Farm Losses Deepen As Producers Seek Federal Support
NASHVILLE, TN – Farm losses could deepen again in 2027, increasing pressure for additional federal […]
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Holiday Cookout Costs Rise As Farmer Share Shrinks
NASHVILLE, TN – Fourth of July cookouts will cost more this year, but higher grocery […]
Farm Income Downturn Intensifies As Policy Decisions Near
WASHINGTON, DC – Farmers are facing a third straight year of declining economic conditions as […]
Farm Bureau Sets 2026 Policy Priorities Nationwide
ANAHEIM, CA – Farmer and rancher delegates closed the American Farm Bureau Federation’s annual convention […]
Farm Bureau Convention Highlights Leadership, Policy, Recognition Sunday
ANAHEIM, Calif. — The American Farm Bureau Federation convention continued Sunday with a packed agenda […]
Agribusiness Report Podcast: Andrew Walmsley
AGRIBUSINESS REPORT PODCAST – Guest: Andrew Walmsley with the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) http://www.ParamountBroadcasting.com/audio/podcasts/20220511ABR.mp3
Agribusiness Report: Daniel Munch
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 Danny Munch, Associate Economist with American Farm Bureau Federation.
Blame the Bird for More Expensive Thanksgiving Meal
According to the latest American Farm Bureau Federation basket survey, holiday meals this season will be more expensive. Specifically for Thanksgiving, the traditional meal – centered around turkey – will average almost $47.
Bipartisan Bill to Establish Cattle Contract Library Introduced
Twenty years ago, the Packers and Stockyards Division of the Agricultural Marketing Service implemented the Swine Contract Library in an effort to aid in the price discovery process and provide equal access to market information for all market participants.
Agribusiness Report: Dave Salmonsen
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 Dave Salmonsen with the American Farm Bureau Federation.
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.
Expanding Drought in U.S. Signals Another Herd Reduction
The U.S. cattle herd experienced a drawdown in live animals about ten years ago on the heels of a severe drought across the Southwest. Today, the industry is looking at a similar situation.
USDA Proposing Changes to Packers and Stockyards Act
According to a press release, the Department will begin work on rules to support the enhancement of the 100-year-old law by proposing a new rule to strengthen enforcement of unfair and deceptive practices.
Chinese Phase One Agricultural Imports on Record Pace
As we approach the 16 month anniversary of the signing of the Phase One Economic and Trade Agreement between the United States and China went into effect, the results are being interpreted in many ways.
Normally Bearish Cattle On Feed Tempered By Expectations
Last Friday’s Cattle on Feed report is considered relatively neutral to bearish due to higher-than-expected placements.
Agricultural Groups Offer Recommendations for USDA ‘Carbon Bank’
The Food and Agriculture Climate Alliance has worked over the past three months to develop specific recommendations for how USDA should approach a potential carbon bank.
Agribusiness Report: Dave Salmonsen
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 Dave Salmonsen with the American Farm Bureau Federation.
If Estate Taxes Tighten, Majority of Land Sells
Why does agriculture continue to lobby for permanent repeal of the Estate Tax? According to the American Farm Bureau Federation, the answer is 3,700 acres.
Congress Set to Address Farm Labor Shortage Issue
In recent testimony before Congress, American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall identified the farm workforce as the biggest challenge facing U.S. agriculture. The House may respond this week with the Farm Workforce Modernization Act.
Bipartisan Legislation Filed to Permanently Repeal “Death Tax”
When the focus of Congress turns to dealing with the national debt, one target will be the Estate Tax.
Congress Includes Agriculture Relief in $1.9 Trillion Bill
After passing closely on a partisan basis in both chambers of Congress, the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 is set to be signed into law by President Joe Biden.
Spring Crop Insurance Prices Favor Soybeans Over Corn
New spring crop insurance prices for corn, cotton, and soybeans are at the highest levels in at least eight years, according to the American Farm Bureau Federation.
Bipartisan Legislation Introduced to Overhaul Agriculture’s H-2A Program
A bipartisan group of Representatives have crafted legislation to reform and overhaul the agricultural guestworker program.
House Ag Committee Hearing Focused on Climate Change
American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall told lawmakers on Thursday that farmers are part of the solution to climate change.
AFBF President and Popular Meteorologist Addressing Climate Change
The House Agriculture Committee will be one of the first in Congress to tee up President Biden’s commitment to addressing Climate Change with a dedicated hearing on Thursday.
Farm Bankruptcies in 2020 Climb to Third-Highest Level
For some producers, 2020 will be a year remembered for its extreme turnaround in prices and demand, and a more profitable end due to historic ad hoc government payments. For others, however, it may be remembered as the year of the bankruptcy.
American Farm Bureau Sets Policy Priorities for 2021
The nation’s largest farm and ranch organization capped off its recent annual meeting by adopting policies that will guide the organization through 2021.
Agribusiness Report 1/14
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 1/13
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture.
Agribusiness Report 1/12
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture.
Congress Passes Economic Relief Package, Agriculture Weighs In
Agricultural groups are reacting to the passage of an economic relief package by Congress this week.
$6 Billion in Trade, At Risk, With China
As the President-elect Joe Biden begins the process of setting up a cabinet, there are questions in agriculture relating to ongoing trade and tensions with China and how this could affect farmers and ranchers in the United States.
Lame-duck Request: Extend Temporary Tax Provisions for Agriculture
With only a handful of days remaining in the current 116th legislative session, groups like the American Farm Bureau Federation and others are urging Congress to extend temporary tax provisions.
Agricultural Alliance Addressing Potential Federal Climate Policy Proactively
An alliance of groups representing farmers, forest owners, the food sector, state governments, and environmental advocates today unveiled an unprecedented set of recommendations to guide the development of federal climate policy.
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.
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.
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.
Congress Working Toward Another Round of Financial Assistance
While members of the House are back home for district work this week, members of the Senate have been working towards another round of COVID-19 assistance.