Agriculture Today – 7/23/20
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North American Trade Continues Growth Under New USMCA
According to the Economic Research Service, the total value of intraregional agricultural trade among all three NAFTA countries reached more than $95 billion last year, compared with $16.6 billion in 1993 – one year before NAFTA’s implementation.
Purdue University Closing in on Effective BRD Response
One of the most prevalent and costly diseases in the cattle industry is bovine respiratory disease. If producers could quickly diagnose the problem, it could add up to $900 million dollars back to the industry.
Agriculture Today – 7/22/20
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China Currently Stepping Up Annual Purchases of Commodities
U.S. agricultural exports to China are projected to total $13 billion this fiscal year, an increase of almost $3 billion from 2019.
USDA Releases Report Surrounding Recent Cattle Market Disruptions
USDA released a report on its ongoing boxed beef and fed cattle price spread investigation on Wednesday.
Agriculture Today – 7/21/20
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Corn Price Potential May Rest With Ethanol Demand
Stronger export numbers and lower acreage have boosted corn prices since the end of June but demand weakness in ethanol production is concerning.
Agriculture Today – 7/20/20
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Federal Reserve Says Southwest Producers Facing Mixed Bag
The Federal Reserve released its latest Beige Book, and according to the Dallas Federal Reserve Bank, soil moisture conditions remained favorable across most of the district, except for the Texas Panhandle area where there was drought.
Changes Announced for Livestock Gross Margin Insurance Program
USDA’s Risk Management Agency has announced changes to the Livestock Gross Margin insurance program for cattle and swine beginning with the 2021 crop year.
Despite Supply Chain Disruptions, Pork Production Climbing Back
Before April, few could imagine a supply chain shock where U.S. pork production could fall by nearly half yet climb back to above prior-year levels two months later.
More Than $6.2 Billion Approved for Coronavirus Assistance
The Coronavirus Food Assistance Program provides vital financial assistance to producers of agricultural commodities, giving them the ability to absorb sales losses and increased marketing costs associated with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Agriculture Today – 7/17/20
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Agribusiness Report 7/13 – 7/17
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture.
CoBank Projects Domestic Beef Production Growth for 2020
After beef packing plant capacity fell to historic lows in late April, beef production and prices today have returned to pre-pandemic levels.
Ag Bankers Believe Market Stabilization Could Be Near
The Federal Reserve released its latest Beige Book, and according to the Kansas City Federal Reserve Bank, the Tenth District farm economy remained weak despite some signs of stabilization in markets for key agricultural commodities.
Meat Exports Contribute to Corn and Soybean Prices
Since 2015, indirect exports of corn and soybeans through beef and pork exports have been the fastest-growing category of corn and soybean use, delivering critical returns for corn and soybean farmers.
White House Rolls Back Federal Overreach Through Deregulation
President Trump announced the Administration’s policy change regarding the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) on Thursday.
Agriculture Today – 7/16/20
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Updated 2020 Dietary Guidelines Report One Step Closer
USDA posted the 2020 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee’s final report on Wednesday.
Despite Volatility in Grain Markets, Prices Moving Higher
Despite COVID-19, grain has been moving and basis has generally tightened since April with both positive and negative volatility depending on the month and specific grain.
Wheat Export Sales Hit 2020 Marketing-Year High
It was a big week for agricultural exports according to USDA’s latest Weekly Export Sales Report.
Despite COVID-19 Challenges, Midwest Farm Incomes Receive Boost
The Federal Reserve released their latest Beige Book and according to the Chicago Federal Reserve Bank, the COVID-19 pandemic continued to weigh on agriculture incomes.
Agriculture Today – 7/15/20
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As Nation Watches Coronavirus, USDA Prepares for FMD
USDA recently announced the first purchase of a vaccine for the National Animal Vaccine and Veterinary Countermeasures Bank, with an investment for a foot-and-mouth disease vaccine.
Good News for Economic Recovery in Rural Areas
Over the past two decades, the U.S. rural economy has trailed the urban economy in just about every measurable category, including gross domestic product (GDP) and employment but that trend may be changing.
R-CALF Leads Charge Requesting Termination of Beef Checkoff
A group of cattle producers, led by R-CALF USA, are asking USDA for a nationwide referendum on the Beef Promotion and Research Order, commonly known as the Beef Checkoff Program.
Burger King Launches Reduced Methane Emissions Beef Patty
Burger King caught the cattle industry off guard Tuesday with a tweet and video proclaiming “cow farts & burps are no laughing matter.
Agriculture Today – 7/14/20
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Agriculture Today – 7/13/20
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agriculture Today – 7/10/20
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report 7/6 – 7/10
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture.
Agriculture Today – 7/9/20
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China Wants “COVID-Free” Certificates Signed By Commodity Exporters
China is asking meat and soybean exporters to certify that their shipments to China have complied with safety standards to ensure they are free of COVID-19.
NRCS Lifts Virtual Vail, Conservation Tools Now Online
Recent developments to USDA websites will allow farmers and ranchers to begin managing their conservation activities online
Agriculture Today – 7/8/20
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Agriculture Today – 7/7/20
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agriculture Today – 7/6/20
Agriculture news from the U.S. and across the globe for Monday, July 6, 2020.
Agriculture Today – 7/3/20
Agriculture news from the U.S. and across the globe for Friday, July 3, 2020.
Agribusiness Report 6/29 – 7/3
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture.
Researchers Attempting Mechanized Robot Harvest of Chili Peppers
One of the most expensive and frustrating areas for specialty crop producers is the issue of manual labor at harvest
Ag Groups Warn Congress of Impending Budgetary Shortfall
Last week a coalition of more than 150 groups sent a letter to Congress warning of a major funding shortfall that could severely weaken agricultural inspections at our borders.
Agriculture Today – 7/2/20
Agriculture news from the U.S. and across the globe for Thursday, July 2, 2020.
Agriculture Today – 7/1/20
Agriculture news from the U.S. and across the globe for Wednesday, July 1, 2020.
Side-Effect to COVID-19: Consumers Buying More Dairy Products
COVID-19 is dramatically affecting consumer habits and dairy supply chains as food service demand plummets and grocery sales surge.
Legislation Introduced for Direct to Consumer Meat Sales
If approved and signed into law, the DIRECT Act would amend the retail exemption and allow processors, butchers or other retailers to sell normal retail quantities online to consumers across state lines.
FSA Crop Acreage Report Deadline Approaching for Farmers
Agricultural producers who have not yet completed their crop acreage reports after spring planting should make an appointment with their local Farm Service Agency office before the July 15 deadline.
Ag Groups Request Livestock Hearing by Senate Committee
The United States Cattlemen’s Association, National Farmers Union, and eleven other organizations have sent a letter to the Senate Agriculture Committee requesting a hearing on livestock mandatory price reporting reauthorization.
Increasing Imports of Honey Leading to Price Destruction
Honey production has remained relatively stable over the past 10 years, even as producers have grappled with significant colony losses.