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USDA Unveils Rural Veterinary Action Plan to Tackle Shortage
California Ag Today
A new initiative aims to bring more large animal veterinarians to America’s rural communities.
Farm Labor Scarcity Grows and Food Animal Vet Shortage
The Agribusiness Update
Farm labor scarcity is a growing challenge for farmers, particularly in light of the mass deportations, and Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins announced a commitment to increase the number of rural food animal veterinarians across the U.S.
Farm Labor Scarcity Grows and Food Animal Vet Shortage
The Agribusiness Update
Farm labor scarcity is a growing challenge for farmers, particularly in light of the mass deportations, and Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins announced a commitment to increase the number of rural food animal veterinarians across the U.S.
North Carolina Disaster Funds and Food Animal Vet Shortage
The Agribusiness Update
The North Carolina Department of Agriculture sent out the first round of checks to farmers through the 2024 Ag Disaster Crop Loss Program, and Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins announced a commitment to increase the number of rural food animal veterinarians across the U.S.
Schiff, Curtis Urge USDA to Boost Firefighting Capacity
California Ag Today
According to a release from Senator Adam Schiff’s office, the bipartisan call presses USDA to speed Red Card certifications for wildland firefighters as extreme heat and wildfire risks grow.
Farm Groups Tariff Warning and California Almond's Rat Infestation
The Agribusiness Update
Farm groups are warning the White House that the tariff war is making already high fertilizer prices worse, and California’s Central Valley produces a large number of almonds, and that area is being invaded by rats.
No Funding for Farmland Solar and Small Family Farms Dominate
The Agribusiness Update
Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins says the USDA will no longer fund taxpayer dollars for solar panels on productive farmland, and the 2022 Census of Agriculture Typology Report shows that family farms make up 95% of all U.S. farms.
No Funding for Farmland Solar and Small Family Farms Dominate
The Agribusiness Update
Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins says the USDA will no longer fund taxpayer dollars for solar panels on productive farmland, and the 2022 Census of Agriculture Typology Report shows that family farms make up 95% of all U.S. farms.
AI - Disease Resistant Crops and Public Comments for USDA Reorganization
The Agribusiness Update
Farmers could be closer to growing crop varieties better at fighting off diseases thanks to a new scientific breakthrough with AI, and USDA opens 30-day public comment period to provide feedback on the Department's reorganization plan.
Best Cotton Award and Public Comments for USDA Reorganization
The Agribusiness Update
Tift County farmer Ryan Branch receive the Best Cotton Award, and USDA opens 30-day public comment period to provide feedback on the Department's reorganization plan.
Australia Accepts U.S. Beef and Ag Trade Deficit Continues to Grow
The Agribusiness Update
For the first time in more than two decades, Australia will accept shipments of fresh and frozen U.S. beef, and the U.S. agricultural trade deficit hit a record high in 2025.
USDA Staff Moves
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
USDA Deputy Secretary Stephen Vaden argued recently for closing USDA buildings and moving staff out of the nation’s capital region.
June Milk Production Higher and U.S. and Indonesia Reach Trade Deal
The Agribusiness Update
Milk production in the 24 major milk-producing states in June totaled 18.5 billion pounds, up 3.4% from June of ‘24, and U.S. Wheat Associates welcomed the announced Agreement on Reciprocal Trade between the U.S. and Indonesia.
USDA Delivers Relief for Hurricane-Hit Florida Ag Producers
Southeast Regional Ag News
Over $675 million in federal funding will help producers recover—and underscores the need for storm prep now.
Senators Demand Answers on Cancelled Ag Funding
California Ag Today
U.S. Senator Adam Schiff joins call for transparency after USDA pulls nearly $149 million in awards.
Farm Bankruptcy Higher and USDA Combats Foodborne Illness
The Agribusiness Update
More U.S. farms filed for bankruptcy in the first three months of 2025 than during the entire 2024 calendar year, and Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins announced plans to boost USDA’s efforts combatting foodborne illness.
Great American Farmers Market to Take Over the National Mall
Southeast Regional Ag News
A weeklong celebration of food, farming, and the folks who feed America kicks off August 3.
USDA Opens $16 Billion Disaster Relief Program for Farmers Hit in 2023–2024
Southeast Regional Ag News
Farmers with crop losses from recent natural disasters can now apply for federal aid through the USDA’s new Supplemental Disaster Relief Program.
California Okra and Skinny Farm Bill Next
The Agribusiness Update
While most U.S.-grown okra is produced in the Southeast,
California farmers have found success growing the tropical vegetable in the Central Valley, and Republicans cleared their agriculture megabill hurdle and are now looking to pass a smaller farm bill.
Read More Georgia Dairy Referendum and Skinny Farm Bill Next
The Agribusiness Update
Georgia dairy farmers have overwhelmingly approved two statewide referendums to continue and expand funding for dairy education, marketing, and research, and Republicans cleared their agriculture megabill hurdle and are now looking to pass a smaller farm bill.