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USDA Research Priorities for 2026 and China Tries to Reduce Soy Reliance
The Agribusiness Update
The USDA announced a new slate of research priorities for 2026, focusing on farm profitability, climate resilience and food system innovation, and China tries to reduce reliance on imported soybeans, raising questions about the long-term outlook for U.S. soybean exports.
Northern Giant Hornet Gone and McDonalds Ends DEI
The Agribusiness Update
After three years without confirmed detections, the Washington State Department of Agriculture and the USDA have declared the Northern Giant Hornet eradicated from Washington and the U.S., and McDonald’s is ending its commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion within its supply chain.
Northern Giant Hornet Gone and McDonalds Ends DEI
The Agribusiness Update
After three years without confirmed detections, the Washington State Department of Agriculture and the USDA have declared the Northern Giant Hornet eradicated from Washington and the U.S., and McDonald’s is ending its commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion within its supply chain.
Charles Hall Passes Away and McDonalds Ends DEI
The Agribusiness Update
Charles Hall, founder and former CEO of Association Services Group, a LaGrange-based association management company, passed away last week at the age of 74, and McDonald’s is ending its commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion within its supply chain.
Ag Labor Wages Up and Ag Urges USMCA Passage
The Agribusiness Update
The shortage of ag labor is pushing up wages and benefits, and nearly 1,000 ag companies push for quick ratification of the USMCA.
NAFTA Replacement Needs and Equipment Industry on USMCA
The Agribusiness Update
Cattlemen disappointed things to help industry are left out of USMCA, and Equipment Manufacturers pleased with the new deal.
EPA's Pruitt Resigns and Equipment Manufacturers on Tariffs
The Agribusiness Update
EPA's Scott Pruitt resigns, and Association of Equipment Manufacturers disappointed with President over Chinese tariff war.
Ag Economic Barometer Up and Equipment Ind. on Tariffs.
The Agribusiness Update
Perdue/CME Ag Economy Barometer higher, and Equipment Manufacturers not happy with steel/aluminum import tariffs.