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Drought & Rail Strike “Perfect Storm” for Shippers
California Ag Today
Shipping challenges continue to make life difficult for farmers and sellers who need to move commodities to overseas markets. Mike Seyfert, president and CEO of the National Grain and Feed Association, says the falling levels on U.S. waterways plus the threat of a potential railroad strike is almost a perfect storm.
California's 16% GHG Emissions and Mexico's Ban on GMO Corn
The Agribusiness Update
California releases Greenhouse Gas Inventory Report for 2020 that shows a 16% decrease in transportation carbon, and Mexico appears to be moving ahead with its plan to ban GMO corn imports by 2024.
Florida Farm Bureau Legislators of the Year and Mexico's Ban on GMO Corn
The Agribusiness Update
The Florida Farm Bureau announces its Legislators of the Year, and Mexico appears to be moving ahead with its plan to ban the import of GMO corn, including much from the U.S.
National drought
Line on Agriculture
Drought Once Again Expanding in the Latest Drought Monitor
Drought control
Idaho Ag Today
Absent an extremely wet winter, Terrell Sorensen expects growers will have to get creative next season to stretch meager water supplies.
Western Drought Worse Since 2000 and NASS-NASDA Celebrate 50 Years
The Agribusiness Update
USDA's Economic Research Service reports the ongoing Western drought is the most extreme since 2000, and the USDA's NASS and NASDA celebrate their 50-year partnership.
Joe Del Bosque: Farmers Selling Out, State Wants Land for Water Rights
California Tree Nut Report
California Produces Despite Drought and NCBA Disappointed in Executive Order
The Agribusiness Update
California farms and ranches boost production despite water shortages and drought, and National Cattlemen's Beef Association expresses disappointment in White House Executive Order that addresses fake meat under same rules as beef.
Should You Plan Ahead for More Severe Drought Conditions?
California Ag Today
Western producers face a heavy burden this fall as they consider the weight of fuel prices, supply chain issues, inflation, drought, and so much more.
California Almond Production Down and Global Food Prices Drop
The Agribusiness Update
California almond production is expected to be down 11% this year thanks to a February freeze, and global food prices drop for the fifth consecutive month.
CA Growers Prepare for Low Surface Water
California Ag Today
California farmers weigh their future options if surface water becomes unavailable for irrigation. Stuart Woolf is President and CEO of Woolf Farming and Processing, which grows almonds and other crops. Woolf says they do have options when it comes to not having enough water.
2023 Ag Exports Take Hit and USDA Meat/Poultry Grants
The Agribusiness Update
American ag exports may take a hit for the 2023 fiscal year, and USDA announces additional $21.9 million for meat and poultry grant program.
Georgia Pollinator Gardens and USDA Meat/Poultry Grants
The Agribusiness Update
Nearly 30 Georgia county Farm Bureaus plant pollinator gardens to celebrate former First Lady Rosalynn Carter's 95th birthday, and USDA announces additional funding for meat and Poultry grants.
Plan for Next Year’s Crop Resilience Amidst Severe Drought
California Ag Today
Western producers face a heavy burden this fall as they consider the weight of fuel prices, supply chain issues, inflation, drought, and so much more. Pioneer Agronomy Manager Dan Berning joins us to explain how you can prepare for next year.
Drought Tolerance in Corn
Farm of the Future
There is a little a farmer can do in drought conditions like we are seeing in many areas, but here are a few considerations.
CA Growers Prepare for Low Surface Water
California Ag Today
California farmers weigh their future options if surface water becomes unavailable for irrigation. Stuart Woolf is President and CEO of Woolf Farming and Processing, which grows almonds and other crops. Woolf says they do have options when it comes to not having enough water.
CA Delta Conveyance Project: Pros and Cons Impacting Agriculture
California Ag Today
In part two of this series, Corryn La Rue speaks with California Department of Water Resources environmental project manager Carrie Buckman. In their conversation, Buckman covers the potential negative and positive impacts of the Delta Conveyance Project.