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Lenders Urge Stronger Sugar Policy and Wheat Production Higher
The Agribusiness Update
Farm lenders and financial experts sent a letter to Ag leaders urging Congress to strengthen U.S. sugar policy in the Farm Bill and oppose efforts to weaken the farm safety net, and U.S. wheat production for 2024-25 is forecast at 2.008 billion bushels, the largest crop since 2016-17.
Thanksgiving Food Grown in Florida and USDA Helps Specialty Crops
The Agribusiness Update
When you’re giving thanks this Thanksgiving, consider that much of your food grew in the Sunshine State, say University of Florida experts, and USDA is starting a new effort to support Specialty Crop producers and increase competitiveness.
No Respect for Ag Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
The disconnect between agriculture and lawmakers continues to grow, according to the Washington Policy Center's Pam Lewison who says far too much advice was coming from urban legislators.
No Respect for Ag Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
The disconnect between agriculture and lawmakers continues to grow, according to the Washington Policy Center's Pam Lewison who says far too much advice was coming from urban legislators.
Proactive Weed Management
Farm of the Future
As the growing season ramps up, unfortunately so does weed pressure.
Respect for Agriculture Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Washington Policy Center, Initiative on Agriculture director, Pam Lewison talks about the lack of respect from urban legislators and the disconnect that seems to be growing.
Respect for Agriculture Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
Washington Policy Center, Initiative on Agriculture director, Pam Lewison talks about the lack of respect from urban legislators and the disconnect that seems to be growing.
War and Grain Prices
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The Russia-Ukraine war will severely challenge global grain production.
Cereal Experts: Time to Think About Spring
Farm of the Future
Although it’s the winter, it’s never too early for farmers to start thinking about what they’re going to face in the spring.
Cattle Industry Moo'ves in on Phoenix and 57% of U.S. Dry
The Agribusiness Update
The Cattle Industry hits trail to Phoenix this month for 2018 Cattle Industry Convention, and 57% of the U.S. experiencing drought or dryness as wheat market watches.
Interpera Congress Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Wenatchee hosts first Interpera Congress in the U.S. this month, attracting pear growers and experts from around the world.
Held Accountable
Food Forethought
Yet another undercover video has been released by an animal activist group.
Ocean Acidification Blue Ribbon Panel Meeting
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Governor's Blue Ribbon Panel on Ocean Acidification holds day long meeting.
Narrow Minded Smear Campaign
Food Forethought
Food activists continue to blame meat for the nation's rising obesity numbers.
Paying It Forward With Pizza
Food Forethought
It isn't easy standing up to pressure by the Humane Society of the United States, but it can be done.
Let the Claims Begin
Food Forethought
Some teachers and parents groups claim that having chocolate milk on school menus contributes to childhood obesity, while nutrition experts claim otherwise.