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Pressure Builds on Beef Packers
California Ag Today
New insights show how limited cattle supplies are forcing gradual but significant industry changes.
Fewer Cattle, Big Consequences
Southeast Regional Ag News
A new newsletter from Derrell Peel explains how shrinking herd sizes are forcing changes in beef packing capacity.
FSA Staffing Concerns
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The potential closing of Farm Service Agency offices is a big concern for farmers because of the essential services they provide.
USDA Reverses Course on California Office Closures
California Ag Today
Eight USDA offices in California once slated for closure will now remain open, according to a press release from Senator Adam Schiff’s office. The update affects locations critical to farmers and ranchers across the state.
Keeping California Family Farms Competitive
California Ag Today
With small farms making up the majority of U.S. agriculture, the American Farm Bureau Federation is pushing for policies that protect family-run operations. As California farmers face mounting challenges, new USDA attention could bring much-needed support.
Backing the Backbone: New Push for Small Farm Policy
Southeast Regional Ag News
The American Farm Bureau Federation is urging USDA action to support small, family-owned farms—nearly 90% of all U.S. farms. With thousands of operations lost, the call is clear: small farms need help to thrive, not just survive.
California Leads Nation in Rising Farm Bankruptcies
California Ag Today
U.S. farm bankruptcies surged 55% in 2024 after years of decline, with California at the forefront. Lower commodity prices, high input costs, and mounting debt are pushing family farmers to the brink.
Farm Bureau on USDA Layoffs, Office Closures, Consolidations
Line on Agriculture
American Farm Bureau Federation wants to make sure that farm programs remain efficient and effective for farmers despite talks of county office closures and staff layoffs.
Deficit Irrigation Program and Potato Sales Higher
The Agribusiness Update
An agreement would pay farmers participating in the “deficit irrigation” program if they stop irrigating and sacrifice one or two hay cuttings, and retail sales of U.S. potatoes increased by both volume and dollar sales in July 2023-thru-June of this year.
Farm Tech Field Day and Potato Sales Higher
The Agribusiness Update
University of Florida Extension is working with its Agriculture and Biological Engineering Department to launch a new Farm Technology Field Day, and retail sales of U.S. potatoes increased by both volume and dollar sales in July 2023-thru-June of this year.
Ag Economy in 2022 Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Economic challenges are nothing new for folks in agriculture, but Rabobank's Steve Nicholson says it could have been worse the past couple of years.
Ag Economy in 2022 Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Economic challenges are nothing new for folks in agriculture, but Rabobank's Steve Nicholson says it could have been worse the past couple of years.
Ethanol Exports Higher and Pandemic Food Purchases Lower
The Agribusiness Update
Ethanol exports in 2021 reach fifth-highest on record, and no surprise but food purchases during pandemic saw a 7.8% cutback.
National Farm Medicine Pt 3
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Protecting kids on the farm during a pandemic.
National Farm Medicine Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Protecting kids on the farm during a pandemic.
National Farm Medicine Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Protecting kids on the farm during a pandemic.
Potatoes and Heat Impact Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Washington Potato Commission's Matthew Blua talks about what the extreme heat has meant to this year's potato crop, on the heels of a year of pandemic challenges.
Potatoes and Heat Impact Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Washington Potato Commission's Matthew Blua talks about what the extreme heat has meant to this year's potato crop, on the heels of a year of pandemic challenges.
Florida Orange Forecast and Chicken Prices Up
The Agribusiness Update
USDA's Florida orange forecast is out, and chicken prices double over last year.
NFMC Farm Kids Paradox Pt 3
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The pandemic forced most kids, including those who live on farms, to stay at home during school closures, and the National Farm Medicine Center says that's brought farm safety front and center.