Last Minute Budget Negotiations Include Farm Bill Extension and Farmer Economic Aid
Congress is racing the clock. A budget package needs to be passed by the end of the day on Friday, or there is a risk of a potential government shutdown.
Farm Conservation Funding Hits Record Yet Majority of Farmers Not Receiving Payments
Farm conservation funding reached a record high in 2024, mainly due to the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).
Sunflare Apple Becomes the Newest Named Variety
Washington State University turned to a public contest to name the most recent apple to emerge from its breeding program.
Congress in Stalemate Over Economic Aid for Farmers
Negotiations on funding economic aid for farmers and climate funding for farm conservation programs have grown contentious in the face of a rapidly approaching December 21 deadline.
Wheat Shipments Projected to Jump Amid Weaker Russian and EU Exports
The USDA projects U.S. wheat exports will rise significantly in the 2024/2025 year that ends on May 31 due to reduced exports from Russia and the EU.
Expiration of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Could Have Large Impact on Producer’s Bottom Line
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) is set to expire on December 31 and uncertainty surrounds whether and when Congress will act.
Which Farm Expenses Increase Most in 2024?
The USDA reports overall farm expenses are projected to drop nearly 2% to $453.9 billion in 2024.
Despite Challenges, Almond Industry Leaders Optimistic About Future
The almond industry is dealing with many challenges, including declining acreage, lower prices, new pests, diseases and water scarcity.
Industry Weighs in on Proposal to List the Monarch Butterly as Threatened Species
On December 10, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) announced it would seek input on a proposal to list the Monarch butterfly as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act.
Uncertainty Surrounds Farm Bill Extension Talks
As the clock continues to run down on this session of Congress, Farm Bill extension talks have heated up with uncertainty surrounding the path forward.