Agriculture Today 9/23
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Articles by Tony St. James
Agribusiness Report 9/23
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture.
Agriculture Today 9/22
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report 9/22
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 9/21
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report 9/21
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture.
Caprock Cattle Educational Series: EPDs
Floyd and Hale County’s Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Agents are your hosts for a series of talks with experts for the 2020 Caprock Cattle Educational Series.
Agribusiness Report 9/17
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture.
EPA Denies Small Refinery Exemptions to Blending Ethanol
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced its decision to deny petitions for small refinery exemptions under the Renewable Fuel Standard.
Agricultural Success in 2021 Dependent on Several Factors
The critical role American farmers and ranchers serve in protecting the nation’s food supply is undeniable but the outlook for 2021 depends on several influential factors.
USDA Still Projecting Tough Season for Cotton Industry
USDA lowered their production estimates for the U.S. cotton crop last week by one million bales from the August projection.
China Wins U.S. Trade Dispute Case Over Tariffs
The World Trade Organization handed China a victory on Tuesday, ruling that trade sanctions imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump were not justified and therefore a violation of world trade rules.
Agriculture Today 9/17
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Caprock Cattle Educational Series: Feedyard Technician Program
Floyd and Hale County’s Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Agents are your hosts for a series of talks with experts for the 2020 Caprock Cattle Educational Series.
Agribusiness Report 9/16
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 9/16
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report 9/15
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 9/15
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
USDA Projecting Record Corn, Cotton and Soybean Yields
Corn and soybean production is up from 2019, according to the Crop Production report issued Friday by USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service.
Top Five Major U.S. Row-Crops Experience Negative Returns
Producers of the top five field crops in the United States have struggled to cover total costs of production over the past decade.
African Swine Fever in Germany, China Stops Imports
Germany’s Federal Minister of Food and Agriculture confirms an African swine fever case in a wild boar found in Eastern Germany near the Polish border.
2020 Caprock Beef Cattle Conference
The 2020 Caprock Beef Cattle Conference, hosted by the Hale and Floyd County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Offices, was held on September 11 at the Floyd County Friends Unity Center.
Despite COVID-19 Shutdowns, Lamb Exports Record Highwater Month
July exports of U.S. lamb increased year-over-year and were the largest of 2020. The good news comes from USDA and with Mexico as the main driver.
Small Organic Dairies Profitable Long Before Conventional Operations
Smaller organic dairy operations may be netting more money at the end of the day than their larger conventional counterparts.
Both General and Agricultural Economic Conditions Slowly Improving
Economic activity increased across most of the country over the past few weeks, but gains were generally modest and activity remained well below levels prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Farmers Reminded of Upcoming Crop Yield Update Deadline
For the first time in six years, farmers will have a one-time opportunity to update yields for crops covered under the Price Loss Coverage program.
Agriculture Today 9/8
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report 9/8
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture.
First Mexico Banned Glyphosate, Now GE Cotton Seeds
Mexican farmers are facing serious seed shortages, according to a report from the Foreign Agriculture Service.
Record Imports Due to Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Demand
There is always a focus on agricultural exports from the United States, but rarely much consideration for commodity imports.
U.S Pork Exports on Pace to Shatter Record
July exports of U.S. pork, which are on a record pace in 2020, were down from a year ago but increased compared to June according to statistics released by USDA.
2019 PLC Payments Expected for Most Row-Crops
As Congress gets back to work this week, following their regular August recess, eyes are focused on whether the two chambers and two parties can come together for a second-round off Coronavirus assistance.
India’s Falling Rupee Presents Cotton Industry Unique Challenges
India’s cotton industry is banking on a big year after increasing acreage by 3 percent in 2020.
EU Eliminating Recently-Introduced Duties on U.S. Grains
The European Union has eliminated import duties on certain U. S. products just four months after re-introducing those duties.
Beef Exports Rebound From Recent Lows, Below 2019
July exports of U.S. beef rebounded from recent lows but remained below 2019 levels, according to data released by USDA.
USDA May Have Additional Resources for CFAP 2.0
As Friday’s deadline to enroll in USDA’s Coronavirus Food Assistance Program nears, one ag policy expert believes the cost of the program will not equal the expected budget.
August Monthly Jobs Report Shows Signs of Improvement
Total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 1.4 million in August, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics while unemployment fell 2.8 million to 13.6 million in August.
U.S. Supplies Almost One-Third of Chinese Cotton Imports
Slowly over the last two years, the U.S. cotton industry has increased it share of exports to China.
Banks Facing Ongoing Challenges from COVID-19 and Regulations
It appears that almost every sector of the American economy took a financial hit during the near-nationwide shutdown due to COVID-19.
American Farmers Triple Agricultural Outputs Over 70 Years
How productive are America’s farmers and ranchers? According to a report from the Economic Research Service, over the past 70 years, total agricultural outputs have nearly tripled.
Second Round of COVID-19 Agricultural Assistance Coming Soon
More relief may be coming for farmers and ranchers affected by COVID-19 shutdown and loss of marketing opportunities
Agribusiness Report 9/1
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture.
Agribusiness Report 8/31
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 8/31
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
American Cattle News 8/24 – 8/28
American Cattle News for week of August 24, 2020
Growing Cotton 8/24 – 8/28
Growing Cotton for week of August 24, 2020
Smaller Crop and Increased Competition Ahead for Cotton
USDA’s Economic Research Service is projecting FY 2021 cotton exports to fall to $5 billion, down $400 million from 2020 due to a shorter domestic crop and increased foreign competition.
Another Round of Food Boxes Coming from USDA
Following the President’s announcement of additional funding up to $1 billion, USDA is planning to extend current contracts to deliver food boxes through September 18.
Drought Monitor Continues to Forecast Hot, Dry Weather
The U.S. Drought Monitor revealed a continued intensification of drought across western parts of the country
U.S. and Chinese Official Discuss Phase One Progress
The U.S. and China are seeing progress in the implementation of the Phase 1 trade agreement. During a six-month review this week, senior officials from both countries reaffirmed commitments to ensuring the agreement’s success.