Agribusiness Report: Kody Bessent
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture. Today’s guest is Plains Cotton Growers CEO Kody Bessent.
Agriculture Today 09/14
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
House Agriculture Democrats Advance Build Back Better Act
Members on both sides of the aisle expressed their concern and frustration with the process of considering the $66 billion budget reconciliation bill in the House Agriculture Committee.
Another JBS Packing Plant Fire Spooks Cattle Industry
Flames were seen from the roof of a JBS beef packing plant west of Omaha late Sunday night. For the industry, it raises concern as recent market disruption issues in the cattle market appear to have ignited after a 2019 fire at the JBS facility in Holcomb, Kansas.
Largest Number of Acres Offered for Grassland CRP
For the first time in history, producers and landowners offered nearly 4 million acres of land for enrollment in this year’s Grassland Conservation Reserve Program Signup.
Agriculture Today 09/13
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report: Bob Maurer
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture. Today’s guest is Bob Maurer with Manduca Trading in Chicago.
U.S. Beehives Recovering from Challenge of Colony Collapse
There’s a buzz within the domestic beekeeping industry, reflecting good news regarding the rebuilding of colonies.
Agriculture Today 09/10
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report: Norma Ritz Johnson
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture. Today’s guest is United Sorghum Checkoff Executive Director Norma Ritz Johnson.
Farm Groups Call on Congress to Stop Attacks
More than 300 organizations representing farmers, ranchers, and agribusiness penned a letter to Congressional leaders regarding the future of tax policies as they find revenue to fund the Administration’s human infrastructure bill.
Emergency Livestock Assistance Program Expanded to Transportation Costs
On Wednesday, USDA announced the expansion of the Emergency Assistance for Livestock Program, to provide coverage for feed transportation costs, in addition to water transportation costs.
Agriculture Today 09/09
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Administration Addressing Livestock Supply-Chain Bottlenecks and Price Issues
In a White House Press briefing on Wednesday, Brian Deese, Director of the National Economic Council told reporters that the Biden Administration was ready to address both supply-chain issues and a lack of competition in the meat-processing arena.
Agribusiness Report: Danielle Beck
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture. Today’s guest is Danielle Beck with National Cattlemen’s Beef Association.
Worldwide Demand Driving U.S Beef Export Record Pace
The popularity of U.S. beef around the globe is even more apparent according to the latest data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation.
Agriculture Today 09/08
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agricultural Workforce, Led By Livestock Sector, Gradually Increasing
While there may not be any more farmers today than ten years ago, there are more workers in agriculture.
Agribusiness Report: Rep. Barry Moore
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture. Today’s guest is Rep. Barry Moore of Alabama.
Brazil Confirms Two Cases of BSE in Cattle
Over the weekend, the Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, and Food Supply confirmed two atypical cases of BSE in their country.
Agriculture Today 09/07
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report: PCG’s Mark Brown
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture. Today’s guest is Plains Cotton Growers Director of Field Services Mark Brown.
USDA Opens Comment Period for Cell-Based Meat Alternatives
Even as products like the Impossible Burger and Beyond Meat have been expanding in restaurants and grocery store shelves, the debate on how to label these “alternative” products continues.
Agribusiness Report: Rep. Ashley Hinson
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture. Today’s guest is Rep. Ashley Hinson of Iowa
Agriculture Today 09/06
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Despite Recent Price Declines, Producers Slightly More Optimistic
Farmers and ranchers appear to be slightly more optimistic about the agricultural economy, according to the latest results from the August Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer.
Agriculture Today 09/03
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report: Travis Kidd
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture. Today’s guest is Travis Kidd, Agronomist for Agoro Carbon Alliance
Net Cash and Farm Income Reaching 7-Year Highs
USDA’s Economic Research Service forecasts inflation-adjusted net cash farm income to increase by 17.2 percent from last year.
Caprock Cattle Educational Series: Cattle Handling
Floyd and Hale County’s Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Agents are your hosts for a series of talks with experts for the 2021 Caprock Cattle Educational Series. This month’s guest is Dr. Ron Gill, Livestock Specalist with Texas A&M AgriLife.
Agriculture Today 09/02
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report: Jennifer Granholm
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture. Today’s guest is Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm.
Phase One Trade Deal Now in Final Quarter
With just over five months remaining in the Phase One Trade Agreement, the Peterson Institute for International Economics says the negotiated purchase of agricultural products from American producers is under the commitment made by the Chinese.
Agribusiness Report: Allison Rivera
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture. Today’s guest is Allison Rivera, Executive Director of Government Affairs for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association
Agriculture Today 09/01
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Dairy Producers Cautiously Optimistic Regarding Future Industry Profitability
Dairy producers are finally reading some optimistic headlines as the industry works to right the economic ship that almost sank last year.
Agriculture Today 08/31
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report: Shawn Wade
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture. Today’s guest is Shawn Wade with Plains Cotton Growers.
Farm Bankruptcies Bucking Trend, Fall to Six-Year Low
According to the data from the U.S. Courts, there were 24 percent fewer filings over the past year with the total number of 438 representing the lowest number since 2015.
Agribusiness Report: Bob Maurer
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture. Today’s guest is Bob Maurer with Manduca Trading in Chicago.
Devalued Real Helps Brazilian Livestock Herds to Expand
As the U.S. cattle herd continues to contract, Brazil’s herd is expected to increase by 4 percent this year and another 4 percent in 2022, though beef production is likely to fall in 2021 by 6 percent.
Agriculture Today 08/30
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report: Rep. Jim Baird
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture. Today’s guest is Rep. Jim Baird of Indiana.
Agriculture Today 08/27
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
U.S. Continues to Block WTO Appellate Body Nominees
Since 2016, the United States has been engaged in an informal block on replacing retiring judges due to systemic concerns with the Appellate Body.
Agribusiness Report: NCBA’s Ethan Lane
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture. Today’s guest is NCBA Vice President of Government Affairs Ethan Lane.
“Organic” Demand Growing, Still Small “Niche” in Universe
Soaring demand for organic livestock and processed food products has stimulated the production of organic corn and soybeans in the United States.
Agriculture Today 08/24
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report: Bob Maurer talks Cattle on Feed
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture. Today’s guest is Bob Maurer with Manduca Trading in Chicago discussing the latest Cattle on Feed report.
EPA Pushing Ahead with Redefining WOTUS, Despite Opposition
Every major farm and commodity group has voiced opposition to the move, which they say further restricts the progress made by agriculture in the form of environmental stewardship.