Almond Board Optimism and Census of Ag Shows Farm Losses

The Agribusiness Update
Despite economic challenges for the almond business, the

Almond Board of California paints an optimistic outlook for the industry, and the 2022 Census of Agriculture shows the U.S. had just over 1.9 million farms, down 10% from 2012.

USDA to Streamline Hurricane Relief and Census of Ag Shows Farm Losses

The Agribusiness Update
The USDA announced steps to streamline and provide flexibilities for environmental compliance requirements for relief programs for 2024 hurricanes, and the 2022 Census of Agriculture shows the U.S. had just over 1.9 million farms, down 10% from 2012.

Exempt Fuel Bill

Fruit Grower Report
In an attempt to fix a poorly planned system to make sure agricultural producers are exempt from a Climate Commitment Act tax on fuel, two state Senators propose a bill to make things right.

Ag Economic Barometer Up and Equipment Ind. on Tariffs.

The Agribusiness Update
Perdue/CME Ag Economy Barometer higher, and Equipment Manufacturers not happy with steel/aluminum import tariffs.