…or eliminate long-standing tax code provisions that are fundamental to the financial health of production agriculture and the businesses that supply its inputs, transport its products, and market its commodities.”…
Industry Group Voices Opposition to Proposed Mill Assessment Increase
…specific fumigant requirements for certain commodities. Increasing mill assessments at such a dramatic rate could put export opportunities in jeopardy for a variety of different producers. “That’s patently unfair and…
Market Concerns Linger as COVID Challenges Begin to Decline
…to decline. “Most of our commodities here locally saw a drop last year. In some cases, very significant, radical drops. So, there’s a lot of attention being paid for those…
More Money: CFAP 2 is Back Open
…December 2020. Some of the commodities that are eligible for CFAP 2 assistance include livestock, specialty crops, row crops, dairy, and nursery crops. Information about producer eligibility as well as…
Industry Groups Support Reintroduction of HAULS Act
…back end of hauls for ag and livestock haulers. Additionally, the HAULS Act would amend the definition of “agricultural commodities” within the HOS rules. The definition would be expanded to…
Understanding the California Water Futures Market
…function similarly to futures markets for other commodities. The market will allow water users to lock in a particular price they are willing to pay for water. This new futures…
2019 Crop Report Shows More Than $50 Billion in Cash Receipts
…of resiliency and perseverance that transpired within this essential industry.” California produces more than 400 commodities. The state’s production accounts for more than a third of country vegetables and two-thirds…
Agricultural Exports Projected to Grow Over Next 10 Years
…complications related to COVID-19, American agricultural exports are projected to grow nearly two percent annually. Increasing export values for 2021 are supported by commodities such as meat products, cotton, soybeans,…
Report Highlights Impact of Weak U.S. Dollar on Ag Exports
A recent report shows that the weaker U.S. dollar will benefit some ag commodities but could create issues for others. In general, American ag products are more competitive in the…
American Rescue Plan Act Moving Forward with Senate Approval
…the Emergency Relief for Farmers of Color Act. Funding support will also be used to purchase agricultural commodities from farmers and ranchers. “We appreciate the American Rescue Plan’s prioritization of…
Give FFA Day: A Chance to Support Ag Education During National FFA Week
…different commodities and fun facts.” Faith Swope, chapter president of Nipomo FFA, said, “I believe FFA is important for developing young individuals because of all the opportunities it provides. For…
Latest Pandemic Relief Bill Continues to Advance
…U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to support food supply chains. Funding would be used to help with the purchase of agricultural commodities for food banks and also help protect agricultural…
Producers Encouraged to Apply for Risk and Price Loss Coverage
…signed contract is required for enrollment. Farmers make enrollment and election decisions on an annual basis. Some of the commodities that are covered under ARC and PLC include grain sorghum,…
2020 Was ‘Banner Year’ for Organic Produce Sales
…led all categories in overall volume, while herbs and spices led overall growth in sales and volume. Of the top-performing commodities, grapes actually declined by 6.1 percent in volume and…