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Small Farmers Struggle and Stabenow on Farm Bill
The Agribusiness Update
Small-scale farmers continue to struggle to stay in business, and Senate Ag Committee Chair Debbie Stabenow says she’ll push a new farm bill into the future rather than strike a deal with Republicans.
Florida Water Restrictions and Stabenow on Farm Bill
The Agribusiness Update
Half of Florida residents don’t know about local water restrictions, according to the latest University of Florida study, and Senate Ag Committee Chair Debbie Stabenow says she’ll push a new farm bill into the future rather than strike a deal with Republicans.
AG Climate Pollitics
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Republicans like California’s Doug LaMalfa are pushing back on the president’s climate agenda.
Ag Burning Deadline in California and House Reps Push Back on EATS Act
The Agribusiness Update
Grape growers, facing a January, 2025, deadline to end agricultural burning, say they’re having difficulty getting burn permits, and 16 members of the House of Representatives pushed back against the EATS Act.
U.S. Global Leader in Cotton Exports and House Reps Push Back on EATS Act
The Agribusiness Update
The U.S. is the global leader in cotton exports by value, holding a 33% share of the global export market in 2021, and 16 members of the House of Representatives pushed back against the EATS Act.
Corn Used for Fuel Higher and Farm Credit System's Income Down
The Agribusiness Update
USDA data shows corn used to make ethanol and other fuels increased month-to-month in June but were down year-over-year, and the Farm Credit System’s combined net income decreased 1.4% to $1.78 billion for the three and six months ending on June 30.
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.
Ag Groups Push for Stricter Checkoff Rules and AFBF on New AEWR Calculations
The Agribusiness Update
Over 130 ag groups ask House and Senate for stricter rules governing checkoff program, and American Farm Bureau pushes against new Adverse Effect Wage Rate calculations.
Ag Groups Push for Stricter Checkoff Rules and AFBF on New AEWR Calculations
The Agribusiness Update
Over 130 ag groups ask House and Senate for stricter rules governing checkoff program, and American Farm Bureau pushes against new Adverse Effect Wage Rate calculations.
China's Self-Reliance in Ag Technology and AFBF Convention in Puerto Rico
The Agribusiness Update
China is pushing to accelerate its self-reliance in agricultural technology, and American Farm Bureau preps for its Annual Convention in Puerto Rico.
California Farmers Bulldoze Crops and Electric Vehicles Lacking AM Radio
The Agribusiness Update
Farmers in California's San Joaquin Valley are being forced to bulldoze healthy nut and citrus trees and grapevines due to water shortages, and many electric vehicles don't come with AM radio and that's a big worry for farm broadcasters.
Federal Assistance for Ag Borrowers and U.S. Pumpkin Production
The Agribusiness Update
A new program offers federal assistance for agricultural borrowers, and U.S. pumpkins grown in every state, but six in particular dominate the market.
Assistance for Southeast Ag Producers and U.S. Pumpkin Production
The Agribusiness Update
The U.S. Trade Representative is looking for ways to assist Southeast seasonal ag producers, and U.S. pumpkin production happens in every state, but six states in particular.
Ag Loan Balances Higher and California Bill Bans Foreign Agland Purchases
The Agribusiness Update
Farm real estate debt pushes ag loan balances higher, and California legislators pass bill outlawing land sales to foreign countries.
California Organic Strawberries and Global Food Prices Drop
The Agribusiness Update
Central California's organic strawberry crop is doing well, and global food prices drop for fifth-straight month.
Georgia Specialty Crop Block Grants and Global Food Prices Drop
The Agribusiness Update
Georgia Department of Agriculture announce recipients of 2022 USDA Specialty Crop Block Grants, and global food prices drop for fifth-straight month.
Fresh Fruits & Vegetables for Young Consumers and Gas Prices Down Again
The Agribusiness Update
Produce marketers are working to increase consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables for younger consumers, and gas prices fall for the 10th straight week.