Citrus Health Forum in Florida and Vilsack Reaction to Census

The Agribusiness Update
Don’t forget to register for the 2024 Citrus Health Forum! The forum will be held this Thursday at the North Florida

Research & Education Center in Quincy, and Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack’s reaction to last week’s 2022 Census of Agriculture calls for delivering ag policies for small-and mid-sized farms.

July Pork Exports Higher and U.S.-India Resolve Last Dispute

The Agribusiness Update
Building on a robust first half of the year, July pork exports continue to outpace 2022 levels, and Trade Representative Katherine Tai says the U.S. and India resolved their last outstanding dispute at the World Trade Organization.

8 Georgia Counties Disasters Areas and Argentina Wheat Challenges

The Agribusiness Update
Eight Georgia counties declared disaster areas after March wind and freeze events, and Argentina won't be able to capitalize on interupption of wheat supplies from the Black Sea.

Legislative Recap Pt 2

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Washington Farm Bureau Government Relations Director, Tom Davis breaks down the good and bad for agriculture in the just finished legislative session in Olympia.

Planting Decisions and Organic Dairy Growth Slow

The Agribusiness Update
California farmers have planting decisions to make, and organic dairy growth slower than conventional.

Florida Strawberry Season and Organic Dairy Growth Slow

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Florida strawberry season is in full swing, and organic dairy operation growth at slower pace than conventional.

Virtual Wine Tastings Pt 2

Fruit Grower Report
If you like wine, and who doesn't, the Auction of Washington Wines 'Virtual Wine Tastings' have to more episodes that you can take part in.

Virtual Wine Tastings Pt 1

Fruit Grower Report
If you like wine, and who doesn't, the Auction of Washington Wines 'Virtual Wine Tastings' have to more episodes that you can take part in.

Farm Workforce Modernization Act Vote and Climate-Smart Agriculture

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A House vote is expected this month on the Farm Workforce Modernization Act, and USDA is looking for public input on Climate-Smart Agriculture.

Don't Fear Fruits and Veggies, and USDA Still Open

The Agribusiness Update
Don't let the fear of COVID-19 keep you from buying fresh fruits and vegetables, and USDA wants public to know they're still open for business.

California Vineyard Losses and Ag Inspectors Bill Signed

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California wineries are cutting back vineyard acreage in supply-demand adjustment, and President Trump signs ag inspectors bill into law.

Blueberry Health Survey and MFP in 2020

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A survey of dietitians who believe blueberries provide heart health, and does Phase One spell the end for Market Facilitation Program in 2020?

USDA Extends Deadline for Comments on Changes to SNAP

Colorado Ag Today
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U.S.-Korea Trade Agreement and Chinese Ad in Iowa

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President signs new U.S.-South Korea trade agreement, and China runs trade ad in Des Moines Register ahead of November midterm elections.

NAFTA Doubts and FDA to Revoke Soy Protein Heart Disease Claim

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Growing concern President Trump is positioning to withdraw U.S. from NAFTA, and FDA plans to revoke labeling claims that soy protein reduces risk of Coronary Heart Disease.

Don't Forget to Register Your Drone

Farm of the Future
Earlier this week the Federal Aviation Administration announced that recreational users of unmanned aerial systems (UAS), or drones, must register their systems with the federal government via a new website, which goes live Monday, Dec. 21.

Pesticide Disposal & CCA Exam

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The Washington State Department of Agriculture collects and safely disposes of pesticides, and registration now open for the next Certified Crop Adviser exam.

Whole Farm Protection & New EQIP Rule

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
RMA announces new Whole-Farm Revenue Protection program for the 2015 crop year, and public comment period open for the new Environmental Quality Incentives Program rule.

Therapy Llamas

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
JNK Llama Farm offers visits from registered therapy llamas to various facilities.

Clean Water Act Rule

Food Forethought
Agriculture community divided over EPA's proposed Clean Water Act rule.