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Grow Vegetables with Virtual Training and Canada's Focus on Trade
The Agribusiness Update
A new video series by the University of California aims to provide free virtual training on how to grow vegetables, and Canada's new ag minister says tackling trade issues with China and the U.S. are his most pressing priorities.
Georgia Bills Provide Farmer Relief and Canada's Focus on Trade
The Agribusiness Update
During a May 8 ceremony, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp signed two bills into law designed to provide financial relief for Georgia’s farmers, and Canada's new ag minister says tackling trade issues with China and the U.S. are his most pressing priorities.
Poultry More Attractive Option and USTR's Fees on Chinese Ships
The Agribusiness Update
Improved economic conditions, along with ongoing high prices for other proteins, make poultry an attractive option for worldwide consumers, and USTR's proposed fees on ocean carriers with ties to China could take a major toll on America’s farmers and ranchers.
Poultry More Attractive Option and USTR's Fees on Chinese Ships
The Agribusiness Update
Improved economic conditions, along with ongoing high prices for other proteins, make poultry an attractive option for worldwide consumers, and USTR's proposed fees on ocean carriers with ties to China could take a major toll on America’s farmers and ranchers.
Georgia Port Jobs and USTR's Fees on Chinese Ships
The Agribusiness Update
Port activity in Georgia now supports more than 600,000 full-or-part-time jobs across the state, and USTR's proposed fees on ocean carriers with ties to China could take a major toll on America’s farmers and ranchers.
New Fee on Ocean Carriers from China and EU Delays Retaliatory Tariffs
The Agribusiness Update
A proposal from the U.S. Trade Representative to impose new fees on ocean carriers with ties to China could take a major toll on U.S. farmers and ranchers, and the European Union delayed its first round of retaliatory tariffs until mid-April.
AFBF on Fuel and Energy Costs
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Fuel and electricity prices are on the rise again amid declining farm income and the American Farm Bureau responds.
Prop 12 and Pork Prices
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
California’s Proposition 12 is taking a toll on pork producers, according to one Senator.
E.U. Tariff Suspension Extended and High Ag Prices Continue in 2024
The Agribusiness Update
USTR Katherine Tai applauds the European Union’s announcement that it’s extending the suspension of tariffs on U.S. goods, and lingering high prices are expected to take a bigger toll on the economy in 2024.
California Reservoir Management and Ag Groups Push AM Radio Act
The Agribusiness Update
California has seen dramatic increases in reservoir levels and surface-water supplies thanks to an El Niño, and rural and agricultural groups write Congress in support of passing the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act.
Florida Achievement in Agriculture and Ag Groups Push AM Radio Act
The Agribusiness Update
Finalists for Florida Farm Bureau’s 2023 Achievement in
Agriculture awards will compete at the Florida Farm Bureau Annual Meeting in Orlando next week, and rural and agricultural groups write Congress in support of passing the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act.
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Fuel Prices & Farmers
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
American Farm Bureau Economist Robert Cryan talks about the new data on the toll fuel inflation is taking on ag producers.
California Drought Impact and Farmer Internet Survey
The Agribusiness Update
California agriculture see severe economic toll from drought, and Purdue survey shows sizable portion of American farmers have little or no internet service.
Heat Hits Barley Crop and Cleaner Air Boosts Corn Soybean Yields
The Agribusiness Update
This summer's heat is taking a toll on the barley crop, and cleaner air since 1999 is boosting yields for corn and barley crops.
Meatpacking COVID Numbers and Food Service Changes
The Agribusiness Update
The numbers show meatpacking industry hit hard by COVID infection rates, and changes likely as food service industry rebounds from pandemic challenges.
Cali Power Shutoff and Chlorpyrifos Ban
The Agribusiness Update
Returning to business in California after many in ag had to endure and safety power shutoff, and California's EPA ending use of chlorpyrifos.
Survey by Senator Sheldon
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
An annual survey by Democratic Senator Tim Sheldon draws surprising results for Western Washington district.
African Swine Fever in China and Australian Cattle Drownings
The Agribusiness Update
How bad is the African Swine Fever in China and thousands of cattle drowning in Australian flooding.
Salmonella Recall Update and USDA Broadband ReConnect
The Agribusiness Update
Salmonella recall sickens hundreds, and USDA offering $600-million for loans and grants to help build rural broadband with ReConnect Program.
Jackson County's Election is Over, GMO Debate is Not
Farm of the Future
Last week Oregon's Jackson County citizens passed the Ballot Measure banning the growing and cultivating of genetically engineered crops in that county.