American agriculture has been built upon generations of innovation, adaptation, and stewardship of the land. Among the earliest and most effective farming techniques practiced in North America was a planting …
California Lawmakers Seek Emergency Funding to Fight Glassy-Winged Sharpshooter
California lawmakers are urging USDA to provide emergency assistance as the glassy-winged sharpshooter continues to spread across the state, threatening vineyards and other high-value specialty crops. A recent report highlighted a bipartisan effort …
George Washington Carver: The Innovator Who Helped Transform Southern Agriculture
How One Scientist Changed Farming in the South As American agriculture expanded southward from the Carolinas into what are now Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi, farmers faced both opportunity and uncertainty. …
Retail Lamb Sales Climb as Consumers Continue to Pay Higher Prices
Consumer demand for lamb remains resilient despite ongoing price increases, according to the latest retail sales data. A recent report highlighted new analysis from the American Lamb Board showing strong growth …
California Blueberry Season Falls Short of Early Record Expectations
California’s blueberry season is moving past its peak harvest period, but production totals are expected to come in below early projections after a series of weather challenges affected yields across …
California Wine Labeling Bill Gains Momentum Amid Industry Debate
A California wine labeling bill aimed at increasing transparency for consumers is drawing heightened attention as it advances through the state Legislature. A recent report highlighted growing support for Assembly Bill …
Pork Producers Push Back Against Proposition 12 Misinformation Claims
As efforts continue to address California’s Proposition 12 at the federal level, pork industry leaders say misinformation surrounding the issue is creating confusion about its impact on producers. A recent …
California Cherry Industry Suffers One of Its Toughest Seasons in Decades
California cherry growers are facing one of the most difficult seasons in recent memory after multiple spring rain events devastated what had initially appeared to be a promising crop. According to …
Beef Industry Faces Questions as Processing Capacity Shifts and Herd Expansion Looms
Recent announcements from JBS USA regarding the closure of two facilities in Pennsylvania and Tennessee are fueling broader discussions about the future of U.S. beef processing capacity and cattle herd …
American Farm Bureau’s Bailey Corwine on Farm Policy, Mental Health, Leadership, and Agriculture’s Future
As agriculture continues to navigate economic challenges, policy uncertainty, labor concerns, and emerging livestock threats, the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) remains focused on advocating for farmers and ranchers while …
American Farm Bureau Highlights Advocacy, Mental Health, and Convention Planning
The American Farm Bureau Convention remains one of the most important gatherings for farmers and ranchers across the country, bringing together agricultural leaders, producers, and industry advocates to discuss the issues shaping …
Texas Battles the Return of the New World Screwworm: Texas Farm Bureau’s Gary Joiner Shares the Latest with the Ag Meter Nick Papagni
The return of the New World Screwworm to Texas has become one of the biggest agricultural stories of 2026, raising concerns among livestock producers, pet owners, and consumers across the …
Texas Farm Bureau Discusses New World Screwworm Response and Livestock Protection Efforts
The New World screwworm continues to be a major concern for livestock producers across the southern United States, but Texas agricultural leaders say coordinated efforts between state and federal agencies …
Pollinator Week Webinar to Highlight California Habitat Projects
California residents, growers, conservation professionals and pollinator advocates will have an opportunity to learn more about pollinator habitat efforts during a special webinar planned as part of Pollinator Week. A …