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Potatoes and USMCA
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
While potato growers look to open up market demand overseas, in places like Japan and South Korea, industry officials are also monitoring the upcoming review of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement scheduled for this summer.
ESA Reform
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The Endangered Species Act is currently under review in the House Natural Resources Committee, with new legislation aimed at updating a law that has seen few significant changes since its passage in 1973.
Labor Shortage in Specialty Crops and USMCA Improvements Pushed
The Agribusiness Update
Labor shortages continue to challenge specialty crop growers, raising concerns about production, harvest and rising costs, and a bipartisan group of senators is urging continued support and improvements to the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement.
Citrus Greening Heroes and USMCA Improvements Pushed
The Agribusiness Update
A few tiny heroes may help fight Florida’s long-running battle against citrus greening disease, and rising costs, and a bipartisan group of senators is urging continued support and improvements to the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement.
Improve Grazing Areas and Beginning Farmer Institute
The Agribusiness Update
The American Farm Bureau is backing a new agreement between the USDA and Dept of the Interior aimed at improving grazing access on public lands, and NFU is accepting applications for its Beginning Farmer Institute, a FREE ten-week online program designed to strengthen farm and ranch businesses.
EPA and Pesticides
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin says his agency’s made big progress in reducing the backlog of pesticide registration reviews, while some remain controversial.
More Funding and Tariff Relief and USMCA Importance
The Agribusiness Update
President Trump will seek funding for the war in Iran, while Republican lawmakers debate wildfire aid and $15 billion in tariff relief for farmers, and leaders from Ag, manufacturing, and technology met in Washington to highlight the importance of renewing the USMCA.
USMCA Talks with USTR
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
USTR Chief Ag Trade Negotiator Julie Callahan recently addressed rumors that the six-year review of USMCA this year could turn into separate bilateral talks with Canada and Mexico.
Conservation Reserve Program and Farm Bridge Assistance on Schedule
The Agribusiness Update
The USDA announced the enrollment periods for agricultural producers to submit offers for the Continuous and General Conservation Reserve Program, and USDA says they're on schedule to meet the late-February rollout for the Farm Bridge Assistance program.
Glyphosate and Bread Products and Farm Bridge Assistance on Schedule
The Agribusiness Update
The National Association of Wheat Growers appreciate Healthy Florida First's announcement regarding glyphosate and bread products, and USDA says they're on schedule to meet the late-February rollout for the Farm Bridge Assistance program.
Dicamba Gets the Green Light
Southeast Regional Ag News
The EPA approves over-the-top Dicamba use this season while signaling close monitoring and possible changes ahead.
Dicamba Returns Under Watch
California Ag Today
The EPA restores Dicamba use this year but says future approval depends on performance and environmental safeguards.
JBS Plant Closing in LA and Dietary Guidelines
The Agribusiness Update
JBS announced plans to close one of its facilities outside of Los Angeles, and every five years, the Dietary Guidelines are updated, based on current recommendations from a scientific advisory committee.
Florida Farm Bureau Praises Bridge Aid and Dietary Guidelines
The Agribusiness Update
Florida Farm Bureau Federation President Jeb Smith commented on the USDA’s announcement to provide $12 billion in economic relief to America’s farmers and ranchers, and the Dietary Guidelines are updated, based on current recommendations from a scientific advisory committee.
JBS Plant Closing in LA and Dietary Guidelines
The Agribusiness Update
JBS announced plans to close one of its facilities outside of Los Angeles, and every five years, and the Dietary Guidelines are updated, based on current recommendations from a scientific advisory committee.
IDWR and the Binghams
Idaho Ag Today
Ruling in water rights case reinforces new mitigation plans, protects farmers.
Cotton Growers Respond to MAHA Health Report
Southeast Regional Ag News
As the MAHA Commission highlights environmental risks in childhood disease, cotton producers defend natural fibers and sound science.
Senators Push USDA for Clarity on New Farm Loan Reviews
Southeast Regional Ag News
Georgia Senators Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock are among a group of lawmakers questioning a USDA policy that could slow down certain farm loans. At issue: extra layers of review and concerns over borrower privacy.
Senators Push USDA for Clarity on New Farm Loan Reviews
Southeast Regional Ag News
Georgia Senators Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock are among a group of lawmakers questioning a USDA policy that could slow down certain farm loans. At issue: extra layers of review and concerns over borrower privacy.
Senators Push USDA for Clarity on New Farm Loan Reviews
Southeast Regional Ag News
Georgia Senators Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock are among a group of lawmakers questioning a USDA policy that could slow down certain farm loans. At issue: extra layers of review and concerns over borrower privacy.