…outstanding issues to resolve, quickly, if the Mexican official is correct. Those issues include dairy access and approval of certain U.S.-Mexico provisions. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
China, U.S. Trade War Deepens with More Tariffs
…Still, Moody’s Investors Service expects tensions between the U.S. and China to worsen this year, with most of the impact of trade restrictions to be felt in 2019. Source: National…
8,000 Glyphosate Lawsuits Await Bayer
…jury’s verdict is the opposite of science-based conclusions of regulators and the company will “vigorously defend this case and all upcoming cases.” Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Agri View: End Daylight Saving Time
…It is an option. At least 2 more of our western states are considering dropping it for the convenience of everybody, but especially farmers. A national poll showed that over…
Celebrating National Peach Pie Day
…Ours. Celebrating National Peach Pie Day Grab your forks, some cool whip, and perhaps some vanilla ice cream, because today is National Peach Pie Day! A serving of peach pie…
USDA Expected to Announce Trade Relief Package Friday
…proposed payment rates are subject to change as the plan is under review by the White House Office of Management and Budget. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Mexico, U.S., Expected to Announce NAFTA Agreement Thursday
…top buyer of U.S. corn. However, NAFTA is just one piece of the Trump trade puzzle that the industry wants solved quickly. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Farm Bill Conference Meeting Date Set
…pass the Senate. The Senate version of the bill does not include the controversial work requirement for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program participants. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Canada Expecting High-Volume Crop Season
…does note that global trade disruptions this year could make the situation less predictable for grain companies trying to assess market risks. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Seeking Public Comments on HOS Regulations for Truck Drivers
…for flexibility on Hours of Service rules. NCBA will continue to work constructively to find a long-term solution that gives livestock haulers the flexibility they need within Hours of Service…
Commodity Prices Have Landowners Searching for Additional Income
…with the Hunting Lease Network. The network, the company says, can help landowners improve their income and help handle leasing and insurance. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Another Poll Shows Farmer Support for Trump Fading
…some respondent’s comments were positive declaring President Trump the “best president America has ever had” while others are proclaiming him “the worst.” Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Canadians Happy with Trudeau Handling of NAFTA
…Four-in-ten expect the negotiations to produce a revised NAFTA that is either a fair deal or overly favorable to the United States. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
China Hopeful for FTA with Canada
…Canada blocked a $1.5 billion takeover of a construction firm by a Chinese company, starting a trade deterioration between the two nations. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….