EATS Act Opposition and US Grain Conference in Asia

The Agribusiness Update
American farmers and ranchers were in Washington, D.C. last week to state their opposition to the EATS Act, and the U.S. Agricultural Cooperators Conference is a cornerstone buyers conference for U.S. grains in Southeast Asia.

NFU Applauds Right to Repair Act and Organic Dairy Marketing Assistance Program

The Agribusiness Update
The Agricultural Right to Repair Act is applauded by the National Farmers Union, and USDA announces second round of payments through the Organic Dairy Marketing Assistance Program.

WFB Advocacy Pt 2

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
With a lot of unfinished business on the table from the last legislative session, the Washington Farm Bureau could use more voices to help get agriculture’s message across.

WFB Advocacy Pt 1

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
With a lot of unfinished business on the table from the last legislative session, the Washington Farm Bureau could use more voices to help get agriculture’s message across.

Hard Red Winter Wheat Exports Down and NASDA on USDA Authority

The Agribusiness Update
U.S. Hard Red Winter Wheat exports are forecast down 10 million bushels to the lowest since records began in 1973-74, and the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture advocate to give the USDA more authority to be flexible in serving farmers and ranchers.

Hurricane Idalia Batters Georgia and NASDA on USDA Authority

The Agribusiness Update
Hurricane Idalia battered Georgia farms and rural communities after sweeping across Southeast Georgia, and the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture advocate to give the USDA more authority to be flexible in serving farmers and ranchers.

A Beginning Farmer’s Leap into Ag Policy

Southeast Regional Ag News
The USDA is seeking members for the Advisory Committee on Beginning Farmers and Ranchers.

Hurricane Relief Fund and Hurricane Idalia Poultry Impact

The Agribusiness Update
Florida Farm Bureau Federation has activated its Hurricane Relief Fund, and in the wake of Hurricane Idalia, the Florida livestock body count is climbing higher, especially in poultry operations.

Stress in Agriculture Pt 2

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Farmers and ranchers across the country are having significant difficulty finding enough hired help, forcing producers and the few workers they do have to pull double-duty, leading to a build-up of stress on farms and ranches.

Stress in Agriculture Pt 1

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Farmers and ranchers across the country are having significant difficulty finding enough hired help, forcing producers and the few workers they do have to pull double-duty, leading to a build-up of stress on farms and ranches.

Farm Bureau Membership Pt 2

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
If you weren’t aware, membership to the Washington Farm Bureau is not JUST for farmers and ranchers.

Farm Bureau Membership Pt 1

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
If you weren’t aware, membership to the Washington Farm Bureau is not JUST for farmers and ranchers.

Farm Bill Essential

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Idaho Farm Bureau member Jason Fellows talks about why getting a Farm Bill done this year is so essential for improving sustainability.

Cattle in Wine Country and Congress on Prop 12

The Agribusiness Update
In a region dominated by vineyards, California cattle ranchers and dairies are looking for solutions to help keep their businesses viable, and legislation has been introduced in Congress that would overturn California’s Prop 12.

Fair & Competitive Markets in Farm Bill and Women in Agriculture Act

The Agribusiness Update
The USDA and White House co-hosted a meeting to discuss competition priorities in the farm bill, and Lawmakers recently introduced the Women in Agriculture Act.

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.

Farm Bill Deadline

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The farm bill clock is ticking, with little sign of any progress toward the writing of a new law before the existing farm bill expires September 30th.

Livestock Feeding Robot

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
A pair of Texas ranchers have built a ROBOT to help with one of their more mundane tasks: feeding.

BigIron Auctions Pt 2

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The way we shop is changing by the day, with much of what we buy found online, including online auctions like BigIron, according to Kurt Campbell, VP of Agricultural Sales.

California Cattle Industry and New Union Contract for West Coast Ports

The Agribusiness Update
California ranchers have less to sell after years

of drought forced them to shrink their herds, and the Pacific Maritime Association and the International Longshore and Warehouse Union announced a tentative agreement on a new six-year contract.