Discover why crop insurance policies for forage are on the rise in the U.S. farming industry. Learn more about the significant 85% increase in enrollment since 2016.
USDA’s Monthly Dairy Products Report shows total cheese output, excluding cottage cheese, was 1.19 billion pounds, in October, 0.8% above October of last year and 3.9% above September.
House Ag Chair GT Thompson says, "We're probably going to need an extension," referring to the 2023 Farm Bill. U.S. consumers remain interested in plant-based meat alternatives, but higher prices have slowed purchases.
The USDA projected America’s food and agricultural exports will drop 12% through fiscal year 2026, caused by a global economic slowdown, inflation, higher interest rates, and the strong U.S. dollar.
While many farmers suffered crop losses, the deluge of storms has stirred hopes for a better water-supply after three years of severe drought and water cuts.
USDA’s Economic Research Service reports the ongoing Western drought is the most extreme in the region since 2000. The NASS and the NASDA celebrate 50 years of working together.
California’s pear production is slightly down from last year, but that’s not necessarily bad news. That’s because pear farmers are producing more on reduced acreage.
The USDA announced updates to crop insurance, in response to the needs of farmers, including organic producers, AND to support conservation of natural resources on ag land.