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Prunes for Women's Cardio Health and NPPC on Labor Shortage
The Agribusiness Update
Eating prunes appear to help women improve their cardiovascular health, and NPPC launches campaign highlighting the vital role of foreign workers across pork industry.
Cover Crop Best Management Practices for Almond Growers
California Ag Today
The Almond Board of California recently produced the Cover Crop Best Management Practices guide.
Scott Warns of Inheritance Tax and First 2021 Asian Giant Hornet Found
The Agribusiness Update
House Ag Chair David Scott warns Biden's inheritance tax would cost farmers a lot, the first 2021 Asian Giant Hornet has been found in Washington state.
Bronaugh Hits Ground Running Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Newly appointed USDA Under Secretary Dr. Jewel Bronaugh hits the ground running in her first weeks on the job.
Bronaugh Hits Ground Running Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
Newly appointed USDA Under Secretary Dr. Jewel Bronaugh hits the ground running in her first weeks on the job.
Deputy Secretary Presser Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Just a few weeks into her new job, USDA Deputy Secretary, Dr. Jewel Bronaugh takes questions about the USDA's $4-billion investment into agriculture.
Drought and Hay Prices and Aging Water Infrastructure
The Agribusiness Update
Parched grazing pastures push up prices for hay, and Farm Groups urge Congress to include aging water systems into next infrastructure legislation.
Deputy Secretary Presser Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Just a few weeks into her new job, USDA Deputy Secretary, Dr. Jewel Bronaugh takes questions about the USDA's $4-billion investment into agriculture.
Climate Impact on Water Management - Part Two
California Ag Today
More rain instead of snow is much more difficult for water managers to plan for.
Wildfire Potential Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Dry conditions have people concerned about the upcoming wildfire season, but UW Atmospheric Sciences professor Cliff Mass says there's hope.
Wildfire Potential Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
Dry conditions have people concerned about the upcoming wildfire season, but UW Atmospheric Sciences professor Cliff Mass says there's hope.
Red Meat Exports Reach New Highs and Produce Truck Rates Soar
The Agribusiness Update
Red meat exports reach record highs in March, and the rate for Produce Trucks go up 70%.
Dry Conditions Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Sure it's dryer than usual here in the PNW, but University of Washington Atmospheric Sciences professor Cliff Mass says while climate change is happening very gradually, this year's conditions were caused by the La Nina weather we're having and there's no trend indicating this is due to climate change.
Dry Conditions Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Sure it's dryer than usual here in the PNW, but University of Washington Atmospheric Sciences professor Cliff Mass says while climate change is happening very gradually, this year's conditions were caused by the La Nina weather we're having and there's no trend indicating this is due to climate change.
Online Grocery Sales Higher and USDA School Lunch Flexibilities
The Agribusiness Update
Online grocery sales near record highs, and USDA issues broad range of flexibilities for school meal programs this fall.
Climate Solutions Act
Line on Agriculture
American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall commented today on the re-introduction of the Growing Climate Solutions Act.
Ag & Climate Change Survey and NPC Unhappy with Mexico
The Agribusiness Update
A new survey shows people believe agriculture part of solution not problem when it comes to climate change, and National Potato Council expresses disappointment in Mexico's delay of decision on import of U.S. Fresh Potatoes
Water and Weather Updates
California Ag Today
Weather and water are on the top of everyone’s mind in California agriculture.
Climate Drives Butterfly Abundance and 15% SNAP Boost
The Agribusiness Update
UGA College of Ag and Environment study shows climate change driving abundance of butterflies, and USDA announces 15% boost in SNAP benefits.
Farm Workforce Modernization Act Vote and Climate-Smart Agriculture
The Agribusiness Update
A House vote is expected this month on the Farm Workforce Modernization Act, and USDA is looking for public input on Climate-Smart Agriculture.