Research ties rising farm wages to growing dependence on ag imports

Researchers say the cost of farm labor is directly linked to the amount of fresh produce the U.S. imports. Michigan State University ag labor specialist Zach Rutledge has been analyzing the correlation between farm wages and ag imports into the U.S. over the past three decades. “When wages rise, we are seeing that statistically linked to the…… Continue Reading

Three new cases of HPAI found in LaGrange County, Indiana

Three new cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza have been detected in LaGrange County, Indiana. The Indiana State Board of Animal Health says the latest cases have been confirmed on two commercial meat duck operations and a commercial egg laying facility. In total, more than 35,000 birds have been depopulated.  A 6.2-mile control area and…… Continue Reading

Farm Bureau: Trump likely to keep using tariffs

A senior director of government relations says tariffs will likely remain part of President Trump’s trade strategy, regardless of the U.S. Supreme Court decision. Dave Salmonsen with the American Farm Bureau Federation tells Brownfield tariffs bring countries to the negotiating table. “We’ve seen deals with the United Kingdom and several of the countries in Southeast…… Continue Reading

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