Agriculture Today 4/27
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.
Supreme Court Hears Arguments Regarding RFS Refinery Waivers
On Tuesday the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in the case of HollyFrontier Cheyenne Refining vs. the Renewable Fuels Association over the meaning of ‘temporary extension’ in relation to the Renewable Fuel Standard.
Tyson Becomes First Processor to Join Traceability Project
In a sign of what seems to be coming for the livestock industry, Tyson Foods last week joined U.S. CattleTrace. The program launched three years ago to assist animal health officials with a quick and effective means to respond to any foreign disease outbreak in the beef industry.
Shortage of Truck Drivers Causing Concern in Agriculture
With 70 percent of all the United States freight carried by the trucking industry, a nationwide shortage of commercial truck drivers is leading to growing concern by both the trucking industry and the agriculture industry.
Congress Considering Multiple Climate Solutions Utilizing Agricultural Practices
Last week the Senate Agriculture Committee passed the Growing Climate Solutions Act on a bipartisan and unanimous vote. That bill now heads to the Senate floor for further consideration.
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.
Do You Know Where and What Cattle Eat?
If you run cattle on pastures, do you know where and what they prefer to eat? That’s a question researchers with the Central Plains Experimental Range are trying to answer.
Buoyed by Chinese Buying, U.S. Wheat Exports Strong
As China continues to ramp up its purchases of U.S. ag products to meet their Phase One trade agreement with the United States, some growers are experiencing higher prices for their raw commodities.
Agriculture Today 4/23
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report: Rob Larew
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 Farmers Union president Rob Larew.
Despite Placements, Cattle on Feed Report Within Expectations
USDA released their monthly Cattle on Feed Report for April 1, and for one brokerage firm, there were no surprises.
Growing Cotton 4/19- 4/23
Growing Cotton for week of April 19, 2021
American Cattle News 4/19- 4/23
American Cattle News for week of April 19, 2021
Exports Showing Mixed Bag In 4-Week Sales
For wheat, Net sales were down noticeably from the previous week, but up 55 percent from the prior 4-week average on increases primarily for Mexico, Taiwan, and Japan.
USDA Study: Western Rainfall More Erratic Since 1970
Dry periods between rainstorms have become longer and annual rainfall has become more erratic across most of the western United States during the past 50 years.
Bill Aims to Break Down Carbon Market Barriers
The Senate Agriculture Committee has reintroduced a bipartisan bill aimed at breaking down barriers for farmers and foresters interested in participating in carbon markets for climate-smart practices.
Agribusiness Report: Mike Lung
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 Mike Lung with Allendale Brokerage.
Agriculture Today 4/22
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
When Beef Supply Chain Tightens, Imports Usually Increase
Since 2000, imports of beef have represented about 11 percent of total U.S. beef production, while exports reflect about 9 percent.
2020 Government Payments Led to Improved Farmer Profitability
Farm loan demand remained muted at commercial banks in the first quarter of 2021.
Agribusiness Report: House Ag Committee
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 we will hear highlights from a recent House Ag Committee hearing on rural broadband.
Agriculture Today 4/21
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
USDA Opens CRP Enrollment with Higher Payment Rates
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced Wednesday that USDA will open enrollment in the Conservation Reserve Program with higher payment rates, new incentives, and a more targeted focus on the program’s role in climate change mitigation.
China Returns as America’s Top Buyer of Commodities
In 2020, U.S. agricultural exports to China totaled $26.4 billion, a $12.6 billion increase from 2019 and representing the largest market for American farmers and ranchers.
USDA Encouraging Producers to Sign Up for CFAP-2
USDA is implementing updates to the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program for farmers and ranchers who faced market disruptions in 2020 due to COVID-19.
Agriculture Today 4/20
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.
Import Prices Rise but Export Prices Set Record
U.S. import prices increased 6.9 percent from March 2020 to March 2021, the largest year-over-year increase since January 2012.
Washington to Become First State Banning Gasoline Vehicles
After a recent vote by the Washington-state legislature, Governor Jay Inslee could put his state in the driver’s seat by banning new gas car sales a full five years before any other state.
2020 Soybean and Wheat Exports to Vietnam Soar
According to the Foreign Agriculture Service at USDA, the United States is Vietnam’s second-largest supplier of agricultural goods, following China.
Agriculture Today 4/19
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report: Dr. Vivek Murthy
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 Dr. Vivek Murthy, the Surgeon General of the United States.
Lack of Packer Participation Moves Government-Induced Regulation Closer
The beef cattle industry appears to be close to more regulation following the meatpacker’s lack of participation in a voluntary program.
Economists Question Whether Today’s Death Tax Kills Farms
As many farm and commodity organizations draw attention to the potential disasters of the Federal estate tax, the Economic Research Service is asking how it will affect farmers and ranchers.
Will Consumer Spending Steer Farm-Level Investments in 2021
The U.S. economy continues to outperform expectations as stimulus funds are fueling robust consumer spending.
Agriculture Today 4/16
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
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 Tim Lust with National Sorghum Producers.
Sorghum Sales and Exports Hit All-Time Highs
According to the Foreign Agriculture Service’s Weekly Export Sales Report, demand for U.S. sorghum from China is at its highest level in history.
American Cattle News 4/12- 4/16
American Cattle News for week of April 12, 2021
Growing Cotton 4/12- 4/16
Growing Cotton for week of April 12, 2021
Sorghum Sales and Exports Hit Marketing Year High
USDA’s Foreign Agriculture Service is reporting a marketing-year low for U.S. wheat, and lower sales for corn, soybeans, and cotton in their latest Weekly Export Sales Report for the week ending April 8, 2021.
Pork Struggling to Catch Export Waves Like 2020
February pork exports fell 12 percent from a year ago, and at a value of $629 million, down 13 percent from 2020.
Agriculture Today 4/15
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Agribusiness Report: Dahlen Hancock
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 West Texas cotton producer Dahlen Hancock.
About Ten Daily Shipments to China Never Arrive
The United States found an average of more than 200 shipments were denied between 2013 and 2019, while the European Union lost more than three times that amount every year.
Georgia Returns as Nation’s Top Pecan Producing State
In January USDA’s National Agricultural Statistic Service reported U.S. pecan production for this marketing season (October-September) at 302 million pounds, an 18 percent year over year increase.
Planting Time Fertilizer Prices Leading to Sticker Shock
For corn producers who contacted their fertilizer needs in 2020, they’ll more than likely have costs comparable to the past few years.
Agriculture Today 4/14
Your daily look at what’s impacting agriculture around the globe.
Beef Exports Off to Slow Start, Optimism Ahead
This could be a banner year for beef exports if projections from the U.S. Meat Export Federation are realized.