Georgia Expands Grazing Period to 365 Days

Southeast Regional Ag News
USDA changes disaster assistance rules for eligible Georgia pastures.

Meet Matt & Kristie Dorsey. He’s the President of the Idaho Farm Bureau Federation, and she’s the Idaho Farm Bureau Promotion & Engagement District 4 Chair.

Idaho Ag Today
Let's meet Matt Dorsey's the President of the Idaho Farm Bureau Federation.

Farmer Face Higher Diesel Prices and First NWS Case in Arizona

The Agribusiness Update
U.S. farmers are facing an estimated $2.4 billion increase in diesel expenses during the 2025-26 planting and harvesting season, and USDA confirms Arizona's first case of New World screwworm.

Idaho's Top Ten

Idaho Ag Today
The cattle and calves sector bumped milk in 2025 to become the top agricultural commodity in Idaho in terms of farm-gate revenue.

The Cattle Supply Crunch Isn't Letting Up

Southeast Regional Ag News
UF livestock economist Hannah Baker examines the latest cattle numbers and what they reveal about tightening supplies.

After the Storm, the Deadlines Begin

Southeast Regional Ag News
USDA outlines disaster assistance and reporting requirements for Alabama and Florida agricultural producers recovering from Hurricane Isaias.

National FFA Award for Oregon Member and U.S.-Mexico Trade Talks Stall

The Agribusiness Update
Winners of the 2026 National FFA Agricultural Proficiency Awards were named last week at the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis and one is for an Oregon member, and trade negotiations between the U.S. and Mexico have stalled over steel and aluminum tariffs.

GFB Dog of the Year Award and U.S.-Mexico Trade Talks Stall

The Agribusiness Update
Riggs, a tri-red Australian Shepherd who lives on Shadow Lane Farm in Morgan County was named the 2026 Georgia Farm Bureau Farm Dog of the Year, and trade negotiations between the U.S. and Mexico have stalled over steel and aluminum tariffs.

Tartar fire aftermath

Idaho Ag Today
The Tartar Fire burned more than 158 thousand acres in Washington County near the town of Weiser, Idaho.

Migration Season and Bird Flu Concerns

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Fall migration is underway and USDA is urging livestock and poultry producers to stay vigilant against Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza.

Could More Federal Grazing Be on the Horizon for California Ranchers?

California Ag Today
USDA is revisiting a directive aimed at restoring grazing capacity, and ranchers are being asked to explore what it could mean for their operations.

Idaho passes Washington

Idaho Ag Today
Idaho passes Washington in farm receipts for first time.

GFB's Ag In Classroom Program and Farm Bill Lacks Prop 12 Fix

The Agribusiness Update
Georgia Farm Bureau’s Ag in the Classroom program has awarded $500 grants to 10 elementary school teachers, and the National Pork Producers Council welcomed progress on the farm bill, but said lawmakers must address California’s Proposition 12.

Winegrape Heat Challenges and Farm Bill Lacks Prop 12 Fix

The Agribusiness Update
Winegrape growers facing a hotter and more volatile climate may have several ways to protect the value of their vineyards, and the National Pork Producers Council welcomed progress on the farm bill, but said lawmakers must address California’s Proposition 12.

Dirt Road podcast

Idaho Ag Today
Listeners might come for the ag, but they stay for the stories. The Dirt Road Discussions podcast.

Georgia Tightens Screwworm Safeguards Again

Southeast Regional Ag News
Georgia’s response serves as a reminder for Southeast livestock owners to check requirements before moving animals.

Cover Crops Survey Results, Cattle on Feed 1% Above a Year Ago

Line on Agriculture
The University of Missouri’s biannual survey and factors influencing farmers’ cover-cropping choices explained.

Cattle and calves on feed were 1% above the previous year.

Georgia Looks to Grow Rural Veterinary Care

Southeast Regional Ag News
Loan repayment program aims to bring veterinarians to communities facing critical shortages.

Tax Considerations When Using USDA Livestock Programs

Line on Agriculture
Tax implications when receiving reimbursement from USDA or insurance companies for disaster-related losses.

Georgia Eases Screwworm Entry Rules

Southeast Regional Ag News
New Mexico animals return to standard entry requirements, while additional restrictions remain for animals coming from Texas.