…of November by leaders of the three countries, but must be approved by the governing bodies of each nation before taking effect. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Rising Output Compressing Ag Margins
…by trade uncertainties and the high value of the U.S. dollar, further placing pressure on the agricultural economy as output in most industries rises. The latest Quarterly Rural Economic Review…
Another African Swine Fever Outbreak Reported in China
…the disease was confirmed on a big pig farm showed that it got more serious.” Larger operations typically have better biosecurity measures. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
EQIP Funding Continues Even Without A Farm Bill in Place
As many agricultural support programs are left in limbo, EQIP funding will continue despite the lack of a farm bill in place. Through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program known as…
Women in Agriculture Say Barriers to Equality Persist
…or more to achieve full equality. Key actions were identified to remove obstacles to equality, including training, education, support and public awareness. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Export Exchange Next Week
…suppliers and service providers across the value chain. Hosted by the U.S. Grains Council, the Renewable Fuels Association and Growth Energy, Export Exchange is an educational and trade forum for…
USDA Issues Farm Safety Net and Conservation Payments
…month, to agricultural producers through the Farm Service Agency’s Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC), Price Loss Coverage (PLC) and Conservation Reserve (CRP) programs. Approximately $3 billion in payments will be made…
Southern Africa: A Promising Region for U.S. Agricultural Exports
…combine to create an exciting opportunity for U.S. agricultural exporters. Global Market Perspective Southern Africa is typically a net importer of agricultural products. In recent years imports have been largely…
Dropped Tariffs Could Mean Less USDA Trade Aid Relief
Ag groups are largely supportive of the new U.S.-Mexico-Canada Trade package. However, many of those same groups say their biggest concern right now is ending retaliatory tariffs on U.S. agricultural…
Trump, XI Likely to Meet at Upcoming G-20
…on Chinese goods, the trade deficit between the two countries defied expectations and widened in both August and September of this year. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Livestock Groups Petition Department of Transportation for Hours of Service Flexibility
…not prescriptive limits. The petition encourages DOT to work with industry to develop and implement similar measures. The petition was signed by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, Livestock Marketing Association,…
Environmental Groups: No Farm Bill Better Than Bad Bill
…groups participating in the news conference include the Environmental Working Group, Food Policy Action, as well as the National Resources Defense Council. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
USMCA Fate Could Rest with Democrats After Elections
…aide says, “I don’t think Lighthizer is the least bit afraid of a House controlled by Dems and I think he’s played those cards well.” Source: National Association of Farm…
USMCA Predicted to Boost Protein Exports
…dumped just days after taking office. CoBank expects the new USMCA agreement to be ratified by all three countries sometime in 2019. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….