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New Dietary Guidelines and WOTUS Clarification Needed
The Agribusiness Update
The Department of Health and Human Services and the USDA have released the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans marking a significant reset of federal nutrition policy, and farmers need rules that clearly define federal jurisdiction of the Waters of the United States.
Senate Vote Ends Tariffs
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
In a 51-47 vote, the US Senate voted to end President Trump’s global tariffs sending the measure to the House, while the US Supreme Court may have the final word.
FSA Reopening
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
USDA recently announced that Farm Service Agency offices will reopen despite the ongoing stalemate in funding the federal government.
Chickpeas in the Cotton Belt? Clemson Thinks It’s Possible
Southeast Regional Ag News
A $2 million USDA-funded project is sprouting new opportunities for organic winter chickpeas in the Southeast.
Poultry More Attractive Option and USTR's Fees on Chinese Ships
The Agribusiness Update
Improved economic conditions, along with ongoing high prices for other proteins, make poultry an attractive option for worldwide consumers, and USTR's proposed fees on ocean carriers with ties to China could take a major toll on America’s farmers and ranchers.
Poultry More Attractive Option and USTR's Fees on Chinese Ships
The Agribusiness Update
Improved economic conditions, along with ongoing high prices for other proteins, make poultry an attractive option for worldwide consumers, and USTR's proposed fees on ocean carriers with ties to China could take a major toll on America’s farmers and ranchers.
Georgia Port Jobs and USTR's Fees on Chinese Ships
The Agribusiness Update
Port activity in Georgia now supports more than 600,000 full-or-part-time jobs across the state, and USTR's proposed fees on ocean carriers with ties to China could take a major toll on America’s farmers and ranchers.
Lost Farms Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
When it comes to the declining number of American farms, data exposed by the most recent Census of Agriculture in 2022 is pretty shocking.
Lost Farms Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
When it comes to the declining number of American farms, data exposed by the most recent Census of Agriculture in 2022 is pretty shocking.
WA-ID Farm Bureau's Form Insurance Partnership and Small Family Farms Rule
The Agribusiness Update
In collaboration with Idaho Farm Bureau and Farm Bureau Insurance Company of Idaho, Washington Farm Bureau is introducing a new insurance option, and USDA’s 2024 America’s Farms and Ranches at a Glance says 86% of U.S. farms are small family farms.
UF Grant to Combat Avocado Disease and Small Family Farms Rule
The Agribusiness Update
University of Florida scientists secure $5 million grant from the USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture to combat the lethal Laurel wilt disease, and USDA’s 2024 America’s Farms and Ranches at a Glance says 86% of U.S. farms are small family farms.
Hurricanes Leave Mental Health Crisis and Income Spent on Food Steady
The Agribusiness Update
The devastation left by Hurricane Helene has intensified an ongoing mental health crisis in rural communities, where stress weighs heavier than ever, and in 2023, U.S. consumers spent an average of 11.2% of their disposable personal income on food, consistent with 2022
Farm Bill Not Going Away
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Farm bill challenges will not go away in 2025 if Congress has to punt again on the top farming legislation, according to one American Farm Bureau official.
PNW Winter Wheat Higher ad Fertilizer & Middle East War
The Agribusiness Update
Pacific Northwest winter wheat production is up 23% from last year, and ag sector is closely watching the fertilizer markets because of the ongoing war in the Middle East.
Alabama Forest Restoration and Fertilizer & Middle East War
The Agribusiness Update
Alabama landowners can now apply for assistance through the USDA Farm Service Agency’s Emergency Forest Restoration Program, and ag sector is closely watching the fertilizer markets because of the ongoing war in the Middle East.
Will Autonomy Replace Farmers?
Farm of the Future
No. Autonomy will not be replacing farmer jobs any time soon according to Sabanto founder Craig Rupp.
Potato Exports to Japan Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The National Potato Council says efforts to expand the Japanese market to accept fresh, table stock U.S. potatoes continue patiently.
Potato Exports to Japan Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The National Potato Council says efforts to expand the Japanese market to accept fresh, table stock U.S. potatoes continue patiently.