…coalition claims: “Unless we address the food labeling issue, the effectiveness of renegotiating NAFTA to strengthen America’s overall economy will be diminished.” Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Weekly Drought Monitor Update
…imposed by 665 public water supply authorities, according to the Texas Drought Preparedness Council, with a few mandating moderate to severe restrictions. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Grains Exports on Track to Set New Record
…as a reminder of the resiliency” of U.S. exports and of the quality and price competitiveness of U.S. coarse grains and co-products. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
USDA Announces Further Reorganization
…have similar missions.” Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue says the changes “are more steps down the path to better service to our customers.” Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 08-09-18
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Next Round of Tariffs Set
…tariff on another $200 billion in Chinese goods. Those duties could be implemented shortly after the comment period ends on September 5th. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Farmers for Free Trade Unhappy with Tariff Escalation
…new tariff announcement, polls show the patience of American farmers wearing thin,” Kuehl says. “Tariffs are causing long-term damage, not just to farming either, but also to American manufacturers and…
NAFTA Negotiations: Mexico Close, Canada Talks Not Close
…Trump Administration wants the negotiations finished by the end of August, so the current Mexican Administration could sign off on the deal. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Doud Rips China, India Farm Subsidies
…up talks on the North American Free Trade Agreement quickly. They’re also looking for new export opportunities in Canada, Japan, and Europe. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Assessing Carr Fire Damage, Local Bees Affected
…or some other livestock, or rangeland or fence or other structure… the more information we get in, the better picture we can provide to the farm service agency.” He also…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 08-08-18
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New State Authority Over Local Waters a Boon to Farmers and Ranchers
…Army, the Environmental Protection Agency, the Justice Department and the White House, states can assume authority to issue permits for earth moving in and around regulated waterways, wetlands and land…
Producer Sentiment Plummets in July
…also decidedly negative when it comes to the future trading ranges of both corn and soybean prices. Read the full July report. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Beef Exports “Tremendous” in First Half of 2018
…challenging environment in China and Hong Kong. It’s not just because of retaliatory tariffs, but also because China is increasing domestic production. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….