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Farm Bill Tweak AFBF
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley predicts the House will pass its farm bill soon, but the Senate may have to skip a committee markup.
Ag Priorities in Olympia
Fruit Grower Report
The Washington State Tree Fruit Association came into this year’s legislative session with a list of priorities and will leave with plenty of following up to do.
Global Tensions Could Shape What Farmers Plant This Year
California Ag Today
Uncertainty in fertilizer markets may influence planting decisions as producers begin the spring season.
Potato Sales Hold Steady and One Farmer-One File Initiative
The Agribusiness Update
U.S. retail sales of potatoes held steady in 2025, reflecting consistent consumer purchasing patterns across the category, and the NACD applauds the USDA’s “One Farmer, One File” initiative, designed to streamline producer interactions across USDA agencies.
California Cotton Growers Invited to Join the Trust Protocol for 2026
California Ag Today
Enrollment is open for the 2026 crop year, with a new opportunity to showcase regenerative farming practices through the Field Partner Program.
Farm Bill Moves to House
Fruit Grower Report
The House Agriculture Committee approved Chair Glenn Thompson’s Farm Bill 2.0 by a 34-17 bipartisan vote.
SCOTUS Ruling on Tariffs
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
A couple of weeks after a Supreme Court ruling withdrew much of the authority the President was using to impose tariffs, we’re still waiting to see how this plays out.
Pear Consumption Boost
Fruit Grower Report
According to Pear Bureau Northwest’s president and CEO, CarrieAnn Arias, is part of a new campaign to help consumers understand that pears can be part of your healthier diet …
Newhouse to Chair Ag Subcommittee
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
U.S. Representative Dan Newhouse will spend his final term in office as Chair of the House Subcommittee on Forestry and Horticulture.
Cotton Trust Protocol Opens 2026 Enrollment
Southeast Regional Ag News
Growers can now sign up for the new crop year and explore a voluntary opportunity to showcase regenerative farming practices.
Tariff Questions
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
President Trump’s temporary tariffs to replace those the Supreme Court struck down are a bridge back to highly discretionary levies, according to trade experts.
Beyond the Raids
California Ag Today
A statewide survey finds that anxiety and instability, even more than direct enforcement, are shaping farm operations.
Fixing Ag Labor
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
While it’s not the only challenge facing farmers and the ag industry today, ag labor reform is probably at the top of the list.
Prevailing Wages
Fruit Grower Report
When it comes down to the biggest ag labor challenges facing farmers today, top of the list is probably reforming the prevailing wage system within the H-2A program.
Ag Union Problems
Fruit Grower Report
When Senate Bill 6045 failed to get a deadline vote last week, many were relieved that giving collective bargaining rights to Washington farm workers was shelved for now.
Buying American Cotton Act Gains Attention
Southeast Regional Ag News
The National Cotton Council says retailers and industry leaders are backing the proposed legislation.
Protecting Wine From Wildfire
California Ag Today
New research explores if strengthening grape skins can reduce smoke absorption in vineyards.
Downturn in Wine Consumption and China Ag Report Quality over Quantity
The Agribusiness Update
A recent downturn in global wine consumption has created ripple effects throughout the supply chain, and Beijing released the annual No. 1 Document, outlining national strategies and measures related to agriculture and rural development.
Farm Labor Legislation
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Congress could soon be considering not just a new farm bill, but farm labor legislation.