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Tariff Relief for Farmers and China Suspends Brazilian Beef
The Agribusiness Update
The USDA continues to evaluate possible tariff relief options for farmers impacted by trade disputes and rising production costs, and China has suspended beef imports from three Brazilian meatpacking plants after detecting synthetic veterinary hormones in cattle.
California Cotton’s Next Generation
California Ag Today
A California cotton producer is among the newest class selected to help shape the future of the U.S. cotton industry.
Unlocking New Uses for Almond Hulls
California Ag Today
Food companies may now begin exploring Almond Hull Powder as a potential ingredient in consumer products.
Georgia Farmers Called to Lead
Southeast Regional Ag News
Georgia producers have until June 1 to seek nomination for key agricultural commodity commissions.
Southeast Producers Get Trade Support
Southeast Regional Ag News
New funding is aimed at improving access to international markets.
Export Boost for California Agriculture
California Ag Today
New USDA investments aim to help growers expand their reach beyond U.S. borders.
Domestic Ag Possibilities
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall says there are opportunities we should be taking advantage of for new markets right here in the United States.
E15 Can Offset High Gas Prices and Help Corn Farmers at The Same Time
Line on Agriculture
Renewable Fuels Association President and CEO, Geoff Cooper highlights the role of ethanol in energy security, especially amid high fuel prices and global tensions. He emphasizes the challenges in year-round E15 sales and calls for Congress to pass legislation to allow it permanently.
Finding Help in Agriculture
California Ag Today
Short-term labor, internships, and apprenticeships offer different solutions for farms and ranches.
Big Gains for U.S. Red Meat in Central America
California Ag Today
Record-setting exports and new education efforts are boosting demand for American protein.
Quality U.S. Meat Wins Fans in Costa Rica
Southeast Regional Ag News
Growing demand and targeted training are strengthening the connection between U.S. producers and Central American buyers.
Samantha Parrot
Idaho Ag Today
A profile on some prominent women in agriculture in Idaho. Samantha Parrott is the executive director of the snake River Sugar Beet Growers Association.
FCC Bans Foreign Drones and Beef Prices Projected Higher
The Agribusiness Update
The FCC recently blacklisted all new foreign-made drones and components due to concerns over an unacceptable risk to national security, and beef prices are projected to continue increasing as U.S. beef production declines with no signs of a rebuild.
Ag trade with Vietnam
Idaho Ag Today
The Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) recently led an agricultural trade mission to Vietnam.
Peanut Producers Sought for National Peanut Board
Southeast Regional Ag News
Alabama and Florida peanut growers are encouraged to participate in upcoming National Peanut Board nomination meetings.
California Plants Fewer Cotton Acres and October Tractor Sales Down
The Agribusiness Update
With stagnating cotton prices, California growers planted fewer acres this year than almost any time in the past century, and the Association of Equipment Manufacturer's monthly "Flash Report" shows October sales for all tractors in the U.S. were down 20% from the same month last year.
Georgia Foundation for Ag Scholarships and October Tractor Sales Down
The Agribusiness Update
The Georgia Foundation for Agriculture is offering $66,000 worth of scholarships in 2026 in support of students studying for careers in ag-related fields, and the Association of Equipment Manufacturer's monthly "Flash Report" shows October sales for all tractors in the U.S. were down 20% from the same month last year.
U.S. Announces Regional Trade Steps Affecting Agriculture
Southeast Regional Ag News
The frameworks drew praise from the National Cotton Council, which highlighted potential gains for U.S. cotton in Guatemala and El Salvador.
Growing the Future: Scholarships and Success in Southern Agriculture
Southeast Regional Ag News
From student opportunities in Georgia to top honors in Florida, the Southeast celebrates leadership and learning in agriculture.
Farmers Share Real-World Lessons in Direct-to-Consumer Sales
Southeast Regional Ag News
A new Alabama Extension video series spotlights local producers turning direct beef sales into thriving farm businesses.