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Corteva Petition Controversy and Severe Spring Weather Possible
The Agribusiness Update
Six major commodity groups sent a letter to the ITC encouraging a NO vote in advancing a petition from Corteva Agribusiness, and forecasters say the spring severe weather season may quickly shift into high gear with favorable tornado conditions over the next few weeks.
World Ag Expo Draws Masses and Tractor Sales Data In
The Agribusiness Update
The World Ag Expo, the largest outdoor farm trade show on the planet, lured throngs of attendees eager to see the latest in ag technology, and January unit sales of four-wheel-drive tractors grew slightly in the U.S.
UGA Groundbreaking for Ag Research and Tractor Sales Data In
The Agribusiness Update
UGA breaks ground for new ag research facility at the Tifton campus, and January unit sales of four-wheel-drive tractors grew slightly in the U.S.
Rail Crossings to Mexico Reopened and Exports Important for Holiday Treats
The Agribusiness Update
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection has reopened the
Eagle Pass and El Paso rail crossings into Mexico, and USDA’s Foreign Ag Service is reminding us that exports are important to those holiday treats we’ve been enjoying recently.
Read More California Reservoir Management and Ag Groups Push AM Radio Act
The Agribusiness Update
California has seen dramatic increases in reservoir levels and surface-water supplies thanks to an El Niño, and rural and agricultural groups write Congress in support of passing the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act.
Florida Achievement in Agriculture and Ag Groups Push AM Radio Act
The Agribusiness Update
Finalists for Florida Farm Bureau’s 2023 Achievement in
Agriculture awards will compete at the Florida Farm Bureau Annual Meeting in Orlando next week, and rural and agricultural groups write Congress in support of passing the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act.
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Modern Farm Bill Legislation Needed
California Ag Today
With the Farm Bill set to expire soon, ag groups continue to press for a modern farm bill.
NAWG Fly-In Priorities and House Bill Bans Prohibiting Gas-Powered Vehicles
The Agribusiness Update
The National Association of Wheat Growers completed the second part of its 2023 summer Farm Bill Fly-Ins to the nation’s capital, and the House of Representatives approved a bill prohibiting California’s attempt to eliminate all gas-powered vehicles.
Klamath Water Supply Challenges and EPA Rejects CAFO Petitions
The Agribusiness Update
Farmers relying on water supplies from the federal Klamath Water Project say they’re trying to finish harvest before their water supply is cut off, and EPA rejects two petitions from environmental groups calling for stronger CAFO regulations.
Klamath Water Supply Challenges and EPA Rejects CAFO Petitions
The Agribusiness Update
Farmers relying on water supplies from the federal Klamath Water Project say they’re trying to finish harvest before their water supply is cut off, and EPA rejects two petitions from environmental groups calling for stronger CAFO regulations.
GFA Receives Leahy Grants and EPA Rejects CAFO Petitions
The Agribusiness Update
The Georgia Foundation for Agriculture is among 103 organizations selected to receive funding through the Patrick Leahy Farm to School Grant Program, and EPA rejects two petitions from environmental groups calling for stronger CAFO regulations.
Possible Dam Suits Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
A lawsuit could be on the way from four conservation groups, calling for actions to address high water temperatures that could include breeching lower Snake River dams.
Possible Dam Suits Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
A lawsuit could be on the way from four conservation groups, calling for actions to address high water temperatures that could include breeching lower Snake River dams.
Corn Used for Fuel Higher and Farm Credit System's Income Down
The Agribusiness Update
USDA data shows corn used to make ethanol and other fuels increased month-to-month in June but were down year-over-year, and the Farm Credit System’s combined net income decreased 1.4% to $1.78 billion for the three and six months ending on June 30.
U.S. Farm Expenditures and Survey Says Farm Bill Unlikely
The Agribusiness Update
USDA releases 2022 Total Farm Production Expenditures summary that are estimated at $452.7 billion, up 15.2%, and for the first time in Purdue University polling, more farmers than not say Congress is UNLIKELY to pass a farm bill this year.
U.S. Farm Expenditures and Survey Says Farm Bill Unlikely
The Agribusiness Update
USDA releases 2022 Total Farm Production Expenditures summary that are estimated at $452.7 billion, up 15.2%, and for the first time in Purdue University polling, more farmers than not say Congress is UNLIKELY to pass a farm bill this year.
Amendment Targeting Checkoff Programs and Animal Ag Groups & Misinformation
The Agribusiness Update
Agriculture checkoff groups jointly announced opposition to legislation they say attacks commodity checkoff programs, and Animal Ag Alliance and the National Institute for Animal Agriculture partner to combat misinformation about animal ag.
Amendment Targeting Checkoff Programs and Animal Ag Groups & Misinformation
The Agribusiness Update
Agriculture checkoff groups jointly announced opposition to legislation they say attacks commodity checkoff programs, and Animal Ag Alliance and the National Institute for Animal Agriculture partner to combat misinformation about animal ag.
Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act and Inflation for Farmers
The Agribusiness Update
18 commodity groups are voicing opposition to the Opportunities for Fairness in Farming, or OFF Act, and the Farm Credit Administration’s quarterly report on economic issues shows inflation remains elevated.
Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act and Inflation for Farmers
The Agribusiness Update
18 commodity groups are voicing opposition to the Opportunities for Fairness in Farming, or OFF Act, and the Farm Credit Administration’s quarterly report on economic issues shows inflation remains elevated.