Japanese Beetle Treatment and Rural Broadband Improving

The Agribusiness Update
The Washington State Department of Agriculture’s Pest

Program is seeking permission from property owners to treat their yards for Japanese beetle, and Rural Broadband Association released its “2024 Broadband-Internet Availability Survey Report,” capping off a year in which NCTA members made remarkable strides in delivering robust and reliable high-speed connectivity in the most rural parts of the country

Hurricane Damage Includes Stress and McDonalds Suit Against Major Meat Packers

The Agribusiness Update
Beyond the damage and complete destruction of property from recent hurricanes is the burden of mental stress, and McDonald’s has filed a lawsuit against major meat packing companies, accusing them of colluding to limit beef supplies.

What Exactly is the FAIR Plan Insurance?

California Ag Today
Californian homeowners who can't find insurance in the private market have the option of the FAIR Plan, which serves as a last-resort provider of fire coverage. More from SLO Farm Bureau Executive Director Brent Burchett.

California FAIR Plan Options and Food Loss & Waste Funding

The Agribusiness Update
Farmers and property owners who rely on the California FAIR Plan, the state’s insurer of last resort, may soon have better coverage options, and the USDA announced an additional $25 million investment to expand efforts to prevent and reduce food loss and waste.

Alabama Governor Signs Bill to Prevent Purchase of Land by “Enemy Nations”

Southeast Regional Ag News
Alabama’s governor signed a bill on Wednesday that is intended to protect land from purchase by hostile nations

Timber and Forest Demand Returns and SCOTUS WOTUS Decision

The Agribusiness Update
Timber and forest products predicted to return to typical seasonal demand, and the Supreme Court rules against the EPA in the case Sackett vs. EPA regarding WOTUS Rule.

Weather Challenges in Georgia and SCOTUS WOTUS Decision

The Agribusiness Update
Weather challenges are having an impact on some of the early spring and summer produce in Georgia, and the Supreme Court rules against the EPA in the case Sackett vs. EPA regarding WOTUS Rule.

California Wildfire Insurance and Data Shows Few Bright Spots for Export Sales

The Agribusiness Update
The threat of California wildfires pushed insurance rates for farmers exponentially higher, and there are few bright spots in latest USDA weekly export sales numbers, for the week ending May 11th.

WOTUS Repeal Vote Pt 2

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
U.S. Representative Dan Newhouse was one of many who spoke out on the House floor in favor of a resolution to repeal the Biden Administration's WOTUS rules.

WOTUS Repeal Vote Pt 1

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
U.S. Representative Dan Newhouse was one of many who spoke out on the House floor in favor of a resolution to repeal the Biden Administration's WOTUS rules.

Owner Applied Numbers Could Prevent Property Loss

California Ag Today
While owners can register their vehicles with a VIN numbers and their livestock with brands, the Tulare County District Attorney’s office wants you to do the same with your farm equipment, supplies, and personal property.

Transfer Tax Pt 2

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Clifton, Larson and Allen Accounting firm's Paul Neiffer changes to the transfer tax could make generational passing of farm land much more difficult.

Transfer Tax Pt 1

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Clifton, Larson and Allen Accounting firm's Paul Neiffer changes to the transfer tax could make generational passing of farm land much more difficult.

AGH Nest Found Pt 2

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The first Asian Giant Hornets nest for 2021 has been found in a rural area east of Blaine in Whatcom County.

AGH Nest Found Pt 1

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The first Asian Giant Hornets nest for 2021 has been found in a rural area east of Blaine in Whatcom County.

USDA Heirs' Relending and Grassley on Small Livestock Producers

The Agribusiness Update
Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack announces $67-million in loans for Heirs' Property Relending Program, and Senator Chuck Grassley wants to level the playing field for smaller livestock producers.

ASF Confirmed in Dominican Republic and Grassley on Small Livestock Producers

The Agribusiness Update
African Swine Fever cases confirmed in Dominican Republic, and Senator Chuck Grassley looks to level playing field for smaller livestock producers.

Farm Bill Should Include Crop Insurance and Private Property Protection

The Agribusiness Update
Farmers from across the country urge Congress to include crop insurance with the next Farm Bill, and California law allowing labor organizations to enter private farm property ruled unconstitutional.

USDA Staff Comes Back In and Pandemic Assistance Program Initiative

The Agribusiness Update
USDA staff begins return to county offices, and USDA announces Pandemic Assistance Program Initiative.

Stemilt Family Clinic and Bill to Help Small Meat Packers

The Agribusiness Update
Stemilit Growers celebrates 5th anniversary of family clinic, and Legislation is introduced to help small meat packing facilities compete.