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Idaho Ag Day
Idaho Ag Today
The Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) will host Idaho Agriculture Day on Tuesday, January 13 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the State Capitol Building.
Cattle Health Leaders Wanted
California Ag Today
Help shape the future of cattle health in California.
Besides China for U.S. Beef
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
For U.S. beef, Dan Halstrom, President and CEO at the U.S. Meat Export Federation, says without China, things are down but other markets are stepping up.
The Long-Term Implication of the Famer Bridge Act
Line on Agriculture
The Trump administration announced a $11 billion farmer aid package to be distributed by February, intended as a "bridge" to a stronger farm economy. However, one ag economist raises concerns about the long-term implications of these payments.
Bridge Payments Inadequate and Bird Flu Strategy Urged
The Agribusiness Update
Even with recent federal support flowing to agricultural producers, many farmers say deeper problems persist in rural farm economies, and a bipartisan group of senators called on the USDA to expedite development of a comprehensive bird flu vaccination strategy.
Bridge Payments Inadequate and Bird Flu Strategy Urged
The Agribusiness Update
Even with recent federal support flowing to agricultural producers, many farmers say deeper problems persist in rural farm economies, and a bipartisan group of senators called on the USDA to expedite development of a comprehensive bird flu vaccination strategy.
Burks Tractor Sues Monarch and New Trade Deal with India
The Agribusiness Update
Idaho-based Burks Tractor filed a lawsuit against Monarch Tractor after its tractors failed to operate autonomously, and India expects to secure a new trade deal with the U.S. before the end of the year.
Florida Strawberries Available and New Trade Deal with India
The Agribusiness Update
Besides the cooler, less humid weather, Florida’s late fall and winter also brings the sweet burst of locally grown strawberries, and India expects to secure a new trade deal with the U.S. before the end of the year.
Burks Tractor Sues Monarch and New Trade Deal with India
The Agribusiness Update
Idaho-based Burks Tractor filed a lawsuit against Monarch Tractor after its tractors failed to operate autonomously, and India expects to secure a new trade deal with the U.S. before the end of the year.
Farmer Survey Shows More Optimism
Line on Agriculture
The Purdue University CME Group Ag Economy Barometer rose to 139 in November, the highest since June, driven by increased optimism about the future. The Future Expectations Index jumped to 144, while the Current Conditions Index dipped slightly to 128. This optimism may be linked to the recent US-China trade pact, which could expand agricultural exports.
Specialty Crop Pressures and USDA Catching Up
The Agribusiness Update
For specialty crop farmers, 2025 has offered little relief from mounting financial pressures, and USDA catching up after the government shutdown, releasing the latest sales data.
Specialty Crop Pressures and USDA Catching Up
The Agribusiness Update
For specialty crop farmers, 2025 has offered little relief from mounting financial pressures, and USDA catching up after the government shutdown, releasing the latest sales data.
Can Autonomous Equipment Help Keep Growers Competitive?
Farm of the Future
With tighter margins and rising costs across all industries, many farmers are looking for new ways to keep their operations moving forward.
USDA to Purchase Surplus Fruit for Nutrition Programs
Southeast Regional Ag News
USDA’s planned thirty million dollar fruit purchase is expected to draw close attention from citrus producers across the Southeast.
Senate Advances Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act
California Ag Today
New legislation could expand milk choices in schools and influence California’s dairy sector.
Holiday Agriculture Push Strengthens Farms Across the Southeast
Southeast Regional Ag News
States highlight local food, reduced waste, and homegrown holiday traditions.
Senate Moves Forward on Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act
Southeast Regional Ag News
New school milk flexibility draws attention across the Southeast.
Rural Revitalization and Farm Bill Extension Does Little
The Agribusiness Update
The New Democrat Coalition unveils sweeping Rural Revitalization Agenda aimed at boosting healthcare access, strengthening farm economy and expanding broadband in underserved communities, and the temporary extension of the 2018 Farm Bill offers little relief from rising costs and growing uncertainty.