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California Leads U.S. Farm Income, But Production Costs Remain Hefty
California Ag Today
New USDA estimates put California first in both gross and net farm income, while also carrying the nation's highest farm production expenses.
California Farm Bureau to D.C. and Farmer Sentiment Down
The Agribusiness Update
California Farm Bureau delegation including members, staff and executives traveled to Washington, D.C. last month to advocate issues affecting farmers and ranchers, and farmer sentiment weakened in September as higher input costs continued to weigh on producers’ financial outlook.
Pause in USDA Relocations and Chinese Soybean Purchases Surge
The Agribusiness Update
A federal judge in California has extended a temporary pause on USDA employee relocations while considering whether to block the moves indefinitely, and Chinese purchases helped drive a sharp increase in U.S. soybean export sales during the latest reporting week.
U.S.-China Trade Framework Includes Cotton
California Ag Today
Cotton leaders are watching potential tariff relief as dairy, poultry and other agricultural products also make the list.
California Adopts Major Central Valley Dairy Order
California Ag Today
New framework tightens manure nitrogen requirements and addresses groundwater nitrate.
Idaho passes Washington
Idaho Ag Today
Idaho passes Washington in farm receipts for first time.
Rail Merger Draws Farm Opposition
California Ag Today
National Farmers Union pushes back on proposed Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern combination.
Winegrapes Reduce Labor and USMCA Meeting
The Agribusiness Update
California farmworkers suffered a wave of job losses the past few years as work in the state’s winegrape vineyards dried up amid a market slump, and U.S., Mexican, and Canadian officials are meeting this week as part of the Tri-National Agricultural Accord.
The Poultry Vaccine Science Behind “Turkey Herpes”
California Ag Today
Researchers look to improve recombinant HVT vaccines used against major poultry diseases.
$13.5 Million Available for California Nutrition Incentives
California Ag Today
CDFA opens grant applications aimed at connecting CalFresh shoppers with California-grown fruits and vegetables.
California Eyes Water Capture Ahead of El Niño
California Ag Today
New DWR Director Thomas Gibson discusses groundwater recharge, water storage and what the state’s water plans could mean for agriculture.
Know Your Pests: Spotting the Oriental Fruit Fly
California Ag Today
As California prepares for its Invasive Species Council summit, CDFA is asking Californians to know the signs of an invasive pest that can threaten hundreds of fruits and vegetables.
Beef Imports Rise, Grocery Prices Barely Budge
California Ag Today
Three weeks of Farm Bureau data show little change at the meat counter following the White House quota expansion.
GFB's Ag In Classroom Program and Farm Bill Lacks Prop 12 Fix
The Agribusiness Update
Georgia Farm Bureau’s Ag in the Classroom program has awarded $500 grants to 10 elementary school teachers, and the National Pork Producers Council welcomed progress on the farm bill, but said lawmakers must address California’s Proposition 12.
Winegrape Heat Challenges and Farm Bill Lacks Prop 12 Fix
The Agribusiness Update
Winegrape growers facing a hotter and more volatile climate may have several ways to protect the value of their vineyards, and the National Pork Producers Council welcomed progress on the farm bill, but said lawmakers must address California’s Proposition 12.
USDA Draws New Line on Dairy Checkoff Spending
California Ag Today
Agriculture Department says producer dollars should focus on strengthening markets.