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FFA Next Gen Conference and Trump & Xi Reach Agreement
The Agribusiness Update
The National FFA recently hosted its third Next Gen Conference of the year, bringing 72 FFA members from 23 states to Kansas City for a closer look at careers in animal agriculture, and President Trump and China's President Xi Jinping agree to a two-month extension of their tariff truce and announced next steps for their Board of Trade.
Reducing Cattle Methane and China-US Ag Trade Talks
The Agribusiness Update
Private companies and researchers at the University of California, Davis, are working with farmers to develop new ways to reduce methane emissions from cattle, and China and the U.S agreed to reduce tariffs on agricultural trade as part of a broader agreement.
It's Not Nuts-It's Peanuts and China-US Ag Trade Talks
The Agribusiness Update
The National Peanut Board is launching a brand platform that aims to elevate peanuts beyond being a reliable staple: “It’s Not Nuts. It’s Peanuts," and China and the U.S agreed to reduce tariffs on agricultural trade as part of a broader agreement.
Mental Health Awareness Month
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
During Mental Health Awareness Month, American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall wants farmers and ranchers across the nation to know that it’s okay to admit you’re not okay.
Georgia Regains HPAI-Free Status
Southeast Regional Ag News
State leaders urge continued vigilance as Georgia’s poultry industry resumes HPAI-free operations under WOAH guidelines.
EHV Awareness in California: Protecting Horses on the Move
California Ag Today
What California riders, trainers, and barn managers should know about EHV and how to reduce risk in a high-traffic horse stat
Week of Action at NFU Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The National Farmers Union is hosting a Week of Action, this week, May 5-9.
Week of Action at NFU Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The National Farmers Union is hosting a Week of Action, this week, May 5-9.
USDA to Streamline Hurricane Relief and Census of Ag Shows Farm Losses
The Agribusiness Update
The USDA announced steps to streamline and provide flexibilities for environmental compliance requirements for relief programs for 2024 hurricanes, and the 2022 Census of Agriculture shows the U.S. had just over 1.9 million farms, down 10% from 2012.
H5N1 Vaccine and Renewable Diesel Displaces Biodiesel
The Agribusiness Update
The U.S. and European Union are taking steps to acquire or manufacture H5N1 bird flu vaccines, and renewable diesel has displaced biodiesel in Renewable Fuel Standard volume mandates.
Pasteurization Destroys HPAI and USDA on Healthy School Meals
The Agribusiness Update
FDA confirms pasteurization of milk destroys harmful pathogenic bacteria and other microorganisms, including Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, and Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack announced major steps to promote the health of America's children through school meals.
Georgia DNR on Feral Hog Rules and Gas Prices Higher-Diesel Down
The Agribusiness Update
A deer and feral hog biologist with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources outlines steps the agency is taking to help farmers control feral hog populations to prevent crop damage, and gas prices higher while diesel drops.
California Wildfire Proposals and Food for Peace Wheat Donations
The Agribusiness Update
California winegrape grower testifies about the consequences of the fires on rural communities, urging proactive steps like removing wildfire fuels, and Pacific Northwest wheat growers and the U.S. milling industry celebrate latest Food for Peace donation of soft white wheat.
California Wildfire Proposals and Food for Peace Wheat Donations
The Agribusiness Update
California winegrape grower testifies about the consequences of the fires on rural communities, urging proactive steps like removing wildfire fuels, and Pacific Northwest wheat growers and the U.S. milling industry celebrate latest Food for Peace donation of soft white wheat.
California Phasing Out Diesel Rigs and USDA on Domestic Organic
The Agribusiness Update
California is set to phase out nearly all diesel trucks in the state over the next two decades, and USDA takes steps to strengthen market for domestic organic goods.
California Phasing Out Diesel Rigs and USDA on Domestic Organic
The Agribusiness Update
California is set to phase out nearly all diesel trucks in the state over the next two decades, and USDA takes steps to strengthen market for domestic organic goods.
Florida Immigration Laws Change and USDA on Domestic Organic
The Agribusiness Update
Sweeping immigration laws are coming to Florida after Title 42 expires, and USDA takes steps to strengthen market for domestic organic goods.
Florida's Invasive Fish and Wildlife and Mexico Begins Biotech Corn Ban
The Agribusiness Update
Florida Fish and Wildlife directs staff to draw up bold steps to protect state from invasive fish and wildlife, and Mexico begins ban on some biotech corn from the U.S.
Vilsack Asked to Help Organic Production and Biotech Corn Worries in Mexico
The Agribusiness Update
Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack has been asked by Congressional members for immediate assistance for organic poultry and dairy, and corn leaders call on President Biden to take additional steps to address the pending decree by Mexico to block imports of biotech corn from the U.S.
California Lettuce Virus Spreads and China Considers Easing COVID Restrictions
The Agribusiness Update
A virus spread by Thrips is spreading through California's Salinas Valley lettuce crops, and China considers easing COVID restrictions.