Strong Start for Beef Variety Meat Exports

California Ag Today
Early 2026 data shows significant gains in value and steady global demand.

China's Shrinking Hog Herd Hits U.S. Corn Exports

Line on Agriculture
China is reducing its hog herd due to an oversupply of pork, which is affecting global corn exports.

USDA Research

Idaho Ag Today
Profitibility or reduce variability in profitability. expand markets and uses of agricultural products.

Pork Performs, Variety Meats Deliver

Southeast Regional Ag News
Solid pork export growth meets surging demand for beef variety meats worldwide.

California Exports to China Down and Americans Support E15

The Agribusiness Update
California agricultural exports to China saw a 64% decline last year, and a majority of Americans support expansion of lower-cost E15 fuel and legislation to make it available year-round.

California Dairy Shines at Global Pizza Expo

California Ag Today
From chef demos to competition pies, California cheeses took a leading role in pizza innovation on the world stage.

A Global Appetite for Peanuts

Southeast Regional Ag News
Strong interest in American brands signals opportunity in one of Southeast Asia’s largest markets.

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.

Washington Apple Exports 2026

Fruit Grower Report
Whether it’s tariffs and bumpy negotiations with other countries, the cost of transportation, or any other problem, trade is filled with challenges for agriculture.

Keeping organic organic

Idaho Ag Today
How does an organic farmer keep his crop organic what with neighboring fields that are not organic possibly having pollen drift etc.

Beef Exports in 2026

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Dan Halstrom, President of the U.S. Meat Export Federation, says yes, China is causing some export headaches, but other Asian markets are doing well for U.S. beef.

War Impact on California Ag and Ethanol Exports Decline

The Agribusiness Update
The U.S.-Israeli war with Iran, now in its third week, is taking a toll on California’s high-value agriculture sector, and U.S. ethanol exports declined slightly to start the year.

GFB President's Trip to D.C. and Ethanol Exports Decline

The Agribusiness Update
The annual Georgia Farm Bureau Presidents’ trip to Washington, D.C., provided members the opportunity to interact directly with Georgia’s congressional delegation, and U.S. ethanol exports declined slightly to start the year.

Potatoes to Japan-Wyden

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Senators Ron Wyden of Oregon and Idaho’s Mike Crapo wrote a letter, signed by 66 of their colleagues, encouraging the President to make getting U.S. fresh potato access into Japan.

Global Tensions Could Shape What Farmers Plant This Year

California Ag Today
Uncertainty in fertilizer markets may influence planting decisions as producers begin the spring season.

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.

US Mississippi River Not Efficient for Movement of Ag Goods

Line on Agriculture
The US Grains Council is prioritizing improvement for river access for corn exports.

US meat production

Idaho Ag Today
Total US meat production is expected to increase in 2026, per USDA's first outlook for the year.

Bee Numbers Still Down and Advanced Materials for Farm Equipment

The Agribusiness Update
While beekeepers have not seen the devastating hive mortality this winter that they did in 2025, they say they’re still losing colonies, and researchers are developing advanced materials that could make farm equipment lighter, stronger and more durable.

National Ethanol Conference in Orlando and Advanced Materials for Farm Equipment

The Agribusiness Update
Speaking at the National Ethanol Conference in Orlando, Renewable Fuels Association President Geoff Cooper

celebrates record 2025, and researchers are developing advanced materials that could make farm equipment lighter, stronger and more durable.