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Georgia Farmers Put More Than $1.5 Million Behind New Research
Southeast Regional Ag News
Georgia cotton and peanut growers are investing heavily in research aimed at improving yields, fighting pests, and finding new market opportunities for producers across the Southeast.
New AI-Drone Research in Florida and Trump Backs Year-Round E15
The Agribusiness Update
University of Florida scientists launched a new, grant-funded research project using artificial intelligence and drone technology to help Florida celery growers, and President Trump is calling on Congress to resolve differences over year-round sales of E15 fuel.
Solar Installations on Farmland and Wheat Exports Higher
The Agribusiness Update
Land use concerns in areas dominated by agricultural production are fueling much of the local resistance to utility-scale solar installations, and this year’s U.S. wheat exports are forecast to increase by 25 million bushels this month, the highest since 2020-21.
Solar Installations on Farmland and Wheat Exports Higher
The Agribusiness Update
Land use concerns in areas dominated by agricultural production are fueling much of the local resistance to utility-scale solar installations, and this year’s U.S. wheat exports are forecast to increase by 25 million bushels this month, the highest since 2020-21.
Solar Installations on Farmland and Wheat Exports Higher
The Agribusiness Update
Land use concerns in areas dominated by agricultural production are fueling much of the local resistance to utility-scale solar installations, and this year’s U.S. wheat exports are forecast to increase by 25 million bushels this month, the highest since 2020-21.
Growing Agriculture Beyond Earth
Southeast Regional Ag News
UF scientist Anna-Lisa Paul earns top honor for pioneering plant research in space and extreme environments.
Expanding Our Roots: Mentorship That Grows California Agriculture
California Ag Today
New farmers and ranchers are finding guidance—and confidence—through a unique mentorship program launched by the California Farm Bureau’s California Bountiful Foundation. Expanding Our Roots connects beginning producers with experienced mentors to help navigate the complex world of modern agriculture.
Valencia Orange Supply Down and Washington Soil Health Plan
The Agribusiness Update
A record-low U.S. supply of Florida's Valencia oranges for juicing this year, and MyLand announces a new $4.8 million dollar opportunity in Washington State to enhance soil health for farmers.
Georgia Farmers Market Promotion and Washington Soil Health Plan
The Agribusiness Update
AgGeorgia Farm Credit has designated $10,000 to help local farmers markets promote their markets in 2025, and the application period is now open, and MyLand announces a new $4.8 million dollar opportunity in Washington State to enhance soil health for farmers.
US Poultry AI Research and Revised Grizzly Listing Denounced
The Agribusiness Update
USPOULTRY Foundation announces completion of funded research project from the University of Georgia to develop a web-based artificial intelligence system to analyze broiler activity index, and the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association and the Public Lands Council denounced the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s revised grizzly bear listing.
Trump on Panama Canal and Poultry Settlement
The Agribusiness Update
Reports say President-elect Trump threatened to reassert U.S. control over the Panama Canal, citing excessive rates to use the passage, and nine of the nation’s largest poultry processors have agreed to pay settlements in a years-long antitrust lawsuit alleging worker wage conspiracy.
American Peanut Council Celebrates Jimmy Carter and Poultry Settlement
The Agribusiness Update
The American Peanut Council celebrates the life and contributions of Georgia peanut farmer and our 39th President, Jimmy Carter, and nine of the nation’s largest poultry processors have agreed to pay settlements in a years-long antitrust lawsuit alleging worker wage conspiracy.
NAFB Pushes AM Radio Act and Corn & Wheat Exports Rise
The Agribusiness Update
The National Association of Farm Broadcasting’s Board of Directors sent a letter to Congressional leadership on the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act, and USDA’s inspections of corn and wheat for export rose week to week during the week ending on December 12.
UGA Seed Grants and Farm Bill Logjam Easing
The Agribusiness Update
The University of Georgia announces list of funded faculty seed grants to address issues in rural Georgia, and the 2024 Farm Bill's legislative logjam shows a few signs of breaking.
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.
Growth Energy on Inaccurate Ethanol Study and Bayer Supports Colleagues in Ukraine
The Agribusiness Update
Growth Energy is urging the Department of Energy to address inaccurate and misleading ethanol study, and Bayer supports colleagues in Ukraine.
Ag Housing Eligibility bill
Fruit Grower Report
A new Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2018 contains an amendment from U.S. Representative Dan Newhouse that gives H-2A guest workers the same USDA-funded housing eligibility as domestic workers.
Soil Moisture Technology and Mexico Duty on U.S. Pork
The Agribusiness Update
Soil Moisture technology most overlooked by farmers, and Mexico hits U.S. pork with new tariffs.
FOIA Documents Show EPA's Knowledge Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Documents received 16-months after FOIA request show EPA's knowledge of taxpayer funded lobbying efforts by What's Upstream's anti-farming campaign.