China Returns as America’s Top Buyer of Commodities
In 2020, U.S. agricultural exports to China totaled $26.4 billion, a $12.6 billion increase from 2019 and representing the largest market for American farmers and ranchers.
USDA Encouraging Producers to Sign Up for CFAP-2
USDA is implementing updates to the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program for farmers and ranchers who faced market disruptions in 2020 due to COVID-19.
Agriculture Today 4/20
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report: Shawn Wade
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture. Today’s guest is Shawn Wade with Plains Cotton Growers.
Import Prices Rise but Export Prices Set Record
U.S. import prices increased 6.9 percent from March 2020 to March 2021, the largest year-over-year increase since January 2012.
Washington to Become First State Banning Gasoline Vehicles
After a recent vote by the Washington-state legislature, Governor Jay Inslee could put his state in the driver’s seat by banning new gas car sales a full five years before any other state.
2020 Soybean and Wheat Exports to Vietnam Soar
According to the Foreign Agriculture Service at USDA, the United States is Vietnam’s second-largest supplier of agricultural goods, following China.
Agriculture Today 4/19
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report: Dr. Vivek Murthy
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture. Today’s guest is Dr. Vivek Murthy, the Surgeon General of the United States.
Lack of Packer Participation Moves Government-Induced Regulation Closer
The beef cattle industry appears to be close to more regulation following the meatpacker’s lack of participation in a voluntary program.
Economists Question Whether Today’s Death Tax Kills Farms
As many farm and commodity organizations draw attention to the potential disasters of the Federal estate tax, the Economic Research Service is asking how it will affect farmers and ranchers.
Will Consumer Spending Steer Farm-Level Investments in 2021
The U.S. economy continues to outperform expectations as stimulus funds are fueling robust consumer spending.
Agriculture Today 4/16
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report: Tim Lust
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture. Today’s guest is Tim Lust with National Sorghum Producers.
Sorghum Sales and Exports Hit All-Time Highs
According to the Foreign Agriculture Service’s Weekly Export Sales Report, demand for U.S. sorghum from China is at its highest level in history.
Sorghum Sales and Exports Hit Marketing Year High
USDA’s Foreign Agriculture Service is reporting a marketing-year low for U.S. wheat, and lower sales for corn, soybeans, and cotton in their latest Weekly Export Sales Report for the week ending April 8, 2021.
Pork Struggling to Catch Export Waves Like 2020
February pork exports fell 12 percent from a year ago, and at a value of $629 million, down 13 percent from 2020.
Agriculture Today 4/15
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report: Dahlen Hancock
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture. Today’s guest is West Texas cotton producer Dahlen Hancock.
About Ten Daily Shipments to China Never Arrive
The United States found an average of more than 200 shipments were denied between 2013 and 2019, while the European Union lost more than three times that amount every year.
Georgia Returns as Nation’s Top Pecan Producing State
In January USDA’s National Agricultural Statistic Service reported U.S. pecan production for this marketing season (October-September) at 302 million pounds, an 18 percent year over year increase.
Planting Time Fertilizer Prices Leading to Sticker Shock
For corn producers who contacted their fertilizer needs in 2020, they’ll more than likely have costs comparable to the past few years.
Agriculture Today 4/14
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Beef Exports Off to Slow Start, Optimism Ahead
This could be a banner year for beef exports if projections from the U.S. Meat Export Federation are realized.
Agribusiness Report: Mark Kirk Part Two
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture. Today we continue our conversation with Mark Kirk from Alta Seeds.
Despite China Returning to Market, Turkey Exports Falling
Though Americans enjoy turkey, especially during the Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday season, exports provide producers with roughly 10 percent of market demand.
USDA Warned of Unintended Consequences to Forgiving Loans
Bankers and lending groups are calling on USDA to exercise caution when implementing Section 1005 of the American Rescue Plan.
Infrastructure Investment May Help Rural Areas, Boost GDP
The infrastructure package as detailed by the White House would have far-reaching impacts on rural industries.
Agribusiness Report: Mark Kirk
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture. Today’s guest is Mark Kirk with Alta Seeds.
Agriculture Today 4/13
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Tax Policy Affects Ag Industry Differently Than Others
As the debate on tax policy heats up in Congress, one economist warns that agriculture is not on equal footing with other industries.
Dairy Exports Overcome 2020 Challenges, 2021 Looking Brighter
Despite challenges presented by the COVID-19 economic lockdown, exports of U.S. dairy products expanded 9 percent year-over-year in 2020, reaching a total of $6.5 billion.
Agriculture Today 4/12
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Livestock Producers Eyeing Additional Assistance Through New Program
Livestock producers may be eligible for new or additional payments under USDA’s latest program, the Pandemic Assistance for Producers.
Agribusiness Report: Bob Maurer
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture. Today’s guest is Bob Maurer with Manduca Trading.
2021 Plains Cotton Growers Annual Meeting
Plains Cotton Growers held their annual meeting at the Overton Hotel on Friday, April 9. The meeting included an update from PCG Vice President Kody Bessent, Rep. Jodey Arrington, National Cotton Council’s Gary Adams and ProFarmer.com’s Jim Wiesemeyer.
U.S. Cotton Industry Celebrates Another Large Export Crop
U.S. exports of cotton declined 3 percent in 2020 to $6 billion but remained the fifth-highest export value on record.
Farmers Optimistic About Future But Concerned With China
The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer rose 12 points in March to a reading of 177, marking the highest reading for the barometer since October 2020.
Agribusiness Report: Jeff Wheeler
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture. Today’s guest is Jeff Wheeler with Plant Response
USDA Releases World Ag Supply and Demand Estimates
USDA released their latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimate report on Friday.
Agriculture Today 4/9
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agriculture Today 4/8
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
U.S. Corn Exports Experience Sharp Gains in 2020
With a total 20 percent year-over-year gain ($1.6 billion), China imported $1.2 billion alone to become the third-largest customer for U.S. farmers.
Congress Extends PPP But Program Funds Running Low
For many small and rural businesses, the Paycheck Protection Program authorized last year by Congress and administered through the Small Business Administration provided a lifeline in a time of nationwide lockdowns.
Caprock Cattle Educational Series: Industry Update
Floyd and Hale County’s Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Agents are your hosts for a series of talks with experts for the 2021 Caprock Cattle Educational Series.
Nationwide Conservation Easements Now Cover 5 Million Acres
USDA and private landowners have partnered to protect more than 5 million acres of wetlands, grasslands, and prime farmland according to the latest information from USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service.
Agribusiness Report: Chase Adams
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture. Today’s guest is Chase Adams with the American Sheep Industry Association.
Weekly Exports Good for Cotton, Disappointing for Others
USDA released their latest Weekly Export Sales Report on Thursday, for the week ending April 1, 2021. Other than cotton, all commodities experienced lower sales, including marketing year lows for wheat and soybeans.
U.S. Beef Exports Fell in 2020, Rebound Expected
In 2020, the value of U.S. beef & beef product exports contracted 5.5 percent year-over-year, largely due to supply chain constraints and food service struggles in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
2021 Caprock Crop Production Conference
The 2021 Caprock Crop Production Conference, hosted by the Floyd and Crosby County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Offices, was held on April 1 at the Floyd County Friends Unity Center.