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Prop 12 Spurs Costly Compliance for Farmers; Farm Bill Fix
Line on Agriculture
California's Proposition 12 has created a complex regulatory landscape for pork producers across the U.S. The issue is being addressed in the current version of the farm bill proposed by the House, which seeks to prevent states from imposing livestock production standards on out-of-state producers.
Ceasefire Impact on Agriculture
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
A two-week Iran war ceasefire and opening of the Strait of Hormuz is bringing new hope of relief for farmers and consumers.
Egg Prices Crack Back Down
Southeast Regional Ag News
After last year’s surge, egg prices have dropped sharply as production rebounds.
A Global Appetite for Peanuts
Southeast Regional Ag News
Strong interest in American brands signals opportunity in one of Southeast Asia’s largest markets.
Mandatory Price Reporting for Fertilizer and Consumer Spending Data
The Agribusiness Update
A bipartisan group of Senators introduced a bill that would require mandatory price reporting of fertilizer, and data from the Economic Research Service’s Food Dollar Series provides a clear picture of consumer food spending across the food supply chain.
USDA Launches Campaign on Updated “Product of USA” Label
California Ag Today
The agency says the change is intended to improve transparency and support domestic producers.
2026 Florida Farm Bill Becomes Law
Southeast Regional Ag News
Officials say the measure delivers resources and protections for farmers and families.
Blemishes Are Beautiful
Fruit Grower Report
Pears are delicious and can be a healthy part of a diet, but getting consumers on board can be a challenge.
Turning Research Into Results for California Agriculture
California Ag Today
A new roadmap is designed to move scientific discoveries out of the lab and into practical use on farms and ranches.
Farmers Market Promo Program
Idaho Ag Today
Local food producers from around Idaho came to the JUMP center in Boise on February 12th for the Field to Fork festival.
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.
New Brand - New Plan
Fruit Grower Report
From a new logo to new messaging, Pears grown here in the Northwest and around the country are getting a new, fun, fresh and modern look for consumers to enjoy.
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 …
US meat production
Idaho Ag Today
Total US meat production is expected to increase in 2026, per USDA's first outlook for the year.
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.
Freeze Delivers Historic Blow to Florida Agriculture
Southeast Regional Ag News
Preliminary estimates show more than $3.1 billion in losses across key commodities statewide.
Glyphosate and Bread Products and Farm Bridge Assistance on Schedule
The Agribusiness Update
The National Association of Wheat Growers appreciate Healthy Florida First's announcement regarding glyphosate and bread products, and USDA says they're on schedule to meet the late-February rollout for the Farm Bridge Assistance program.
Blemishes Are Beautiful on Pears
Fruit Grower Report
Pear Bureau Northwest President, CarrieAnn Arias says nutrition is definitely a big part of their new campaign, but the other piece is about how pears look and normalizing the appearance of a pear.
Vertically Integrated Farming and China Buys Brazilian Soybeans
The Agribusiness Update
Trends in the food supply chain and changes in consumer behavior could incentivize farmers to vertically integrate their businesses, and China ramps up orders from Brazil to fill its soybean needs.