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U.S. Forest Service Proposed Move and Mental Health Care for Ag
The Agribusiness Update
A federal plan to relocate the headquarters of the U.S. Forest Service from Washington to Utah is drawing mixed reactions from agriculture and rural stakeholders, and legislators introduce bipartisan Ag Access to Addiction and Mental Healthcare Act.
2026 Flavor of Georgia and Mental Health Care for Ag
The Agribusiness Update
Papa Mountain secured the top spot in the 2026 Flavor of Georgia food product competition for its Garlic and Herb Bread Rolls, and legislators introduce bipartisan Ag Access to Addiction and Mental Healthcare Act.
Florida Farm Bill Signed and Bipartisan Support for Farmers
The Agribusiness Update
Florida Ag Commissioner Wilton Simpson joined Governor Ron DeSantis, and others as the 2026 Florida Farm Bill was signed into law, and lawmakers from both parties voiced support for American farmers during a Senate Ag Committee hearing.
Farm Troubles and Blame
Fruit Grower Report
As fuel prices soar, thanks to the war in Iran, and adds to the exorbitant costs farmers are already paying for labor, inputs and equipment, who is to blame for the mess we find ourselves in today?
Keep Pushing Your Legislators
Fruit Grower Report
With farmers in Washington state experiencing negative returns the past few years, and labor alone accounting for 108% of their total gross revenue, many feel it’s crucial that lawmakers understand that.
Don't Blame President
Fruit Grower Report
When contacting your legislators to discuss your concerns about the challenges facing farmers today, it’s important to keep a level head.
Talk to Legislators
Fruit Grower Report
With all of the challenges facing the agricultural industry, it’s never been more important that our legislators understand what is actually happening out there.
Farmland sell-off
Idaho Ag Today
Idaho’s rapid population growth is impacting farmland and not in a good way.
FFA and politicians
Idaho Ag Today
On January 26th the Idaho statehouse was flooded with a sea of blue FFA jackets as part of the Cenarrusa FFA Day on the Hill.
Idaho Ag Day
Idaho Ag Today
About 14 farm groups joined together inside the state’s Capitol building Jan. 13 to celebrate Idaho agriculture.
Tree Fruit Day in Olympia
Fruit Grower Report
Tree Fruit Day in Olympia on Wednesday, January 28th is fast approaching and if you haven’t signed up yet, now is the time.
Farmers Speaking Out
Fruit Grower Report
Lately, it appears Congress has been recognizing the many challenges farmers and ranchers are facing these days, and U.S. Representative Dan Newhouse says that isn't happening by chance.
Legislature and Agriculture-Braun
Fruit Grower Report
When it comes to ag overtime, Senate Republican, John Braun tells the ‘Elephant in the Dome’ podcast that too many urban legislators can’t admit it’s bad policy.
FB building location
Idaho Ag Today
Farm Bureau's new four-story, mixed-use project in downtown Boise.
New Farm Bureau building
Idaho Ag Today
On October 16th, the Idaho Farm Bureau Federation held a groundbreaking ceremony for it’s new four-story, mixed-use project in downtown Boise.
Florida Legislators of the Year and SNAP-WIC Benefits Ending November 1
The Agribusiness Update
Senator Nick DiCeglie (dih-SEG-lee) and Rep. J.J. Grow have been named the 2025 Florida Farm Bureau Legislators of the Year, and millions face losing their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits on November 1.
USDA Emergency Assistance on Hold and Tyson - Cargill Settlement
The Agribusiness Update
Democrats are responding to announcement that emergency assistance for farmers won’t happen until the government shutdown ends, and Tyson and Cargill will pay a combined $87.5 million to settle a beef price-fixing lawsuit from 2019.