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California Cotton Faces Another Tough Season as Prices Stall
California Ag Today
Low global demand, falling acreage, and stagnant prices are setting up one of the most challenging years in decades for California’s cotton growers.
Tariffs Reversal Possible
Fruit Grower Report
President Trump says it would be an “economic disaster” for the nation if the Supreme Court overturns his tariffs.
SCOTUS Hears Cases
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
It’s a big week for President Trump’s tariffs and the SNAP food stamp program, with both issues before the courts.
California’s $61 Billion Harvest Shows Its Global Strength
California Ag Today
A new USDA report shows California’s unmatched role in feeding domestic and global markets.
Shutdown and Economic Relief
Fruit Grower Report
While the USDA has reopened Farm Service Agency offices with limited staff, economic relief remains stagnant during the government shutdown.
Importance of Biosecurity
Farm of the Future
Economist Dr. Jada Thompson highlights how much cheaper disease prevention is rather than trying to manage a disease that has already arrived.
Fields of Orange and Autumn Gold
California Ag Today
California’s farmers grow some of the nation’s brightest pumpkins, powering a $274 million fall harvest and keeping Halloween traditions alive.
Hidden Costs of Disease Outbreaks in Animal Agriculture
Farm of the Future
Beyond the higher consumer prices and animal losses, outbreaks are also very costly to monitor and contain.
Field to Front Porch: The Real Work Behind America’s Pumpkins
Southeast Regional Ag News
U.S. pumpkin farmers keep autumn glowing through grit, creativity, and a $274 million harvest.
Government Shutdown Could Lead to Dairy Industry Volatility
Line on Agriculture
The marketplace could become volatile without information from the USDA regarding supply and demand data.
Shutdown Timing
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Depending on how soon the government shutdown ends, American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall says it has the potential to impact next year’s crops for farmers across the country.
Cover crops
Idaho Ag Today
UI Extension study shows promise for raising, grazing cover crops after grain harvest.
Ag's Economic Concerns
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Sam Kieffer, vice president of public policy for the American Farm Bureau Federation, says today's economic struggles for farmers is a rare intersection of high expenses and low income.
Georgia Secures $531 Million in Federal Relief for Hurricane Helene Recovery
Southeast Regional Ag News
USDA and Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper announce new block grant program to support farmers, timber producers, and rural communities impacted by Hurricane Helene.
Taiwan and wheat
Idaho Ag Today
Lt. Governor Bedke to Join Idaho Wheat Industry for $1.2 Billion Idaho-Taiwan Wheat Export Agreement Signing.
Retractable Roof Systems for Ag and U.S. Fairs Bring In Billions
The Agribusiness Update
B.C. Orchards try retractable roof systems in response to changing weather conditions, and
Kemp Leads South America Trade Mission to Boost Agriculture and Investment
Southeast Regional Ag News
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp and state leaders met with business and farm interests in Brazil and Argentina to strengthen trade ties and expand opportunities for U.S. producers.
Specialty Crop Block Grant Proposals and Net Cash Farm Income Forecast Higher
The Agribusiness Update
The Washington State Department of Agriculture is now accepting proposals for the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program’s 2026 funding year, and the USDA’s Economic Research Service says net cash farm income is forecast to increase 25% from 2024 to 2025.
National Peanut Board's New Brand and Net Cash Farm Income Forecast Higher
The Agribusiness Update
The National Peanut Board announced a new brand platform for the peanut industry, and the USDA’s Economic Research Service says net cash farm income is forecast to increase 25% from 2024 to 2025.