…USDA has repackaged the $3.1 billion Climate Smart Commodities Program into the “Advancing Markets for Producers” (AMP) program, aligning with Trump administration priorities. The new program requires 65% of funds…
U.S. Farm Sector Starts 2025 Strong but Faces Rising Trade Risks and Price Pressures in New Administration
…with strong balance sheets and favorable liquidity. Farm income in early 2025 is supported by payments to crop producers authorized under the American Relief Act, which signed by President Biden…
NPPC Supports the Food Security and Farm Production Act
DepositPhotos image The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) supports the Food Security and Farm Production Act introduced in the Senate, which aims to prevent a confusing array of state-specific farm…
NASS to Host Bi-Annual Data Users Meeting
…NASS in collaboration with other agencies, it is a crucial resource for data users, producers, and stakeholders in the agricultural sector. More details, including the agenda, are available on the…
Wine Retailers Say New Tariffs Could Hurt U.S. Industry
…and retailers, but also domestic producers and related businesses. They point to earlier tariffs in 2019 and 2020 that caused similar issues. The group also raised concerns about the timing….
APHIS-DHS Expanding Risk-Based Sampling Program at Ports of Entry
…leaf lettuce. This initiative aims to reduce inspections for compliant shippers and encourage better quality from producers. The program targets lettuce trucks crossing the southern US. border from Mexico. APHIS-DHS…
USDA Launches Agricultural Trade Promotion Programs
…U.S. agricultural producers promote and sell their goods internationally. The application deadline for those programs is on June 6. This action follows U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rawlins’ recent announcement…
Ag Groups Call for Trade Fix After Tariff Announcement
…critical. Ethan Lane of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association supported the move, saying U.S. beef producers face unfair treatment abroad. He pointed out that countries like Vietnam and Thailand impose…
FAPRI Releases 2025 U.S. Agricultural Market Outlook
…for American farmers, shaped by falling crop prices, high production costs, and record returns in the cattle sector. For many crop producers, net returns have dropped significantly from recent highs….
ARC – PLC Enrollment Deadlines Approaching
Producers wishing to enroll in either Agricultural Risk Coverage (ARC) or Price Loss Coverage (PLC) from USDA have until April 15th to do so. Find Your Local Service Center Rod…
Farmer Sentiment Declines Amid Policy and Trade Uncertainty
…suggests producers expect stronger financial results in 2025 compared to last year. Farmer Sentiment Declines Amid Policy and Trade Uncertainty Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef…
Farm Closures Feared as Ag Industry Responds to New Tariffs
…enjoying high-quality, wholesome American beef. NCBA will continue engaging with the White House to ensure fair treatment for America’s cattle producers around the world and optimize opportunities for exports abroad.”…
Rollins Embarking on a Six-Month Trade Mission
…to boost market access and support agricultural producers. Rollins Embarking on a Six-Month Trade Mission Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt…
California Almond Producers Vote to Continue Marketing Order
…at least two-thirds of voting producers or from producers representing at least two-thirds of the production volume. The strong support from almond growers indicates continued confidence in the program’s ability…