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House Ag Chair on Build Back Better and Vax Mandate Won't Shutter FSA
The Agribusiness Update
House Ag Chair David Scott urges House and Senate leaders to preserve Build Back Better Act, and Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says vaccine mandate will not cause Farm Service Agency offices to shut down or cut hours.
Georgia Peanuts Learning Journey and NPPC Applauds ASF Work
The Agribusiness Update
The Georgia Peanut Commission and Georgia Public Broadcasting launch new virtual learning experience called "Georgia Peanuts," and National Pork Producers Council applauds USDA efforts to stop African Swine Fever.
Shutdown Avoided
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Farm disaster aid gets a boost as Congress avoids a government shutdown.
GOP Blocks Stop Gap
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
As promised, Senate Republicans block stop gap funding bill.
Ag Fairs Rescue Act
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
U.S. Representative Dan Newhouse talks about his Agricultural Fairs Rescue Act that made it through the House Ag Committee on a unanimous voice vote.
Billions on Line for Ag
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
A Senate vote, either today or someday soon, will either include billions in ag-related funding if passed, or put it at risk if voted down, according to the American Farm Bureau's Emily Buckman.
Ag Exports Up Nearly 25% and Ag Employment Stable for Past Decade
The Agribusiness Update
U.S. Ag Exports for 2021 running nearly 25% higher, and Ag wages and employment remain stable over past decade.
Georgia Peanut Commission Photo Contest and Ag Exports Higher
The Agribusiness Update
The Georgia Peanut Commission is hosting a photo contest through October, and U.S. Ag Exports in 2021 are nearly 25% higher.
GFB Awards UGA Grants and USDA's Dairy Donation Program
The Agribusiness Update
Georgia Farm Bureau awards nearly $137,000 in grants to researchers at UGA College of Ag & Environmental Sciences, and USDA establishes Dairy Donation Program.
USDA Relief for Timber Industry and ASF in Dominican Republic
The Agribusiness Update
The timber industry can now apply for USDA relief from pandemic losses, and African Swine Fever confirmed in Dominican Republic.
WHIP+ Reauthorization Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Wildfire, drought, and continued heat are prompting Rep. Dan Newhouse reintroduce the WHIP+ relief program that has now passed the House Ag Committee.
WHIP+ Reauthorization Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
Wildfire, drought, and continued heat are prompting Rep. Dan Newhouse reintroduce the WHIP+ relief program that has now passed the House Ag Committee.
USDA Grants for Ag Education and Vilsack Promises More Relief
The Agribusiness Update
Federal grants will help teachers integrate food and agriculture sciences in their classrooms, and Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says more relief is on the way.
Florida Fuel Plan for Hurricane Season and Vilsack Promises More Relief
The Agribusiness Update
Florida Ag Commissioner Nikki Fried encouraging a fuel plan for hurricane season, and Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says more pandemic relief is on the way.
Federal Bill Legalize Pot and $43-billion for Rural Broadband
The Agribusiness Update
Three Senators propose a bill to legalize marijuana federally, and House Ag Committee commits $43-billion over eight years for rural broadband.
Florida Citrus Association Budget and Pistachio Thief Caught
The Agribusiness Update
The Florida Citrus Association approves preliminary budget for '21-'22, and California pistachio thief caught in Tulare County.
Bronaugh Hits Ground Running Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Newly appointed USDA Under Secretary Dr. Jewel Bronaugh hits the ground running in her first weeks on the job.
Bronaugh Hits Ground Running Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
Newly appointed USDA Under Secretary Dr. Jewel Bronaugh hits the ground running in her first weeks on the job.
Drought Help Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Recent rains offer a little relief for Northwest drought conditions.
Drought Help Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Recent rains offer a little relief for Northwest drought conditions.