U.S. Pork Exports Continue Record Pace in 2020
U.S. pork exports posted broad-based gains in October, solidifying a record pace for 2020, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation.
No Apple Shortage Expected Following Top-10 Domestic Harvest
Although there have been shortages and bottlenecks for some products and commodities in 2020, apples shouldn’t make that list, according to the Economic Research Service.
Agribusiness Report 12/07
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Agriculture Today 12/07
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Last Four Leaders of House Ag Policy Reminisce
While the focus is already turning to the next Congressional legislative session, the 117th Congress, three members of the House, and one from the Senate sat down Friday morning to reflect on the past 100 sessions.
U.S. Cotton’s Dominance in Turkey Facing Brazilian Pressure
According to the Foreign Agriculture Service, yields in the South Eastern region has been better than expected due to favorable weather conditions.
Agribusiness Report 12/04
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Senate Ag Committee Research Hearing Final in Roberts-Era
On Wednesday, the Senate Agriculture Committee held a hearing on Agricultural Research in what is most likely, the final hearing in a 40-year Congressional career for Senator Pat Roberts.
U.S. Corn Exports Reach High, Soybeans Sales Tumble
USDA released their latest Weekly Export Sales Report on Thursday morning with corn exports reaching a marketing-year high and soybean sales hitting a marketing-year low.
Agriculture Today 12/03
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Agribusiness Report 12/03
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WTO Official Pleads for Wholesale Agricultural Trade Reform
As the World Trade Organization struggles to determine its role in future global trade, its top-ranking official is urging member-nations to make extensive reforms to existing global farm trade rules.
Grain Standards Reauthorization Passes House, Awaits Presidential Signature
By voice vote, the House of Representatives passed a five-year extension of the U.S. Grains Standards Act.
Net Farm and Cash Farm Income Rapidly Improving
Inflation-adjusted U.S. net cash farm income, which is defined as gross cash income minus cash expenses, is forecast to increase more than $23 billion this year to $134.1 billion in 2020.
Familiar Names Mentioned as Next Secretary of Agriculture
Democratic candidate Joe Biden is officially closing in as the next President of the United States and agricultural leaders are examining potential candidates to replace Sonny Perdue as the next Secretary of Agriculture.
Scott Expected to Chair Next House Agriculture Committee
Though the House will remain under Democratic control in the 117th Congress, voters in Minnesota failed to back the current Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, Collin Peterson. His loss has provided a path for Rep. David Scott to become the next Chairman.
Agribusiness Report 12/02
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After Election, Farmer Sentiment Towards Future Turns Sour
The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer dropped 16 points to a reading of 167 in November, down from its all-time high set just one month ago.
Bipartisan and Bicameral Group Finds Compromise to Stimulus
The Problem Solvers Caucus, speaking to the press at an event near the Capitol, explained that, if passed, their legislation would carry Americans through March of 2021.
Indonesian Cotton Consumption Falls, U.S. Remains Top Exporter
Indonesia’s cotton consumption for 2019/20 has declined to a 10-year low of 2.4 million bales due to weaker domestic and overseas demand related to COVID-19.
Agribusiness Report 12/01
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Agriculture Today 11/30
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Agribusiness Report 11/30
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Lame-duck Request: Extend Temporary Tax Provisions for Agriculture
With only a handful of days remaining in the current 116th legislative session, groups like the American Farm Bureau Federation and others are urging Congress to extend temporary tax provisions.
Big Week for Corn, Cotton and Wheat Exports
USDA released their latest Weekly Export Sales report on Friday reveling a big week for U.S. wheat, corn and cotton exports.
Africa Experiencing Worst Locust Outbreak in 25 Years
Though it sounds like something from Biblical times, portions of Africa are dealing with their worst locust crisis in 25 years according to the United Nations Food and Agricultural Organization.
As Drought Deepens, Livestock Producers Face Challenging Decision
According to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor, 75 percent of Texas is now enduring drought conditions, up from just over half the state seven days ago.
U.S. Absent from Largest Free Trade Agreement Ever
As the United States begins the process of wrapping up a Congressional session and administration, 15 countries in Southeast Asia have joined with five regional partners in signing the largest free trade agreement in history.
Agriculture Today 11/27
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Looking for Employment? Sheep Industry Needs Qualified Shearers
As current claims for unemployment hover around 7 percent, nationwide, one industry is facing a major shortage of workers.
Larger Farms More Likely to Utilize Marketing Opportunities
When it comes to selling their crop, farmers can choose a futures contract, an options contract, or a marketing contract.
Agriculture Today 11/26
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Agribusiness Report 11/26
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China and U.S. Challenged to Lead WTO Reforms
Speaking Tuesday at the “1+6” roundtable meeting, World Trade Organization Deputy Director-General Alan Wolff urged members to begin serious engagement on improving the WTO, arguing there was enough common ground to reach major new agreements.
SBA Announces $38 Billion in PPP Loans Forgiven
The Paycheck Protection Program is a loan designed to provide a direct incentive for small businesses to keep their workers on the payroll and was part of the CARES program passed by Congress in response to the coronavirus economic shutdown.
Top Farmer Conference Latest to Join Virtual Ranks
The Purdue Top Farmer Conference is the latest farmer-event to move to a virtual platform.
Raw Agricultural Exports Helping Drive World Trade Rebound
World merchandise trade appears to have rebounded strongly after plummeting in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, but whether growth can be sustained going forward is unclear, according to the World Trade Organization’s latest Goods Trade Barometer.
Agriculture Today 11/25
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Agriculture Today 11/24
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Agribusiness Report 11/24
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CFAP-2 Payments Cross $10 Billion Mark, Deadline Approaching
USDA’s Second Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP-2) has doled out more than $10 billion according to the latest data available from the Farm Service Agency.
Agriculture Today 11/23
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Agribusiness Report 11/23
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Monthly Cattle On Feed Report Surprises Traders
USDA released their monthly Cattle on Feed report on Friday, after the market closed, and surprised traders.
U.S. CO2 Emissions Projected 10% Lower in 2020
The November Short-Term Energy Outlook from the U.S. Energy Information Administration remains uncertain because responses to COVID-19 continue to evolve.