheat Associates is noted for its higher-priced wheat compared to competitors like Australia, Canada, and the Black Sea region. Joe Sowers, regional vice president, explains that the US has invested in breeding technologies to produce superior wheat for domestic use, which translates into better performance in automated production lines

A Win for Kids and Communities

California Ag Today
Livestock buyer groups create opportunity for youth and nourishment for families across California.

US Wheat Showcased in Egypt

Line on Agriculture
US Wheat Associates led a trade mission to Egypt to boost demand for American wheat by educating buyers on its qualities.

Farmers Market Promo Program

Idaho Ag Today
Local food producers from around Idaho came to the JUMP center in Boise on February 12th for the Field to Fork festival.

Bee Numbers Still Down and Advanced Materials for Farm Equipment

The Agribusiness Update
While beekeepers have not seen the devastating hive mortality this winter that they did in 2025, they say they’re still losing colonies, and researchers are developing advanced materials that could make farm equipment lighter, stronger and more durable.

National Ethanol Conference in Orlando and Advanced Materials for Farm Equipment

The Agribusiness Update
Speaking at the National Ethanol Conference in Orlando, Renewable Fuels Association President Geoff Cooper

celebrates record 2025, and researchers are developing advanced materials that could make farm equipment lighter, stronger and more durable.

Peach Growers Left in Limbo After Del Monte Bankruptcy

California Ag Today
A rejected set of long-term contracts has growers bracing for major losses and hoping the December 4 cannery auction brings relief.

FFA tractor raffle

Idaho Ag Today
‘Tractor’ raffle has become a visual symbol of Idaho FFA.

FFA Raffle

Idaho Ag Today
The 15th annual Idaho FFA Foundation Scholarship Raffle drawing was held just outside of Star Idaho.

California Farmers Foreign Relationships and USDA Trade Mission to Hong Kong

The Agribusiness Update
Tariffs and retaliatory tariffs have California farmers doing what they can to preserve their relationships with foreign buyers, and USDA will lead a trade mission to Hong Kong May 12-16 to enhance market access and expand American ag exports.

Japanese visit

Idaho Ag Today
A trade team from Japan spent some time in Idaho learning about the state’s beef industry.

BigIron Auctions Pt 2

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
As our online shopping options continue to grow, Kurt Campbell, VP of Agricultural Sales at BigIron Auctions, says the company began in the early 80s and has since transitioned to online.

BigIron Auctions Pt 1

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
As our online shopping options continue to grow, Kurt Campbell, VP of Agricultural Sales at BigIron Auctions, says the company began in the early 80s and has since transitioned to online.

Online Grocery Shopping Higher and Pork and Beef Exports Up

The Agribusiness Update
A recent report from the USDA highlights a significant shift toward online grocery shopping in the U.S., and USDA data compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation shows September U.S. pork and beef exports were higher year-over-year.

Online Grocery Shopping Higher and Pork and Beef Exports Up

The Agribusiness Update
A recent report from the USDA highlights a significant shift toward online grocery shopping in the U.S., and USDA data compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation shows September U.S. pork and beef exports were higher year-over-year.

UGA Number 1 on Commercial Products and Pork and Beef Exports Up

The Agribusiness Update
The University of Georgia again ranks No. 1 among U.S. universities for the number of commercial products to market based on its research, and USDA data compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation shows September U.S. pork and beef exports were higher year-over-year.

Fertilizer Prices Continue to Climb and Corn Exports Down

The Agribusiness Update
Despite being out of high-demand spring season, fertilizer prices continue to climb, and the USDA says sales of corn to overseas buyers declined during the week ending July 11.

Vilsack on China's Farmland Buys

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says no matter how much Congress tries, USDA’s tracking of China’s farmland buys in the U.S. will always be troublesome.