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
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
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.
Bipartisan Bill Elevates Sesame Allergies to National Attention
Sesame allergies are becoming more common among U.S. children and adults, with new research establishing it as the ninth most common type of food allergy.
Despite Tough Agricultural Conditions, Lenders Expect Borrowing Expansion
As the farm economy continues to work through a prolonged downturn in the midst of an unparalleled, global economic dislocation, ag lenders remain focused on credit quality.
GAO Offers Advice to Improving USDA’s “Actively Engaged”
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) distributes billions of dollars a year through programs that, by law, require payment recipients to be actively engaged in farming.
Agriculture Today 11/17
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report 11/17
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture.
Censky Returns as CEO of American Soybean Association
The soybean industry has welcomed back a familiar face as the former CEO of the American Soybean Association returned to work for the commodity group last week.
New Farm Equipment Sales Showing Signs of Improvement
Overall, farm tractor sales continued to grow across North America in October according to the latest data from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers.
Agriculture Today 11/16
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Despite Robust Exports, U.S. Pork Industry Faces Challenges
U.S. pork exports to China have skyrocketed this year as African Swine Fever (ASF) eroded two-thirds of China’s hog herd and drove its hog prices to record highs.
Agribusiness Report 11/16
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture.
Strong Cotton/Wheat Price Gains Expected This Decade
USDA projections for changes in U.S. farm prices between 2020 and 2030 indicate a mixed outlook shaped by the expected recovery in the U.S. and global demand, continued export competition, and market conditions during 2020.
USDA Expecting More CRP Acres in 2021 Signup
Next year, USDA will begin the process of enrolling new and existing acres of conservation lands into the largest federally administered private land retirement program.
U.S. Wheat Industry Optimistic Amid Growing Export Sales
Wheat growers are cautiously optimistic as export sales show signs of improvement in 2020.
Growing Cotton 11/9 – 11/13
Growing Cotton for week of November 9, 2020
American Cattle News 11/9 – 11/13
American Cattle News for week of November 9, 2020
Agribusiness Report 11/13
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 11/13
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Soybean Exports Hit Marketing Year High and Low
The Foreign Agriculture Service released their latest Weekly Export Sales report on Friday, one day later than normal due to the Veteran’s Day Federal holiday on Wednesday.
Lamb Exports Grow in Both Volume and Value
According to the latest information from USDA for the month of September, U.S. lamb exports were higher in both volume and value.
Agribusiness Report 11/12
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 11/12
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Opportunities to Expand Conservation Reserve Acres Coming Soon
The American Farm Bureau Federation recently analyzed one of the largest federally administered private land retirement programs, USDA’s Conservation Reserve Program.
Despite Record Chinese Purchases, U.S. Beef Exports Fall
Beef exports were fairly steady with last year in major Asian markets but trended lower overall according to recent data released by USDA.
Agribusiness Report 11/11
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 11/11
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
USDA’s Supply and Demand Estimates Stable
The USDA released their monthly World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates or WASDE report Tuesday.
Larger Cotton, But Smaller Corn and Soybean Crops
USDA released their monthly Crop Report on Tuesday, providing a late-season glance at the projected size of the corn, cotton and soybean crops.
Agribusiness Report 11/10
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 11/10
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Battle Begins for House Agriculture Committee Leadership Roles
Just days after election day in the United States, a handful of returning House members are jockeying for positions to lead the House Agriculture Committee.
U.S. Pork Exports on Break-Neck Pace in 2020
Chinese demand for U.S. pork is leading to a record pace for exports, according to data released recently by USDA.
Agriculture Today 11/09
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report 11/09
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture.
U.S. Officially Exits Paris Climate Accord, Future Uncertain
The United States has officially exited the Paris Climate Agreement (as of Wednesday), roughly three and a half years after President Donald Trump pledged to do so.
Caprock Cattle Educational Series: Wheat Grazing
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.
Growing Cotton 11/2 – 11/6
Growing Cotton for week of November 2, 2020
American Cattle News 11/2 – 11/6
American Cattle News for week of November 2, 2020
Agriculture Today 11/05
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report 11/05
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture.