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California Water Allocations Up and FCC on Importance of AM Radio in EVs
The Agribusiness Update
California farmers can expect increased water allocations thanks to recent rain and snow, and FCC Commissioner Nathan Simington speaks out about the importance of including AM radios in new electric vehicles.
Georgia Farm Bureau Day and FCC on Importance of AM Radio in EVs
The Agribusiness Update
Nearly 700 Georgia Farm Bureau members show up for Georgia Farm Bureau Day at the Capitol, and FCC Commissioner Nathan Simington speaks out about the importance of including AM radios in new electric vehicles.
Change of Leadership at Helm of GA Department of Agriculture
Southeast Regional Ag News
After more than a decade, Gary Black’s time as Georgia Agriculture Commissioner is ending
Florida Ag Commission Fried on Mexican Imports and Gas Prices Down Again
The Agribusiness Update
Florida Ag Commissioner Nikki Fried calls on the USTR to investigate flood of produce imports from Mexico, and the price of fuel drops for the 13th straight week.
Florida Signs $24.8 million Ag Deal with USDA and Meat Exports to Columbia
The Agribusiness Update
Florida Ag Commissioner Nikki Fried signs $24.8 million deal with USDA under Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative, and U.S. beef and pork exports to Columbia show strong rebound.
Congress Farm Bill Review and Gas Prices Down Again
The Agribusiness Update
Congress continues its review of next year's Farm Bill, and the National Average gas prices drops below $4.50.
COVID-19 and the Ocean Transportation Supply Chain
Southeast Regional Ag News
Robbie Minnich, National Cotton Council, outlines findings in a recent report from Federal Maritime commissioner Rebecca Dye.
Florida Starter Seed Packets and World Food Prices Down in April
The Agribusiness Update
The Florida Department of Agriculture is providing free starter seed packets as part of the Unity Gardens Initiative, and World food prices down slightly in April.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and Ag Economy Barometer Rises
The Agribusiness Update
Georgia agriculture promotes Mental Health Awareness Month in May, and Ag Economy Barometer rises in April.
USDA Grants Florida Disaster Aid and Farm Share of Food Dollar
The Agribusiness Update
USDA grants Florida disaster relief for freezing temps, and farm share of food dollar goes up one cent in 2020.
Fried Applauds USDA Fertilizer Investment and U.S. Beef Exports Remain High
The Agribusiness Update
Florida Ag Commissioner Nikki Fried applauds the USDA investment in U.S. fertilizer production, and U.S. Beef Exports remain high.
Fried Applauds Disaster Relief and U.S. Ag Sets Annual Export Record
The Agribusiness Update
Florida Ag Commissioner Nikki Fried writes Vilsack in support of disaster designation following recent freezing temps, and American Agricultural Industry posts highest annual export levels on record.
Florida School Meals Get USDA Bump and Tractor-Combine Sales Higher
The Agribusiness Update
Florida Ag Commissioner Nikki Fried welcomes USDA funds to alleviate supply chain issues for school meals, and Tractor and Combine sales higher year-over-year.
Florida Ag Innovation Summit and USDA Helps Hog Producers
The Agribusiness Update
Florida Ag Commissioner Nikki Fried announces second Florida Ag Innovation Summit, and USDA program assists hog producers.
Fried on Unfair Foreign Trade and USTR Ag Trade Negotiator
The Agribusiness Update
Florida Ag Commissioner calls on USDA for federal action on unfair foreign trade practices that are hurting domestic produce industry, and USTR Trade Negotiator Elaine Trevino is still unconfirmed.
La Nina Back for Second Year and USDA $1.15-billion ReConnect Program
The Agribusiness Update
Farmers across the country prepare for second straight year of La Nina winters, and USDA makes $1.15-billion available for rural America and the ReConnect program.
Florida Citrus Forecast and U.S. & Mexico Ag Secretaries Meet
The Agribusiness Update
The USDA is out with Florida citrus forecast, and Ag Secretaries from the U.S. and Mexico meet in Iowa.
Hundley to Florida Ag HOF and Average U.S. Gas Prices Down
The Agribusiness Update
Florida Ag Commissioner Fried announces John L. Hundley 2022 Florida Ag Hall of Fame inductee, and Average U.S. Gas Price is down slightly.
Fried on CFAP2 Applications and Vilsack on African Swine Fever
The Agribusiness Update
Florida Ag Commissioner Nikki Fried encourages CFAP2 applications, and Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack urges everyone to be informed about African Swine Fever.