The American Soybean Association recently submitted comments on the Section 301 tariffs to the United States Trade Representative during the 30-day open comment period. USTR recently initiated an investigation under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 into the government of China’s acts, policies, and practices related to technology transfer, intellectual property, and innovation. A slew of tit-for-tat tariffs …
Trump Exploring Exports Under RFS, Scaling Back Hardship Waivers, E15 Sales
The Trump Administration will scale back hardship waivers under the Renewable Fuel Standard, according to Reuters. A source tells Reuters that the move includes counting ethanol exports towards biofuel usage quotas set under the RFS. The move seeks to ease tension between the oil and corn industries which have been at odds for months regarding the RFS, including multiple White …
OTA Comments on USDA Halting Organic Checkoff Proposal
The Department of Agriculture has stopped consideration of a national organic checkoff program. The Agricultural Marketing Service published the proposal this week to terminate the rulemaking for the organic checkoff. USDA says the decision is “based on uncertain industry support” for the program and “substantive issues” with the proposed program. The Organic Trade Association however says the USDA actions reflects …
Farmers Union Urges USDA to Proactively Address Farm Suicide Crisis
The National Farmers Union says many farmers and ranchers are coping with alarming levels of stress, and that farmers and ranchers commit suicide at a rate five times that of the general population. In a letter to Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue, NFU President Roger Johnson urged the Department of Agriculture to “develop a response to the farm suicide crisis.” Johnson …
Equipment Sales Sluggish, but Positive
The latest monthly tractor and combine sales report from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers shows increased combine sales. U.S. retail sales of combines jumped almost 59 percent last month, compared to April of 2017. However, total tractor sales in the U.S. rose less than one percent, versus this time last year. AEM Senior Vice President of Ag Services Curt Blades …
Agri View: Expanding Beef Exports to Japan
Everett Griner talks about beef exports to Japan in today’s Agri View. Everett explains how the exports of beef to Japan grew last year and what consumer groups are targeting for Japan this year. Expanding Beef Exports to Japan When you talk, or hear, about farm exports you usually think of China. That is reasonable. But pay some attention to …
U.S. Peanut Export Update
While exports of U.S. peanuts are down for the year thus far, Tyron Spearman reports peanut butter exports are up. U.S. Peanut Export Update Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or …
Gulf Coast Conservation Program in Alabama
USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Alabama reminds landowners that funding is available to address conservation along Alabama’s gulf coast. Applications are due by May 28, 2018 for the Gulf Coast Conservation Reserve Program (GCCRP). Gulf Coast Conservation Program in Alabama Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
Florida Easement Restoration Applications are Due Friday
USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Florida is seeking assistance to complete restoration work of degraded wetlands, floodplains and forestlands. But proposals from qualified individuals and organizations must be received by May 18, 2018. Florida Easement Restoration Applications are Due Friday Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
Georgia Cotton Commodity Commission Accepting Nominations
The Georgia Agricultural Commodity Commission for cotton is accepting nominations to fill two board positions. Georgia Cotton Commission Executive Director Richey Seaton runs through the nomination requirements. Georgia Cotton Commodity Commission Accepting Nominations Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, …