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Thanksgiving Meal Prices Down and Alabama in Round 2 of Revive Plus
The Agribusiness Update
AFBF's cost survey shows Thanksgiving meal prices down in 2020, and Alabama moves to Round 2 of the "Revive Plus" grant program for COVID-impacted businesses.
Washington Apple Week and NCBA Expanding Processing Capacity
The Agribusiness Update
This is the 2nd Annual Washington Apple Week and NCBA behind a push to expand beef processing capacity in 2021 up to 5-6 thousand head daily.
Smoke Testing in Wine Grapes at OSU Pt 3
Fruit Grower Report
Oregon State University researchers are testing samples of Oregon wine grapes to try and determine the extent of the damage caused by wildfire smoke.
Smoke Testing in Wine Grapes at OSU Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Oregon State University researchers are testing samples of Oregon wine grapes to try and determine the extent of the damage caused by wildfire smoke.
Smoke Testing in Wine Grapes at OSU Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
Oregon State University researchers are testing samples of Oregon wine grapes to try and determine the extent of the damage caused by wildfire smoke.
Stemilt Family Clinic and Bill to Help Small Meat Packers
The Agribusiness Update
Stemilit Growers celebrates 5th anniversary of family clinic, and Legislation is introduced to help small meat packing facilities compete.
Cargill Buys Soy Plant in China and $1-billion for Farmers to Families Food Box Program
The Agribusiness Update
Cargill acquires soy processing plant in China, and $1-billion added to Farmers to Families Food Box Program.
FFA Numbers Hit Record High and Schools Buy Food Differently
The Agribusiness Update
FFA membership numbers reach all-time high, and Schools are buying food differently amid COVID-19 pandemic.
USDA Nutrition Program and Perdue on Meat Packing 95%
The Agribusiness Update
USDA extends child nutrition program nationwide, and Ag Secretary Sonny Perdue announces meatpacking plants are back to 9 5% average capacity.
Grocery Food Prices Up and Cattle Feedlots Low on Space
The Agribusiness Update
Retail food prices are creeping up as plant closures pinch supply, and Cattle feedlots are running out of space.
Lost Markets-Off Farm Income and Meat Processing Problems
The Agribusiness Update
California farmers reporting loss of markets and off-farm income, and Meat processing slowdown are causing supply issues.
Okanagan Fruit Donated and Meat Production Labor
The Agribusiness Update
BC-based Okanagan Specialty Fruits donates apples to Feeding America, and beef, pork, poultry production could be hit with labor availability.
Tariffs on EU Exports to U.S. and Russian Soy to China
The Agribusiness Update
25% tariffs coming for EU exports to U.S., and Russian soybean talks with China.
Farm Aid for Flooding and Dairy Prices Up Again
The Agribusiness Update
A nonprofit is launching an effort to deliver donated hay to ranchers hit by flooding in Nebraska, and global dairy prices continue to climb.
French Fry Production and Roundup Decision
The Agribusiness Update
Will French Fry Production lead to more potato acres, and a San Francisco jury finds glyphosate does cause cancer in Roundup trial.
U.S. Dairy Applauds Mexico Deal and FDA Glyphosate Testing
The Agribusiness Update
U.S. Dairy applauds trade pact with Mexico, and FDA Glyphosate testing.
Genetically Engineered Potatoes
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Two genetically engineered potatoes from JR Simplot have been approved by the USDA.
States Without Borders
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The annual Tri-State Grain Growers Convention will provide attendees with an abundance of Farm Bill information.
Keeping Short-Line Railroads Open
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Rail providers and river terminals are both integral in the export supply chain.