Canada's Economy Improved

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Several recent economic reports say that, in the first six months of this year, Canada’s economy did better than expected, posting around 2% growth, despite Trump's tariff threats.

Global warming and rain

Idaho Ag Today
I had an optimistic thought about the effects of global warming, and I put it to the test with Dr. Meetpal Kukal.

Cattle Producers Remain Optimistic and Beef Exports Down in August

The Agribusiness Update
A Drover’s beef industry survey shows 64% remain optimistic, and beef exports totaled 102,682 mt in August, down 6% from last year and the lowest since January.

More Farm Bill Optimism and Candidates Trade Policies Examined

The Agribusiness Update
With regards to a new Farm Bill, Kansas Senator Jerry Moran, a critic of Senate Ag Chair Debbie Stabenow, says he had an optimistic moment after speaking with her recently, and Ag economists have examined the proposed trade policies of the two presidential candidates, and one being floated in Congress.

Farm Bill Optimism Pt

Fruit Grower Report
Washington Republican Dan Newhouse says he’s feeling a bit more optimistic about getting a new Farm Bill passed than he was before the August recess.

Farm Bill Optimism Pt 1

Fruit Grower Report
Washington Republican Dan Newhouse says he’s feeling a bit more optimistic about getting a new Farm Bill passed than he was before the August recess.

Farmers Want Proven Solutions

Farm of the Future
Elevated costs and reduced profits margins are causing farmers to be more picky about what new technology they are bringing to their fields.

Future Agtech Innovations and Challenges

Farm of the Future
Where will agtech be in the coming decade or two? Croptimistic Technology CEO Cory Willness weighs in.

Farm Bill Hope Pt 2

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The Congressional clock is ticking as the ag industry watches to see if a new Farm Bill is doable this session.

Farm Bill Hope Pt 1

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The Congressional clock is ticking as the ag industry watches to see if a new Farm Bill is doable this session.

Not Surprising in 2024 and Biological Push Continues in 2024

The Agribusiness Update
Farm Journal and Purdue University’s December Economists’

Monthly Monitor shows views slightly more optimistic than a month ago as they look at unexpected headlines they wouldn’t be surprised to see in 2024, and AgriThority put together its top ten trends for the new year.

Farm Bill Extension Worries Pt 2

Fruit Grower Report
Mary Kay Thatcher, Senior Manager of Government Relations at Syngenta, is one of those who believe the Farm Bill Extension is just kicking the can down the road ... and is not overly optimistic it will get done in an election year.

Farm Bill Extension Worries Pt 1

Fruit Grower Report
Mary Kay Thatcher, Senior Manager of Government Relations at Syngenta, is one of those who believe the Farm Bill Extension is just kicking the can down the road ... and is not overly optimistic it will get done in an election year.

Farm Bill Optimism and EU Not Concerned About Glyphosate

The Agribusiness Update
Farmers and ranchers are slightly more optimistic that Congress will get a new farm bill passed this year, and the European Food Safety Agency says it hasn’t identified areas of concern that would stop the reapproval of glyphosate.

SNAP Requirement Debate and USDA's Grassland Conservation Reserve Program

The Agribusiness Update
House Ranking Ag Committee member David Scott pushes back against Speaker Kevin McCarthy's debt limit framework, and USDA announces sign up for Grassland Conservation Reserve Program runs through May 26.

Tree Fruit Optimism

Fruit Grower Report
Craving a return to "normal" times, Washington State Tree Fruit Association President Jon DeVaney says he's feel at least little bit of optimism for growers this year.

U.S. Potatoes to Mexico? Pt 2

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that an agreement has been reached to allow U.S. potatoes into Mexico, but National Potato Council CEO Kam Quarles is cautiously optimistic.

U.S. Potatoes to Mexico? Pt 1

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that an agreement has been reached to allow U.S. potatoes into Mexico, but National Potato Council CEO Kam Quarles is cautiously optiimistic.

U.S.-Mexico Potato Update Pt 2

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Progress is being made for U.S. fresh potato exports to all of Mexico and NPC CEO Kam Quarles says that's a very good thing!

U.S.-Mexico Potato Update Pt 1

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Progress is being made for U.S. fresh potato exports to all of Mexico and NPC CEO Kam Quarles says that's a very good thing!