u.s. economy

Discover why California walnut growers are facing challenges, impacting both organic and conventional markets.

**During its annual meeting of the delegates last month, the American Farm Bureau Federation ratified its 2022 AFBF Policy Book, which dictates the legislative direction Farm Bureau takes as an organization on the federal level. The grassroots policy process is especially significant this year as 2023 farm bill discussions ramp up...

CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange division says trade uncertainty, rising debt levels, and market volatility are threatening to derail the global economy.

** An extension business management specialist says building employer leadership will help ensure farm operations successfully recruit and retain ag labor. Betty Berning with the University of Minnesota tells Brownfield a strong U.S. economy has resulted in a dwindling workforce for many farmers, especially those in dairy and specialty crop production...

Following the announcement of an agreement in the Trans-Pacific Partnership talks, many agriculture organizations approved of the trade deal, despite many details yet to be made public. The full text will be available shortly by President Obama’s Administration and trade negotiators...