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University of California Adds Two to Ag Research and Record HPAI Bird Deaths
The Agribusiness Update
The University of California adds UC Santa Cruz and UC Merced to list of agricultural experiment stations, and a record number of domestic birds die in 2021 from bird flu.
Rice Producers Seek Emergency Assistance and Record HPAI Bird Deaths
The Agribusiness Update
Rice producers are seeking emergency assistance from the federal government, and a record number of domestic birds die from bird flu this year.
Diesel Prices Debate
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Higher diesel prices were the topic of debate at a recent Senate Ag Committee hearing.
Farmer's Food Dollar Down and Farm Loan Interest Rates Rise Sharply
The Agribusiness Update
NFU President Rob Larew says farmers' share of the Thanksgiving food dollar remains low, and farm loan interest rates rise sharply in third quarter.
The importance of crop insurance
Farm of the Future
The food security we enjoy in this country is thanks in part to crop insurance.
Farmers' Share of Thanksgiving Food Bill Stays Low
Southeast Regional Ag News
The National Farmers Union says the retail price of turkey averages $1.99 a pound, and the farmers’ share is six cents per pound.
Cargill CEO Expects Food Prices to Drop in 2023 and Black Sea Grain Exports Extended
The Agribusiness Update
Cargill CEO David MacLennan expects food prices to decline in 2023, and Russia extends the Black Sea Grain Export Deal for another 120 days.
Americans Waste $450 Million Worth of Food on Thanksgiving
Southeast Regional Ag News
From Shawn Shepherd of ReFED, "What we're throwing away could feed every hungry American six-and-a-half meals."
Mexican Considers Chemical Bans and Farm Loan Interest Rates Up Sharply
The Agribusiness Update
A group of Mexican lawmakers are attempting to ban almost 200 pesticide chemicals, and farm loan interest rates are up sharply in third quarter.
The Thanksgiving Grocery Bill Blues
Southeast Regional Ag News
The latest American Farm Bureau Federation Thanksgiving dinner survey shows grocery prices up 20% this year, building on a 14% increase from 2021.
Food Security Memo Signed
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
National Cattlemen's Association CEO Colin Woodall appreciates the signing of a memo that should provide better food security.
UF Citrus Greening Research and China Considers Easing COVID Restrictions
The Agribusiness Update
University of Florida faculty secure over $16 million for Citrus Greening research, and China considers easing COVID restrictions.
U.S. food production is a matter of national security
Farm of the Future
President Joe Biden recently signed a National Security Memorandum to Strengthen the Security and Resilience of U.S. Food and Agriculture.
California Harnesses Cow Power and Specialty Crop Insurance
The Agribusiness Update
The Golden State becomes leader in harnessing "Cow Power" to produce renewable fuels, and California farmers purchase the most Federal Crop Insurance for Specialty Crops.
Money, Money, Money, Money…MONEY!
Southeast Regional Ag News
Across the southeast, agricultural projects are receiving a boost.
Potato Expo 2023 Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
More detail about the 2023 Potato Expo, coming January 4-5 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort in Aurora, Colorado.
Food Security is National Security
Southeast Regional Ag News
Colin Woodall, NCBA CEO, responds to the National Security Memorandum to Strengthen the Security and Resilience of U.S. Food and Agriculture.
Potato Expo 2023 Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
More detail about the 2023 Potato Expo, coming January 4-5 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort in Aurora, Colorado.
Meat Processing Grants
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack announces millions for new meat processing grants and loans.
Economy Top of Rural Minds Heading into Midterm Election
Southeast Regional Ag News
Inflation, fuel, and food prices continue to weigh on voters.