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Record High U.S. Farm Debt and FFA National Convention
The Agribusiness Update
U.S. farm debt has climbed to a record level, and ag economists warn the actual amount owed could be considerably higher, and more than 70,000 FFA members, advisors, and supporters are expected in Indianapolis next week for the 99th National FFA Convention and Expo.
Dairy meeting
Idaho Ag Today
The University of Idaho will host the annual meeting of a national group of dairy economists Sept. 23-24 in Twin Falls.
Rural Health Disparities and Mexican Cattle Update
The Agribusiness Update
A new study says growing health disparities are contributing to workforce challenges across rural America, and USDA will begin reopening the southern border to cattle imports from Mexico next month.
Great American Cotton Plan and WOTUS Rule Finalization
The Agribusiness Update
The USDA announced a new Great American Cotton Plan, saying it aims to strengthen cotton farm income, expand trade and increase demand, and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin says they’re working to finalize a new Waters of the U.S., or WOTUS, rule.
California Farmers Feel Impact of Renewed Trade Fight
California Ag Today
Exports to China fell sharply in 2025, according to new findings from agricultural economists.
WASDE Report is Out and USDA Data Questioned
The Agribusiness Update
The USDA’s World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report shows the 2025-26 U.S. corn outlook is for greater exports and lower ending stocks, and the USDA is facing doubts about the reliability of its data from farmers, grain traders, and economists.
Tough times in farm country
Idaho Ag Today
According to an annual report by University of Idaho economists, the financial condition of Idaho agriculture is mixed, but mostly not good.
Bell Named Washington FSA Director and Ag Economy Slide to Stop
The Agribusiness Update
The Trump Administration has appointed Patrick Bell as the new State Executive Director for the USDA’s Farm Service Agency in Washington State, and Ag economists are predicting the slide in the U.S. farm economy will stop in the new year.
American Peanut Council Reorganization and Ag Economy Slide to Stop
The Agribusiness Update
The American Peanut Council announced a reorganization under the leadership of President and CEO Luke Blaustein, and Ag economists are predicting the slide in the U.S. farm economy will stop in the new year.
Expensive eggs
Idaho Ag Today
Skyrocketing egg prices have reached record levels in some places, causing many consumers to wonder why.
Ag Economists Split on Recession and Tariff Threat Leaves Uncertainty
The Agribusiness Update
56% of agricultural economists in the latest Monthly Monitor say U.S. ag ended 2024 in a recession, and the prospect of new tariff disputes when Donald Trump returns to the White House has the global economy in an uncertain position.
U of I and USDA
Idaho Ag Today
In January, University of Idaho agricultural economists told legislators they estimated Idaho’s 22,800 farms and ranches brought in a total of $11.157 billion.
Ag Economists on Recession and Bicentennial Beer
The Agribusiness Update
Over half of the 70 surveyed in Farm Journal’s Monthly Survey of Ag Economists believe the U.S. agriculture economy is in a recession, and to celebrate 200 years of diplomatic relations between Brazil and the U.S., the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil launched the “Bicentennial Beer”.
More Farm Bill Optimism and Candidates Trade Policies Examined
The Agribusiness Update
With regards to a new Farm Bill, Kansas Senator Jerry Moran, a critic of Senate Ag Chair Debbie Stabenow, says he had an optimistic moment after speaking with her recently, and Ag economists have examined the proposed trade policies of the two presidential candidates, and one being floated in Congress.
Trade War with China & Ag and FDA Approves Net-Zero Technology
The Agribusiness Update
A trade war with China could have significant impacts on California agriculture, and FDA’s approval of Elanco’s Bovaer (boe-vair) is another important step toward a net-zero future.
Losses Hurricane Ian and WASDE Report on Grains
The Agribusiness Update
Florida losses from Hurricane Ian are refined, and WASDE Report shows grains off slighlty.
U.S. Ag and China and USDA Meat-Poultry Processing Program
The Agribusiness Update
Can U.S. agriculture stand between China and a war in Taiwan? and USDA funds first round of Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program.
Hurricane Ian Damage Estimates and Bayer to Challenge PCB Decision
The Agribusiness Update
Hurricane Ian damage to Florida crops estimated as much as $1.56 billion dollars, and Bayer set to challenge a $275 million decision for exposure to PCBs.
India Signs Pact for U.S. Soybean Oil and Who Buys U.S. Farmland
The Agribusiness Update
Traders from India sign contracts for U.S. soy oil, and who is buying up U.S. farmland.