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NOAA Satellites to Assist with Wildfires
California Ag Today
USDA has now announced additional steps to safeguard western communities in the face of increasingly dangerous and intense wildfires
AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act Advances and Rock the Crop Sweepstakes
The Agribusiness Update
Lawmakers recently advanced the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act out of a subcommittee, and this year marks the third Firestone Ag sweepstakes, but it will be the first open exclusively for chapters of the National FFA Organization.
USDA Wildfire Funding and Vilsack on Organic Production
The Agribusiness Update
Deputy USDA Secretary Xochitl Torres Small announced $250 million is available to help protect at-risk communities from catastrophic wildfires, and Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack announced new programs and funding to expand organic markets and the transition to organic production.
Reverse Discontinued NASS Reports and Farmer Sentiment Down
The Agribusiness Update
A bipartisan group of 70 Representatives and Senators are calling on Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack to REVERSE the USDA’s decision to cancel or discontinue several NASS reports, and farmer sentiment dropped 15 points in April to a reading of 99, according to the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer.
Reverse Discontinued NASS Reports and Farmer Sentiment Down
The Agribusiness Update
A bipartisan group of 70 Representatives and Senators are calling on Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack to REVERSE the USDA’s decision to cancel or discontinue several NASS reports, and farmer sentiment dropped 15 points in April to a reading of 99, according to the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer.
Soybean-based Firefighting Foam Could be an Option for California
California Ag Today
A new invention in the Midwest could be a big hit in the dry, drought-stricken wildfire capital… our lovely state of California. Cross Plains Solutions made a soybean-based firefighting foam that could replace existing products made with harmful forever chemicals.
New Resources for Cattle Culling and Texas Panhandle Fire Update
The Agribusiness Update
A new resource from the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association and CattleFax helps producers maximize profitability from their culling decisions, and the Smokehouse Creek fire has burned more than 850,000 acres in the Texas Panhandle, the second largest in state history.
Water Deliveries Down Despite Supply and FFA Next Gen Conference
The Agribusiness Update
Water deliveries in California are down despite recent supplies, and FFA Next Gen Conference focuses on Agricultural Communications.
GFB Farm Dog Contest and FFA Next Gen Conference
The Agribusiness Update
Georgia Farm Bureau is on a mission to highlight a few of our furry heroes through the 2024 Georgia Farm Dog Contest, and FFA Next Gen Conference focuses on Agricultural Communications.
Western Wildfire Funding
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The USDA is taking steps to combat Western U.S. wildfires by investing $500 million to expand work on the Forest Service’s Wildfire Crisis Strategy, according to Ag Secretary Tom VIlsack.
USDA Directs Money to Wildfire Mitigation in High Risk Areas
Line on Agriculture
USDA seeks to protect communities and infrastructure from catastrophic wildfires.
Empathizing with TX Cattle Ranchers
Southeast Regional Ag News
As Governor Greg Abbott declares a disaster in 60 counties, the TDA’s State of Texas Agriculture Relief (STAR) Fund is calling for donations to assist Texas Panhandle farmers and ranchers.
Good Fires Coming to Georgia and Vilsack on Rural Infrastructure Funding
The Agribusiness Update
You may notice smoke rising over Georgia in the coming weeks, but don't worry those are "good fires," and Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack announced an investment of over $772 million for rural infrastructure projects.
USDA Investing $500 Million to Prevent Wildfires
California Ag Today
The USDA is investing $500 million to expand work on the Forest Service’s Wildfire Crisis Strategy. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says the goal is to reduce the risk of wildfires for communities, critical infrastructure, and natural resources.
USDA Invests Renewable Energy and Food Safety for Super Bowl Sunday
The Agribusiness Update
The USDA will invest $207 million in renewable energy and domestic fertilizer projects, and whether delivered or prepared at home, the Food Safety and Inspection Service has plans to protect your Super Bowl Sunday celebration from foodborne illness.
USDA Invests Renewable Energy and Food Safety for Super Bowl Sunday
The Agribusiness Update
The USDA will invest $207 million in renewable energy and domestic fertilizer projects, and whether delivered or prepared at home, the Food Safety and Inspection Service has plans to protect your Super Bowl Sunday celebration from foodborne illness.
Florida's January Weather Good and Food Safety for Super Bowl Sunday
The Agribusiness Update
Florida temps and rainfall help ease drought worries, and whether delivered or prepared at home, the Food Safety and Inspection Service has plans to protect your Super Bowl Sunday celebration from foodborne illness.
California Farmers Plant Agave and Gas Prices Down Again
The Agribusiness Update
After years of drought, some California farmers are planting agave, and with winter fast approaching, average gas prices declined again for the fifth straight week.
California Farmers Plant Agave and Gas Prices Down Again
The Agribusiness Update
After years of drought, some California farmers are planting agave, and with winter fast approaching, average gas prices declined again for the fifth straight week.