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Food Insecurity Improves and Fuel Prices Drop Again
The Agribusiness Update
Food insecurity has improved from the 2020 peak of the pandemic, and fuel prices dropped for the 14th straight week but some worry that streak could be coming to an end.
California Avocado Harvest Down and Organic Trade Higher
The Agribusiness Update
California avocado harvest is expected to be slightly lower than midseason estimates, and Organic ag exports and imports tick upward.
89% Food Secure in 2021 and More Wildfire Fighting Resources Requested
The Agribusiness Update
USDA data shows 89% of U.S. households were Food Secure in 2021, and Western Lawmakers request additional wildfire fighting resources.
Ag Economy in 2022 Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Economic challenges are nothing new for folks in agriculture, but Rabobank's Steve Nicholson says it could have been worse the past couple of years.
La Nina Three-Peat and U.S. Cattlemen's Annual Meeting
The Agribusiness Update
The La Nina weather pattern will be with us for a third straight year, and the U.S. Cattlemen's Association announces its 15th Annual Meeting in Nashville in December.
Ag Economy in 2022 Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Economic challenges are nothing new for folks in agriculture, but Rabobank's Steve Nicholson says it could have been worse the past couple of years.
Rural Mainstreet Index Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Rural Mainstreet Index drops for fifth-straight month, but survey finds two first-time worries for Ag Bankers.
Borden Closes Plants and Census of Agriculture this Fall
The Agribusiness Update
Borden Dairy begins closure of several processing plants in the Southeast, and Census of Agriculture coming this fall.
California's Share of Specialty Crop Grants and Census of Agriculture
The Agribusiness Update
California is the nation's leading recipient of federal grants for specialty crops, and the Census of Agriculture is coming to producers this fall.
Rural Mainstreet Index Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Rural Mainstreet Index drops for fifth-straight month, but survey finds two first-time worries for Ag Bankers.
Feedlot Outlook
Farm of the Future
Recent data is suggesting better times ahead for the feedlot industry.
Sustainable Winegrowing Program and Farmers Market Growth Slows
The Agribusiness Update
Winegrape growers in San Joaquin County embrace holistic farming approach, and the growth in the number of Farmers Markets has slowed.
Everglades Ag Area Clean Water and Farmers Market Growth Slows
The Agribusiness Update
Florida farmers in the Everglades Ag Area are praised for their clean water, and the growth of farmers markets has slowed.
Beef Exports Remain Red Hot and Half of U.S. in some level of Drought
The Agribusiness Update
American Beef exports remain red hot in June, and over half of U.S. is in some level of drought.
California Farm Bill Feedback and U.S. Grain Exports Down Slightly
The Agribusiness Update
California session to gather 2023 Farm Bill feedback, and U.S. grain exports down slightly from last year.
Georgia Poultry Restrictions Lifted and U.S. Grain Exports Down Slightly
The Agribusiness Update
The Georgia Department of Agriculture says the suspension of certain poultry and fowl activities have been lifted, and U.S. grain exports, in all forms, are down slightly from last year.
Autonomous Tractors and 2023 Farm Bill Feedback
The Agribusiness Update
Autonomous tractors are becoming more attractive to farmers as they look to remain productive, and online form allows House Ag Committee to gather farmer feedback for 2023 Farm Bill.
Fruit-Vegetable Imports Hit Record and Farm Numbers Continue Decline
The Agribusiness Update
Fruit and vegetable import values rise to record levels, and the number of American farms continues slow, steady decline.
Ag Economy Barometer Down and Global Hunger Grows
The Agribusiness Update
The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer again lower in June, and United Nation's report shows global hunger rose in 2021.