An expert advises grain growers to look long term. Lead economist for grains and oilseeds with CoBank, Tanner Ehmke said a bullish marketing opportunity may present itself to producers – …
New Trade Advisory Committee Members Being Sought
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S. Trade Representative are seeking new members for their agricultural trade advisory committees. These committees, including the Agricultural Policy Advisory Committee and …
U.S. Ag Exports Still Trailing Last Year
U.S. ag exports continue to trail behind last year’s numbers. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. U.S. agricultural exports are still trailing last year. Gary Crawford reports. Sponsored …
Agreement to Help Support U.S. Exports into Chile
In what’s being described as a “landmark agreement,” the Chilean National Congress has secured American exporters’ rights to use common food names. Chile has approved a new trade agreement that …
Ag Trade Mission to Vietnam Kicks Off Today
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is leading a week-long trade mission to Vietnam that kicks off today. Under Secretary Alexis Taylor will head the delegation, which includes representatives from 58 …
Trade Caucus Update
A congressional caucus continues working to improve trade for U.S. agriculture. The bipartisan Congressional Agricultural Trade Caucus launched earlier this year and works to solidify support for trade policies that …
Agriculture Export Challenges for 2025
U.S. Agriculture exports will face challenges in Fiscal Year 2025. That’s coming up on This Land Of Ours. Gary Crawford and USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer has the story. Sponsored …
USDA Sets Sights on Expanding Ag Trade Opportunities in Morocco
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is setting sights on expanding agricultural trade opportunities in Morocco. USDA Under Secretary Alexis M. Taylor will be leading a trade mission to Casablanca, …
COVID Shipping Problems Remain
Though the global COVID pandemic officially ended more than a year ago, many of the issues we saw during that time remain, especially when it comes to agricultural shipping. Supply …
Ag Groups Encourage U.S. Government to Preempt Colombian Trade Challenges
American agricultural groups are calling for preemptive action from the U.S. government to avoid potential trade challenges with Colombia. The U.S. dairy industry is worried about Colombia’s investigation into U.S. …
Ag Trade Mission to Colombia Kicks Off Next Week
Next week a group of American agribusinesses and organizations are heading to Colombia for an agricultural trade mission. In 2023, U.S. agricultural exports to Colombia hit a record $3.7 billion, …
Additional RAPP Funding Available to Support Ag Exports
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced additional funding to help diversify export markets for U.S. agricultural products. An additional $300 million in funding is going to be made …
Profit Downturn for Global Ag Traders
Lower profits for global ag traders. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Global bumper harvests, a downturn in crop markets, and slowing demand for farm equipment are shrinking …
Slower Month for Nut Shipments, But Levels Continue Outpacing 2023
Nut shipments have remained strong throughout the year, despite a decline in June. Blue Diamond’s June Market Update showed that almond shipments met industry expectations with 206.2 million pounds shipped. …