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California Planting Decisions and U.S. Ag Imports Outpace Exports
The Agribusiness Update
Falling commodity prices, rising production costs and water uncertainty are some of the factors weighing on planting decisions for California farmers this year, and the USDA reports U.S. ag IMPORTS exceeded exports by $16.6 billion in 2023.
American Peanut Council in South Korea and U.S. Ag Imports Outpace Exports
The Agribusiness Update
The American Peanut Council is in South Korea this week as part of the USDA’s agribusiness trade mission, and the USDA reports U.S. ag IMPORTS exceeded exports by $16.6 billion in 2023.
Petting Your Way to Heavier Calves
Southeast Regional Ag News
Want to wean a heavier calf? Maybe you should….pet it. I’m not joking. It’s a concept that is now being studied.
California Almond Struggles and December Livestock Outlook Higher
The Agribusiness Update
California almond growers have faced tough economic conditions in recent years as production costs soar and earnings plummet, and USDA’s December Livestock Outlook says higher cow slaughter and heavier-than-assumed carcass weights will offset lower fed cattle slaughter.
Warnock on Federal Disaster Aid and December Livestock Outlook Higher
The Agribusiness Update
Senator Warnock discusses his efforts to secure federal disaster assistance for farmers impacted by these storms, and USDA’s December Livestock Outlook says higher cow slaughter and heavier-than-assumed carcass weights will offset lower fed cattle slaughter.
Raspberries are Healthy Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Oregon State University researcher Neil Shay shares recent studies that show the health benefits of foods loaded with anti-oxidants like red raspberries.
Raspberries are Healthy Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
Oregon State University researcher Neil Shay shares recent studies that show the health benefits of foods loaded with anti-oxidants like red raspberries.
Raspberries are Healthy Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
OSU researchers are finding the extent of the health benefits of raspberries that include being jam-packed with antioxidants.
Raspberries are Healthy Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
OSU researchers are finding the extent of the health benefits of raspberries that include being jam-packed with antioxidants.
Pears Are Healthy Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Pear Bureau Northwest president Kevin Moffit wants everyone to know that besides being a delicious Northwest tree fruit, pears are also very healthy for us.
Pears Are Healthy Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
Pear Bureau Northwest president Kevin Moffit wants everyone to know that besides being a delicious Northwest tree fruit, pears are also very healthy for us.
Legislative Recap Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Washington Farm Bureau Government Relations Director, Tom Davis breaks down the good and bad for agriculture in the just finished legislative session in Olympia.
Legislative Recap Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Washington Farm Bureau Government Relations Director, Tom Davis breaks down the good and bad for agriculture in the just finished legislative session in Olympia.
Cosmic Crisp Volume Up and DPI Spent on Food Down
The Agribusiness Update
The volume of Cosmic Crisp apples available this year increases significantly, and Disposable Personal Income spent on food drops to 60-year low.
Fifth National Climate Assessment and DPI Spend on Food Down
The Agribusiness Update
Southeast chapter of the Fifth National Climate Assessment invites public to virtual workshop, and amount of Disposable Personal Income spent of food drops to 60-year low.
Raspberries are Healthy Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Packed full of anti-oxidants, red raspberries are a heart-health powerhouse.
Raspberries are Healthy Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
Packed full of anti-oxidants, red raspberries are a heart-health powerhouse.
U.S. Potato Imports Up 12% and USDA Updates CFAP-2
The Agribusiness Update
U.S. Potato imports increase 12% in latest marketing year, and USDA updates CFAP-2 for contract producers of eligible livestock, poultry and specialty crops.
Compostable Produce Stickers and U.S. Drought Monitor
The Agribusiness Update
A French law banning produce stickers that aren't compostable could cost millions for U.S. ag exports, and U.S. Drought Monitor there to help farmers and ranchers manage drought.