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Potatoes and USMCA
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
While potato growers look to open up market demand overseas, in places like Japan and South Korea, industry officials are also monitoring the upcoming review of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement scheduled for this summer.
Farm Bridge Assistance
Idaho Ag Today
Updated information on two USDA assistance programs. Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation starts first with the Farm Bridge Assistance Program.
Potato Concerns
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Mike Wenkel, Chief Operating Officer of the National Potato Council, says some of the industry’s biggest concerns mirror other segments of agriculture.
Tariff and Trade Wins
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
One year after President Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs, a key member of his trade team says it’s a win for agriculture, even as experts signal continued uncertainty.
Idaho Ag Hall of Fame
Idaho Ag Today
Former Idaho Farm Bureau Federation CEO Rick Keller was among six people inducted into the Eastern Idaho Agriculture Hall of Fame.
USMCA Talks with USTR
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
USTR Chief Ag Trade Negotiator Julie Callahan recently addressed rumors that the six-year review of USMCA this year could turn into separate bilateral talks with Canada and Mexico.
New Dietary Guidelines and WOTUS Clarification Needed
The Agribusiness Update
The Department of Health and Human Services and the USDA have released the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans marking a significant reset of federal nutrition policy, and farmers need rules that clearly define federal jurisdiction of the Waters of the United States.
Indonesia Trade Talks and Ag Trade Deficit Forecast
The Agribusiness Update
A tariff and trade deal between Indonesia and the U.S., on the brink of collapse last month, now appears to have been resolved, and the USDA is forecasting the agricultural trade deficit will shrink in 2026 more than previously anticipated.
WOTUS Rewrite
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
EPA chief Lee Zeldin has followed through on his commitment to give farmers and ranchers relief from years of burdensome "Waters of the U.S." rules upended by the Supreme Court in 2023.
State Fair Ag Exhibit Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
It’s no secret that fair season is a time of year built around agriculture, and this year at the Washington State Fair in Puyallup, they’re taking it a step further with a new exhibit.
State Fair Ag Exhibit Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
It’s no secret that fair season is a time of year built around agriculture, and this year at the Washington State Fair in Puyallup, they’re taking it a step further with a new exhibit.
Ag Industry Reacts to Callahan’s Nomination as Top U.S. Trade Negotiator
California Ag Today
California fruit growers and national dairy groups respond as Dr. Julie Callahan is tapped for key agricultural trade role.
Canada Cancels Tax and Screwworm Getting Closer
The Agribusiness Update
Canada canceled a digital service tax on U.S. tech companies in order to preserve trade talks with President Trump, and a new case of New World screwworm appeared last week, only 160 miles from the Mexico-U.S. border.
Microsoft and FFA Partnership
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Microsoft and National FFA are expanding Farm Beats for Students, a program using sensors and artificial intelligence to teach precision agriculture.
Potatoes USA 2025 Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Despite the many challenges for agriculture, Potatoes USA Chief Marketing Officer, Kim Brashears says things are looking good and she’s excited about 2025.