Georgia Ag Commissioner Named to National Council

Southeast Regional Ag News
Georgia’s Tyler Harper joins 11 ag leaders nationwide on a new council formed by the America First Policy Institute to advance pro-farmer policies across the U.S.

From Broadband to the Breakfast Table: Big Bill’s Rural Impact

Southeast Regional Ag News
Rural infrastructure, food access, and quality of life are all on the agenda in the “One Big Beautiful Bill” Act, with major investments proposed for development and nutrition programs.

Rural AI Push Pt 2

Fruit Grower Report
Rural America is seeing a huge growth in data

centers and infrastructure, including AI capabilities.

Rural AI Push Pt 1

Fruit Grower Report
Rural America is seeing a huge growth in data

centers and infrastructure, including AI capabilities.

Apricot Shelf Life Expands and Corn Growers Question MAHA Report

The Agribusiness Update
California growers have made major inroads in elevating an apricot's shelf life, and National Corn Growers Association questions the Making America Healthy Again Committee, or MAHA report.

I Farm I Vote Campaign and Corn Growers Question MAHA Report

The Agribusiness Update
Georgia Farm Bureau’s “I Farm. I Vote.” campaign encouraging members to get out and vote in the 2025 Public Service Commission elections, and National Corn Growers Association questions the Making America Healthy Again Committee, or MAHA report.

Expiring Tax Breaks Could Squeeze California Agriculture

California Ag Today
Farm Bureau economists say federal tax changes coming in 2025 could add pressure to California growers already navigating high costs and unpredictable conditions.

Tax Code Shake-Up Could Hit Farm Families Hard

Southeast Regional Ag News
According to the American Farm Bureau, expiring tax provisions at the end of 2025 could cost farmers and ranchers billions. Without action from Congress, the ripple effects may stretch across the entire ag economy.

USDA Reverses Course on California Office Closures

California Ag Today
Eight USDA offices in California once slated for closure will now remain open, according to a press release from Senator Adam Schiff’s office. The update affects locations critical to farmers and ranchers across the state.

Rolling Through Georgia: Mobile Ag Classroom Reaches All 159 Counties

Southeast Regional Ag News
After four years on the road, the Georgia Ag Experience mobile classroom has officially completed its statewide tour—bringing hands-on agriculture education to thousands of elementary students.

Ranch Restaurant Opens and Rural Mobile Broadband More Viable

The Agribusiness Update
The Ranch Restaurant has officially opened its doors along the scenic Columbia River in the Central Washington town of Vantage, and the landscape for rural broadband operators is rapidly evolving as improved technologies have made wireless broadband more viable.

Florida's Rural Health Care Bill and Rural Mobile Broadband More Viable

The Agribusiness Update
Florida Farm Bureau Federation commends Governor Ron DeSantis for signing legislation that will expand healthcare access for rural residents, and the landscape for rural broadband operators is rapidly evolving as improved technologies have made wireless broadband more viable.

Keeping California Family Farms Competitive

California Ag Today
With small farms making up the majority of U.S. agriculture, the American Farm Bureau Federation is pushing for policies that protect family-run operations. As California farmers face mounting challenges, new USDA attention could bring much-needed support.

Backing the Backbone: New Push for Small Farm Policy

Southeast Regional Ag News
The American Farm Bureau Federation is urging USDA action to support small, family-owned farms—nearly 90% of all U.S. farms. With thousands of operations lost, the call is clear: small farms need help to thrive, not just survive.

Farming Strong Starts with a Healthy Heart

California Ag Today
Stress and lifestyle put farmers and rural women at risk for heart disease. Taking charge of your heart health is key to staying strong on and off the farm.

Heart Health Matters: A Call to Farmers and Rural Communities

Southeast Regional Ag News
Agriculture’s stresses put farmers and rural women at higher risk of heart disease. Know the signs, monitor your blood pressure, and prioritize care.

Florida Farm Bill Signed into Law

Southeast Regional Ag News
Florida’s 2025 Farm Bill is now law. With strong bipartisan support, the legislation brings sweeping changes aimed at strengthening agriculture and consumer protections across the state.

California’s Water Crisis: The High Cost of Inaction

California Ag Today
A new study warns that without coordinated efforts, California risks losing billions in agricultural output and millions of acre-feet of water. Senate Bill 72 aims to secure the state’s water future by 2040.

Florida Farm Bureau Honored for Powerful Mental Health Campaign

Southeast Regional Ag News
Florida took home top honors from the American Farm Bureau Federation for its work on the “It’s OK Toolkit,” a mental health awareness initiative developed for Sumter County Farm Bureau.

Sustainable Groundwater Act and Round 2 of Specialty Crop Assistance

The Agribusiness Update
California’s Sustainable Groundwater Management Act has reshaped groundwater use for many farmers and groundwater users, and Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins announced a second round of payments for producers through the Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops Program.