As Trade War Simmers, US Soybean Shipments Hit One-Year Low
Shipments of American soybeans are at the lowest level since before the U.S.-China trade war in what could be a worrying sign for growers hoping for the Asian giant to accelerate purchases ahead of a trade deal.
Trump Budget Proposal Includes Cut in Crop Insurance Subsidies
President Donald Trump’s “I LOVE YOU!” tweet to farmers is facing another challenge: Budget cuts that will slash subsidies for crop insurance and small growers.
Farm Legislation Clears Congress, Moves to Trump’s Desk
The U.S. House on Dec. 12 passed a farm policy deal, clearing the five-year measure for President Donald Trump’s signature.
Growers Feel Strain of Truck Weight Limits
"Those of us in agriculture find it a little offensive that a fellow hauling containers can get an exemption [for a 100,000-pound truck] that an agricultural person cannot get." — Joe Boddiford, Georgia Peanut Commission
Rockfarm Acquires Stake in Global Distribution & Logistics
Rockfarm Supply Chain Solutions has acquired a majority interest in Global Distribution & Logistics to expand its global service offering, the buyer announced in a statement.
February 3, 2016