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CBP Seizes Over 6,000 Pounds of Smuggled Meat from China in Los Angeles Port U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agriculture specialists in Los Angeles made a significant seizure earlier this week, confiscating over 6,000 pounds of poultry and meat products illegally shipped from China. The shipment, falsely labeled as tilapia, included unmanifested swine, avian, and ruminant products—a major biosecurity …
Trump and Putin Meet in Alaska as Global Stakes Rise Over Ukraine and Rare Earth Minerals In a high-stakes diplomatic moment, President Trump and Russian President Putin are scheduled to meet today in Alaska, drawing global attention and reactions from nations with a vested interest in the outcome—China among them. The meeting comes amid heightened tensions surrounding the war in …
Farm Bureau Praises EPA’s Revised Diesel Exhaust Fluid Guidelines In a major win for farmers and transporters across the country, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced revisions to Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) guidelines for manufacturers of heavy trucks and off-road equipment. The move is being widely praised by the agricultural community, including the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF), which …
As global trade tensions escalate and domestic policy deadlines loom, grain markets are feeling the pressure. Beyond the latest USDA crop production numbers, key questions remain about how the agency will handle world demand estimates, especially amid ongoing tariff battles. “Beyond the crop production numbers, there remains a lot of questions regarding how USDA will handle world demand estimates, with …
As key agriculture programs approach expiration, tensions are rising in Washington over the next version of the farm bill. With the reconciliation bill having excluded several ag priorities, a 2025 farm bill battle appears inevitable this fall. “Several key agriculture programs that Republicans didn’t get in the reconciliation bill will expire soon. Punchbowl says a farm bill battle is coming …
The Georgia Beef Board is pleased to welcome Wyatt Doolittle as the new Checkoff Program Coordinator, bringing fresh energy and a strong background in cattle production, finance, and agriculture marketing to the role. We spoke with Wyatt to learn more about his background and what he’s looking forward to as he begins his work with Georgia’s cattle producers and consumers. …
Wall Street is already placing strong bets on the next move by the Federal Reserve. With no Federal Reserve Board meeting in August, all attention is focused on the September 16–17 meeting, and analysts are trading heavily on expectations of a September interest rate cut. “Wall Street analysts wasting no time Trading the likelihood of an interest rate cut in …
Following last week’s high-level Japanese tariff negotiations in Washington, D.C., a new chapter in the U.S.-Japan trade and investment agreement is taking shape—one that promises ongoing stability for U.S. red meat exports. According to U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) President and CEO Dan Halstrom, the finalized deal is a critical step in preserving long-term market access in one of the …
It’s a packed week ahead for Southeast farmers, with multiple field days and industry updates scheduled across Florida, Georgia, and Alabama. These events are essential for staying informed on the latest research, crop trends, and industry developments—especially for peanut and row crop producers. “Lots of important meetings coming up this week for farmers across the Southeast. First of all, on …
The U.S. agricultural trade deficit hit an all-time high in the first half of 2025, marking a significant and historic shift in America’s farm export dominance. For decades, the U.S. agricultural sector maintained a strong global position, consistently posting trade surpluses. But new data show that trend has reversed sharply in recent years. According to Bloomberg, “that only highlights American …
