Agribusiness Report 12/07
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture.
Articles by Tony St. James
Agriculture Today 12/07
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Last Four Leaders of House Ag Policy Reminisce
While the focus is already turning to the next Congressional legislative session, the 117th Congress, three members of the House, and one from the Senate sat down Friday morning to reflect on the past 100 sessions.
U.S. Cotton’s Dominance in Turkey Facing Brazilian Pressure
According to the Foreign Agriculture Service, yields in the South Eastern region has been better than expected due to favorable weather conditions.
Agribusiness Report 12/04
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture.
Agriculture Today 12/04
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Growing Cotton 11/30 – 12/4
Growing Cotton for week of November 30, 2020
American Cattle News 11/30 – 12/4
American Cattle News for week of November 30, 2020
Senate Ag Committee Research Hearing Final in Roberts-Era
On Wednesday, the Senate Agriculture Committee held a hearing on Agricultural Research in what is most likely, the final hearing in a 40-year Congressional career for Senator Pat Roberts.
U.S. Corn Exports Reach High, Soybeans Sales Tumble
USDA released their latest Weekly Export Sales Report on Thursday morning with corn exports reaching a marketing-year high and soybean sales hitting a marketing-year low.
Agriculture Today 12/03
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report 12/03
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture.
WTO Official Pleads for Wholesale Agricultural Trade Reform
As the World Trade Organization struggles to determine its role in future global trade, its top-ranking official is urging member-nations to make extensive reforms to existing global farm trade rules.
Grain Standards Reauthorization Passes House, Awaits Presidential Signature
By voice vote, the House of Representatives passed a five-year extension of the U.S. Grains Standards Act.
Net Farm and Cash Farm Income Rapidly Improving
Inflation-adjusted U.S. net cash farm income, which is defined as gross cash income minus cash expenses, is forecast to increase more than $23 billion this year to $134.1 billion in 2020.
Familiar Names Mentioned as Next Secretary of Agriculture
Democratic candidate Joe Biden is officially closing in as the next President of the United States and agricultural leaders are examining potential candidates to replace Sonny Perdue as the next Secretary of Agriculture.
Scott Expected to Chair Next House Agriculture Committee
Though the House will remain under Democratic control in the 117th Congress, voters in Minnesota failed to back the current Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, Collin Peterson. His loss has provided a path for Rep. David Scott to become the next Chairman.
Agribusiness Report 12/01
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture.
Agriculture Today 12/01
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agriculture Today 11/30
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report 11/30
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture.
Lame-duck Request: Extend Temporary Tax Provisions for Agriculture
With only a handful of days remaining in the current 116th legislative session, groups like the American Farm Bureau Federation and others are urging Congress to extend temporary tax provisions.
As Drought Deepens, Livestock Producers Face Challenging Decision
According to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor, 75 percent of Texas is now enduring drought conditions, up from just over half the state seven days ago.
U.S. Absent from Largest Free Trade Agreement Ever
As the United States begins the process of wrapping up a Congressional session and administration, 15 countries in Southeast Asia have joined with five regional partners in signing the largest free trade agreement in history.
Agriculture Today 11/27
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Agribusiness Report 11/27
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture.
Agriculture Today 11/24
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Agribusiness Report 11/24
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture.
CFAP-2 Payments Cross $10 Billion Mark, Deadline Approaching
USDA’s Second Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP-2) has doled out more than $10 billion according to the latest data available from the Farm Service Agency.
Agriculture Today 11/23
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report 11/23
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture.
Monthly Cattle On Feed Report Surprises Traders
USDA released their monthly Cattle on Feed report on Friday, after the market closed, and surprised traders.
U.S. CO2 Emissions Projected 10% Lower in 2020
The November Short-Term Energy Outlook from the U.S. Energy Information Administration remains uncertain because responses to COVID-19 continue to evolve.
Despite Increasing Financial Assistance, Global Food Insecurity Growing
The U.N. says nearly 690 million people in the world were undernourished in 2020, According to their reporting, the number of undernourished people has increased over the last six years.
Agricultural Alliance Addressing Potential Federal Climate Policy Proactively
An alliance of groups representing farmers, forest owners, the food sector, state governments, and environmental advocates today unveiled an unprecedented set of recommendations to guide the development of federal climate policy.
Latest WTO Report Shows Slowdown in Trade Restrictions
The WTO’s latest Trade Monitoring Report on G20 trade measures shows a slowdown in the number and coverage of trade-restrictive and trade-facilitating measures on goods implemented by G20 countries.
Agribusiness Report 11/20
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture.
Agriculture Today 11/20
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Growing Cotton 11/16 – 11/20
Growing Cotton for week of November 16, 2020
American Cattle News 11/16 – 11/20
American Cattle News for week of November 16, 2020
Annual Thanksgiving Survey Says Big Meal Costs Less
Farm Bureau’s 35th annual survey indicates the average cost of this year’s Thanksgiving feast for 10 remains affordable at $46.90 or less than $5.00 per person.
Sales Report Reveals Big Week for Beef Exports
USDA released their Weekly Export Sales report on Thursday morning, with a marketing-year high for beef and a marketing-year low for wheat and soybeans.
“Farm to Fork” Initiative Intriguing But Increases Hunger
Researchers at USDA’s Economic Research Service recently evaluated the potential impacts of the European Commission’s Farm to Fork and Biodiversity Strategies initiative that calls for restrictions in the use of agricultural inputs such as land, antimicrobials, fertilizers, and pesticides in European Union agricultural production.
Amid Uncertainty, Lenders Remain Concerned About Agricultural Liquidity
Lenders continue to be most concerned about the liquidity, income, and leverage of producers. Uncertainty regarding tariffs and trade, the weather, and the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting economic downturn is close behind.
Traders Preparing for Monthly Cattle on Feed Report
raders are preparing for what is considered one of the most important feeder reports of the season, the November USDA Cattle on Feed Report.
Agribusiness Report 11/19
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture.
Agriculture Today 11/19
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Agriculture Today 11/18
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report 11/18
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture.
IRS Clarifies How PPP Recipients Approach Expense Deductions
The Internal Revenue Service has issued a ruling that borrowers expecting Paycheck Protection Program loan forgiveness application approval must disallow a deduction for qualified 2020 expenses in 2020 tax returns.