Ag Economists Split on Recession and Tariff Threat Leaves Uncertainty

The Agribusiness Update
56% of agricultural economists in the latest Monthly Monitor say U.S. ag ended 2024 in a recession, and the prospect of new tariff disputes when Donald Trump returns to the White House has the global economy in an uncertain position.

Canada's Trump Reaction

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Canadian reaction to the news that Donald Trump will return to the White House has been mixed.

Ag Economists on Recession and Bicentennial Beer

The Agribusiness Update
Over half of the 70 surveyed in Farm Journal’s Monthly Survey of Ag Economists believe the U.S. agriculture economy is in a recession, and to celebrate 200 years of diplomatic relations between Brazil and the U.S., the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil launched the “Bicentennial Beer”.

Recession and Farm Bill Pt 2

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
They’ve been predicting it for a few years now, but still no recession. That doesn’t mean things have been easy for ag producers over that time.

Recession and Farm Bill Pt 1

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
They’ve been predicting it for a few years now, but still no recession. That doesn’t mean things have been easy for ag producers over that time.

Georgia Ag Forecast Positive and America's Largest Landowners

The Agribusiness Update
A positive takeaway from the 2024 Georgia Ag Forecast is Georgia’s chances of experiencing a recession this year are only about 33% compared to the U.S. at 50%, and the Land Report Research Team issued a report detailing America’s largest landowners.

Surprises Await Ag Economy and Italy Bans Cultivated Meat

The Agribusiness Update
Geopolitical factors, elections, and other surprises await the agricultural economy in 2024, and Italy is first country to ban cultivated meat, grown from stem cells.

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.

New Year, Expected Unexpected Surprises

Southeast Regional Ag News
Geopolitical factors, elections, and many other surprises await the agricultural economy in 2024.

Potatoes U.S.-U.K. Pt 2

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
With economic challenges being what they are this year, agricultural groups are hoping for more and better trade deals with other countries to keep our markets moving.

Potatoes U.S.-U.K. Pt 1

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
With economic challenges being what they are this year, agricultural groups are hoping for more and better trade deals with other countries to keep our markets moving.

Tree Fruit in 2023 Pt 2

Fruit Grower Report
Washington State Tree Fruit Association President, Jon DeVaney takes a look back at the challenges of 2022 and what lies ahead in 2023 for the tree fruit industry.

Tree Fruit in 2023 Pt 1

Fruit Grower Report
Washington State Tree Fruit Association President, Jon DeVaney takes a look back at the challenges of 2022 and what lies ahead in 2023 for the tree fruit industry.

Fertilizer Shortages

Line on Agriculture
As central banks across the developed world hike interest rates in response to inflation, the world could well be moving toward a global recession.

Possible Recession & Out-Of-Position Grain

Southeast Regional Ag News
Randy Blach, CattleFax CEO, discusses issues facing a shrinking U.S. cattle herd.

Dairy Sales Climb in June and Oil Prices Lowest in 6 Months

The Agribusiness Update
The sale of dairy products climbed 16% year over year in June, and oil prices drop to the lowest point in almost six months.

Dairy Sales Climb in June and Oil Prices Lowest in 6 Months

The Agribusiness Update
The sale of dairy products climbed 16% year over year in June, and oil prices drop to the lowest point in almost six months.

Recession Expected and Vilsack on Third Round of ReConnect Program

The Agribusiness Update
Banking leaders overwhelmingly expect recession within 18 months, and Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack announces third round of USDA ReConnect Program this year.

California Farm Bill Feedback and U.S. Grain Exports Down Slightly

The Agribusiness Update
California session to gather 2023 Farm Bill feedback, and U.S. grain exports down slightly from last year.

Georgia Poultry Restrictions Lifted and U.S. Grain Exports Down Slightly

The Agribusiness Update
The Georgia Department of Agriculture says the suspension of certain poultry and fowl activities have been lifted, and U.S. grain exports, in all forms, are down slightly from last year.