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All-American Pumpkins and Imported Beef Important
The Agribusiness Update
Native to North America, pumpkins are truly an all-American crop, one of the continent's oldest cultivated plants and a symbol of fall, and Dr. Derrell Peel, livestock economist at Oklahoma State University, says beef imports play an important role in meeting consumer demand.
Vote No on Prop 50 and Financial Assistance for Ag on Hold
The Agribusiness Update
With Californians casting their votes on Proposition 50, groups representing rural constituents are pushing back saying the measure, and Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins says the administration won’t move forward on financial assistance for producers until the government shutdown ends.
Vote No on Prop 50 and Financial Assistance for Ag on Hold
The Agribusiness Update
With Californians casting their votes on Proposition 50, groups representing rural constituents are pushing back saying the measure, and Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins says the administration won’t move forward on financial assistance for producers until the government shutdown ends.
Immigration Reform for Meat Processors and More Ag Input for MAHA
The Agribusiness Update
The Meat Institute called for the processing sector to be included in the President’s plans for a stable and legal ag workforce, and Ag groups urging the Trump administration to seek their input on future Make America Healthy Again Commission declarations.
July Cattle Report Canceled and USDA Trade Mission to India
The Agribusiness Update
USDA's National Ag Statistics Service announced its canceling the July Cattle report and discontinuing all County Estimates for Crops and Livestock due to budget restraints, and Undersecretary Alexis Taylor will lead a USDA agribusiness trade mission to India, April 22-25.
July Cattle Report Canceled and USDA Trade Mission to India
The Agribusiness Update
USDA's National Ag Statistics Service announced its canceling the July Cattle report and discontinuing all County Estimates for Crops and Livestock due to budget restraints, and Undersecretary Alexis Taylor will lead a USDA agribusiness trade mission to India, April 22-25.
Tomato Suspension Agreement and June Rural Mainstreet Index
The Agribusiness Update
Florida Tomato Exchange urges Department of Commerce to terminate the 2019 Tomato Suspension Agreement after nearly destroying the U.S. tomato industry, and the June Rural Mainstreet Index went above the threshold for a third-straight month
Apples Most Consumed Fruit and SCOTUS Rejects Prop 12 Challenge
The Agribusiness Update
Apples hold top spot for total fruit available for consumption in 2021, and Supreme Court reject challenge to California's Prop 12.
Apples Most Consumed Fruit and SCOTUS Rejects Prop 12 Challenge
The Agribusiness Update
Apples hold top spot for total fruit available for consumption in 2021, and Supreme Court reject challenge to California's Prop 12.
California Asparagus Production and USDA Protein Purchases
The Agribusiness Update
Despite high labor costs and intense competition from Mexico, California asparagus production continues to drop, and USDA plans to purchase various proteins to support American agriculture and feed kids and families.
California Asparagus Production and USDA Protein Purchases
The Agribusiness Update
Despite high labor costs and intense competition from Mexico, California asparagus production continues to drop, and USDA plans to purchase various proteins to support American agriculture and feed kids and families.
Alabama OnMed Station and USDA Protein Purchases
The Agribusiness Update
Partners gathered in Lafayette, Alabama to dedicate one of just four OnMed Care Stations in the country, and USDA plans to purchase various proteins to support American agriculture and feed kids and families.
New WOTUS Goes into Effect and AFBF Urges AEWR Changes
The Agribusiness Update
The Biden Administration's new WOTUS rule goes into effect ahead of Supreme Court ruling, and American Farm Bureau Federation urges Congress to halt flawed 2023 Adverse Effect Wage Rate.
Cattle Contract Library Pilot Program and AFBF Urges H-2A Reforms
The Agribusiness Update
The National Cattlemen's Beef Association welcomes release of final rule to establish the Cattle Contract Library Pilot Program, and American Farm Bureau Federation urges Congress to make meaningful reforms to the H-2A visa program.
California Water Infrastructure and Fertilizer Recovery Possible in 2023
The Agribusiness Update
California Farm Bureau President Jamie Johansson calls on state lawmakers to build critical water infrastructure, and fertilizer recovery possible in 2023.
Funds for Cotton Merchandisers and Food Price Index Surges
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DeSantis Urges Funds for Manatees and Ethanol Production Hits COVID High
The Agribusiness Update
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis urges funding to help Manatees, and Ethanol production hits COVID-era high.
House Ag Chair on Build Back Better and Vax Mandate Won't Shutter FSA
The Agribusiness Update
House Ag Chair David Scott urges House and Senate leaders to preserve Build Back Better Act, and Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says vaccine mandate will not cause Farm Service Agency offices to shut down or cut hours.
Slower Pork Processing Speeds and Vilsack on Market Diversity
The Agribusiness Update
Slower line speeds are now the rule at six pork processing plants under the new system, and Vilsack talks about diversifying our markets instead of narrow focus.
Florida's Farmworker Advisory Council and Vilsack on Market Diversity
The Agribusiness Update
Florida Ag Commissioner Nikki Fried announces state's first Farmworker Advisory Council, and Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack urges diversifying our market instead of focusing on just a couple.