…said. Several states have already completed planting for the season, including Arizona, California and Missouri, all of which reached 100% planted acreage. U.S. Cotton Crop Progress Slowed by Texas Weather…
New Export Accelerator Program Aims to Help California Specialty Crop Companies Grow Globally
…the California Center for International Trade Development (CITD), the program is intended for export-ready California specialty crop companies that want to strengthen their international sales strategies and expand into new…
Farm Bill Proposal Sparks Debate Over Imported Foods in School Meals
…within the country. The debate comes as lawmakers continue work on a new farm bill and evaluate policies that could affect agricultural producers, food supply chains and consumers. Imported Foods…
American Farm Bureau’s Bailey Corwine on Farm Policy, Mental Health, Leadership, and Agriculture’s Future
…the country and provided an opportunity for producers to connect, learn, and share ideas. She noted that attendees enjoyed both Southern California’s welcoming atmosphere and the opportunity to experience one…
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…
From Threshers to Tractors: The Origins of Massey-Harris
…one of Canada’s leading agricultural equipment producers. The Formation of Massey-Harris A major milestone occurred in 1891 when Massey Manufacturing merged with A. Harris, Son & Company, creating the Massey-Harris…
Senator Schiff Pushes for Expanded Support for Specialty Crop Growers
Specialty-Crop-Research-USDA-scaled.jpg Support for specialty crop producers was a key topic during a recent discussion between California Senator Adam Schiff and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins. The conversation focused on the challenges…
Unusual Weather Patterns Reshape California Strawberry Season
…at the moment,” Bjorn said. The unusual production pattern has created varying outcomes depending on where growers are located within California. Regional Differences Define the California Strawberry Season Bjorn noted…
Texas Battles the Return of the New World Screwworm: Texas Farm Bureau’s Gary Joiner Shares the Latest with the Ag Meter Nick Papagni
Gary with a Texas Longhorn 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…
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…
Smoke Summit Highlights New Research and Tools for Wine Grape Growers
…Risk Management In addition to research updates, the summit highlighted practical tools available to producers as they prepare for another wildfire season. Experts reviewed risk management options, including crop insurance…
Senate Agriculture Leaders Signal Progress on Long-Awaited Farm Bill
…“Farm Bill 2.0,” a proposal designed to modernize farm policy while incorporating priorities from producers and agricultural stakeholders. “To update farm policies on Farm Bill 2.0, I look forward to…
Pollinator Week Webinar to Highlight California Habitat Projects
…an overview from the California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Office of Agricultural Resilience and Sustainability. Participants will learn about the goals of the California Pollinator Habitat Program and how…
USDA Opens Applications for Expanded Specialty Crop Assistance Program
…grown substantially since it was first announced, providing additional support for eligible producers across the country. “Initially, we had $1 billion set aside. We’re actually going to be issuing $1.6…