Fodé Vs Dept. of Ecology

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
A years-long water rights dispute between a Grant County farm family and the state Department of Ecology went before the Washington Supreme Court last week.

The Local Story Behind the School Lunch Tray

Southeast Regional Ag News
Farm to School Month highlights millions in purchases from Alabama farmers and more than 14 million meals.

$13.5 Million Available for California Nutrition Incentives

California Ag Today
CDFA opens grant applications aimed at connecting CalFresh shoppers with California-grown fruits and vegetables.

California Eyes Water Capture Ahead of El Niño

California Ag Today
New DWR Director Thomas Gibson discusses groundwater recharge, water storage and what the state’s water plans could mean for agriculture.

Know Your Pests: Spotting the Oriental Fruit Fly

California Ag Today
As California prepares for its Invasive Species Council summit, CDFA is asking Californians to know the signs of an invasive pest that can threaten hundreds of fruits and vegetables.

Georgia Tightens Screwworm Safeguards Again

Southeast Regional Ag News
Georgia’s response serves as a reminder for Southeast livestock owners to check requirements before moving animals.

Georgia Looks to Grow Rural Veterinary Care

Southeast Regional Ag News
Loan repayment program aims to bring veterinarians to communities facing critical shortages.

School Lunch Never Sounded This Good

Southeast Regional Ag News
Florida Future Chef crowns a winner with a menu highlighting locally grown foods.

Sandison New NASDA President and Judge Pauses USDA Scramble

The Agribusiness Update
During the 2026 National Association of State Departments of Agriculture Annual Meeting, members elected Washington State Ag Director Derek Sandison as NASDA’s new President, and a federal judge considers a temporary pause on USDA plans to relocate employees across the country.

Georgia Eases Screwworm Entry Rules

Southeast Regional Ag News
New Mexico animals return to standard entry requirements, while additional restrictions remain for animals coming from Texas.

Fake Cattle, Real Money: Livestock Scam Warning

Southeast Regional Ag News
Alabama agriculture officials warn social media cattle buyers to watch for fraudulent sellers and even AI-generated livestock images.

Florida Takes Aim at Southern Pine Beetle Threat

Southeast Regional Ag News
Assistance program helps private forest landowners strengthen pine stands as neighboring states face beetle outbreaks.

Ground Beef Import Proclamation Signed by POTUS, H-2A Worker Wage Rate Verdict

Line on Agriculture
President Donald Trump's proclamation to remove tariffs on 300,000 metric tons of imported lean beef trimmings has drawn criticism from some Republicans and the U.S. cattle industry, including the National Cattlemen's Beef Association.

A federal judge has invalidated a Trump administration rule that would have lowered wages for some foreign farm workers, citing insufficient public input.

Pasture Mealybug Confirmed in Georgia

Southeast Regional Ag News
First confirmed case adds to concerns over the invasive grass pest across the Southeast.

California Looks to Australia for Agtech Ideas

California Ag Today
CDFA Secretary Karen Ross highlights Queensland’s approach to agricultural innovation, investment and on-farm technology.

Georgia Helene Block Grant Payments Expected This Fall

Southeast Regional Ag News
More than $900 million has been requested against roughly $531 million in available disaster assistance.

California Specialty Crop Grant Applications Open for 2027

California Ag Today
CDFA is accepting concept proposals for projects eligible for $100,000 to $600,000 in Specialty Crop Block Grant funding.

Ag Problems Recognized in Olympia

Fruit Grower Report
Washington State Tree Fruit Association President, Jon

DeVaney says challenges for the ag industry may be getting a bit more attention in Olympia.

Florida Expands Screwworm Precautions

Southeast Regional Ag News
New Sonora, Mexico detection prompts additional animal movement requirements.

Florida Extends Hurricane Disaster Aid Deadline

Southeast Regional Ag News
Producers impacted by the 2023 and 2024 hurricane seasons now have until January 1, 2027, to apply for assistance.