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H-2A Workforce
Fruit Grower Report
For anyone complaining that workers from other countries are taking away farm jobs from hard working Americans, do your homework.
Behind the Grocery Bill
Southeast Regional Ag News
Most of what consumers spend on food never makes it back to the farm.
The TOTAL Survey
Idaho Ag Today
How many acres of U.S. farmland is rented to ag producers for growing crops?
Income Vs Labor
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
It’s no secret that the cost of agricultural labor is a major expense for farmers, but it has exploded in recent years to a level that many cannot afford.
New NPC President
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The National Potato Council installed its 2026 Executive Committee leaders at the organization’s Washington Summit, including Ben Sklarczyk (SKLAR-zik) of Johannesburg, Michigan, elected to serve as the NPC's President for the next year.
Bee Bills Rising
California Ag Today
Almond growers are seeing higher colony costs while overall pollination value continues to grow.
Ag Labor and Immigration
Fruit Grower Report
The debate over immigration reform and ag labor has some big holes on both sides of the argument.
The Business of Bloom
Southeast Regional Ag News
New figures detail how pollination investments are shaping this year’s crop budgets.
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.
WSTFA Lobbying Efforts
Fruit Grower Report
Washington State Tree Fruit Association members and staff gathered in Olympia recently to try and help close the ag knowledge gap between lawmakers and growers. WSTFA lobbyist, David Ducharme ...
Income Vs Farm Labor Expenses
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
It’s no secret that the cost of agricultural labor is a major expense for farmers, but it has exploded in recent years to a level that many cannot afford.
Tree Fruit Day in Olympia
Fruit Grower Report
Tree Fruit Day in Olympia on Wednesday, January 28th is fast approaching and if you haven’t signed up yet, now is the time.
Specialty Crop Fixes in 2026
Fruit Grower Report
2026 begins with continuing hopes that specialty crops will see some kind of ag labor reforms and be included in future ag assistance programs.
Speak Up for Ag Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
If it seems like agriculture is always being targeted with new laws, regulations and expenses, is it because the ag community doesn’t communicate the way they should?
Speak Up for Ag Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
If it seems like agriculture is always being targeted with new laws, regulations and expenses, is it because the ag community doesn’t communicate the way they should?
California’s Thanksgiving Price Gap
California Ag Today
A Farm Bureau review shows the state’s Thanksgiving staples running higher than national and regional averages.
Southern Thanksgiving Costs Ease, Thanks to Our Growers
Southeast Regional Ag News
A new look at Thanksgiving prices highlights both savings for Southern families and the steady resilience of the region’s farmers.
Tough times for farmers
Idaho Ag Today
Idaho and U.S. farmers are currently facing tough financial challenges and many are struggling to stay in business.
China-US Trade Dispute and Farm Economy Continues Decline
The Agribusiness Update
The Chinese government announced it would curb critical mineral exports to countries like the U.S., sparking an immediate response from the White House, and Farmers are facing a difficult farm economy, as crop prices continue to decline and production expenses remain high.