Agriculture Today 08/23
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report: Andy LaVigne
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 American Seed Trade Association President & CEO Andy LaVigne.
New Insurance Endorsement Available to Dryland Corn Farmers
Corn farmers who “split apply” nitrogen will soon have another option for insurance coverage.
Agriculture Today 08/20
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report: Don Graves
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 Deputy Secretary of Commerce Don Graves.
Agriculture Today 8/19
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Outlook Positive for Beef Cattle Market in 2022
The beef cattle industry is bouncing back from the pandemic, and continued progress is expected in 2022.
Agribusiness Report: Tim Lust
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 National Sorghum Producers CEO Tim Lust.
As Farmers Gain Experience Their Internet Usage Decreases
he more experience a farmer has in their operation, the less likely they are to buy farm inputs or access market information online, according to a report released by the Economic Research Service.
Agriculture Today 8/18
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Despite Some Cost Declines, Food Prices Increase Again
According to the latest Consumer Price Index released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the food price index increased 0.7 percent in July after rising 0.8 percent in June.
Agriculture Today 8/17
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
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.
U.S. Beef Exports Jump 42 Percent Over 2020
Beef production in June increased 9 percent over May, and 1 percent year over year, to 2.4 billion pounds according to the Agriculture Marketing Service’s Monthly Economic Landscape.
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.
Agriculture Today 8/16
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agriculture Concerned with Pending End to Trade Agreement
Last week, agricultural commodity groups sent a letter to U.S. Trade Ambassador Katherine Tai and Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen regarding the future of trade with China.
Farm Income and Credit Conditions Continue to Improve
Alongside a sharp turnaround in agricultural economic conditions and lasting support from government programs related to pandemic relief, both farm income and loan repayment rates increased from a year ago.
Agriculture Today 8/13
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
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.
Family Farms Benefit from $5.6 Billion in Assistance
Family farms accounted for 98 percent of all U.S. farms in 2019, according to data released by the Economic Research Service.
Cotton Prices Projected to Hit 10-Year High
USDA released their latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report on Thursday with an expectation for higher prices for wheat and corn, no changes for soybeans , but the highest price for cotton in almost 10 years.
USDA Expecting Larger Corn, Soybean and Cotton Crops
U.S. farmers are expected to produce larger corn, soybean and cotton crops compared to last year according to the latest Crop Production forecast from USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service.
More Dairies Signed Up for Margin Protection Program
Extreme price volatility and COVID-19 pandemic-induced market fluctuations are part of the reason for an increase in dairy farmers enrolling in the Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program for 2021.
Agriculture Today 8/12
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report: Dr. J.D. Ragland
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 Randall County AgriLife Extension Agent J.D. Ragland.
Cotton Prices Soar Amid Increasing Global Export Demand
Over the past week, U.S. cotton prices have soared to the life of contract highs amid increasing global demand, a general reopening of the economy, and production challenges in key growing areas.
Devastating Drought and Violence Burying Mexican Cattle Industry
In a country dealing with cartel violence on a daily basis, the Mexican cattle industry is struggling under the weight of a historic drought as well.
Senate Passes Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill, Pelosi Pushes Pause
President Biden leaped over a major hurdle in his race toward infrastructure improvements on Tuesday, when the Senate passed a bipartisan $1 trillion plan by a final vote of 69-30.
Agribusiness Report: Daren Coppock
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 Ag Retailers Association President and CEO Daren Coppock.
Agriculture Today 8/11
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Demand for Lamb Meat Outpacing Projected Domestic Supply
Growing demand for lamb meat is leading to higher prices for producers, according to data collected by the U.S. Meat Export Federation.
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.
Agriculture Today 8/10
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 8/9
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Caprock Cattle Educational Series: Supplemental Grazing
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. Cassandra Olds with Kansas State University.
Top Issue in 2021 Could Be Worker Shortages
From farm to supermarket, labor availability remains the biggest concern and continues to be a significant impediment to quick supply-side responses.
Agriculture Today 7/30
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.
Beef Cattle Market Impacted by Limited Packer Capacity
Four experts offered a diverse group of Congressional members on Wednesday, ideas for addressing urgent challenges within the beef supply chain.
Corn, Soybean, and Cotton Cancellations Outpace Export Sales
Export sales of wheat were higher for the week ending July 22, but not just lower for corn, soybeans, and cotton, they were actually the equivalent of returns as the cancellation of previous sales outpaced the current week’s sales.
Agriculture Today 7/29
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
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.
Farmer Cooperatives Enjoy Strong Spring, Next Year Questionable
Farm supply cooperatives enjoyed a strong spring as rising grain prices gave U.S. crop producers the confidence to increase input spend.
USDA Projecting Record-High Commodity Exports in FY21
Though U.S. export commodity sales have been at impressive levels over the past 18 months, the Economic Research Service is predicting an all-time high for this fiscal year.
Senate Republicans and White House Reach Infrastructure Agreement (Again)
It appears the Senate and the White House have an agreement, which is more of an agreement than they had in the past, to fund an infrastructure bill.
Agriculture Today 7/28
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report: Rep. Rick Allen
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. Rick Allen of Georgia.
Uncertainty Set to Drive Volatility in Grain Markets
Volatility is expected to remain a key component of grain markets throughout the remainder of this year according to economists with CoBank.