Codify H-2A Wage Rates

Fruit Grower Report
While a federal district court recently upheld the Trump administration’s revised wage rule for H-2A ag workers, farmers and ag groups are concerned that the current rates could be reversed or drastically amended by a future administration.

Florida's Lab-grown Meat Ban and Summer Sale of E15

The Agribusiness Update
A federal appeals court upheld Florida’s ban on lab-grown meat, that’s been in place since 2024, and the Renewable Fuels Association welcomed an EPA decision to allow uninterrupted sales of lower-cost E15 this summer.

More Funding and Tariff Relief and USMCA Importance

The Agribusiness Update
President Trump will seek funding for the war in Iran, while Republican lawmakers debate wildfire aid and $15 billion in tariff relief for farmers, and leaders from Ag, manufacturing, and technology met in Washington to highlight the importance of renewing the USMCA.

Potato Sales Hold Steady and One Farmer-One File Initiative

The Agribusiness Update
U.S. retail sales of potatoes held steady in 2025, reflecting consistent consumer purchasing patterns across the category, and the NACD applauds the USDA’s “One Farmer, One File” initiative, designed to streamline producer interactions across USDA agencies.

Public Lands Council Annual Meeting and Price Fixing Suit Dismissed

The Agribusiness Update
The Public Lands Council held its 56th annual meeting in Grand Junction, Colorado last week, and a judge in Missouri dismissed a lawsuit accusing agricultural giants like Bayer, Corteva, Syngenta, and others of price fixing.

California Cattle Industry and New Union Contract for West Coast Ports

The Agribusiness Update
California ranchers have less to sell after years

of drought forced them to shrink their herds, and the Pacific Maritime Association and the International Longshore and Warehouse Union announced a tentative agreement on a new six-year contract.

California Cattle Industry and New Union Contract for West Coast Ports

The Agribusiness Update
California ranchers have less to sell after years

of drought forced them to shrink their herds, and the Pacific Maritime Association and the International Longshore and Warehouse Union announced a tentative agreement on a new six-year contract.

UF Online Training Program and New Union Contract for West Coast Ports

The Agribusiness Update
Nutrient Management Level 1 is part of the award-winning Greenhouse Online Training program offered by the University of Florida Extension, and the Pacific Maritime Association and the International Longshore and Warehouse Union announced a tentative agreement on a new six-year contract.

SCOTUS Upholds Prop 12 and Ford to Keep AM Radio

The Agribusiness Update
The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld California’s Proposition 12, and Ford CEO announces Ford will keep AM radio in their newly manufactured vehicles in 2024.

Farmers For Trump Survey and California Beekeepers in Wildfires

The Agribusiness Update
A new survey shows 75% of farmers would vote for President Trump if the election was held today, and California beekeepers struggling amid smoke from wildfires.

Survey by Senator Sheldon

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
An annual survey by Democratic Senator Tim Sheldon draws surprising results for Western Washington district.

Schrier H-2A Comments Pt 2

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Ag community reaction to Congressional Candidate Kim Schrier's comments on H-2A employers.

Schrier H-2A Comments Pt 1

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Ag community reaction to Congressional Candidate Kim Schrier's comments on H-2A employers.

Hirst's Billions Pt 2

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Washington State Supreme Court's Hirst ruling costing state $7-billion annually in missed opportunity.

Hirst Decision Costing Billions Pt 2

Fruit Grower Report
State Supreme Court's Hirst ruling is costing the State of Washington $7-billion in unrealized economic activity.

Hirst Decision Costing Billions Pt 1

Fruit Grower Report
The State Supreme Court's Hirst ruling is costing the state roughly $7-billion dollars in lost economic activity.

Hirst Decision Costing Billions Pt 2

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
New study shows Supreme Court's Hirst decision is costing the state Billions in unrealized economic impact.

Hirst Decision Costing Billions Pt 1

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
New Study Shows Supreme Court's Hirst ruling costing state billions in lost economic value.