The U.S. ag industry has long been asking for H-2A Visa reform. Washington state Congressman Dan Newhouse says that Congress has been listening to their concerns for several years.
“So, we’re looking at ways that we can reform our Visa programs to better suit today’s agriculture so that the workers that we have can rest assured that they’re not going to be subject to some of the deportation activities,” Newhouse states.
He says that the border crisis in recent years led to push-back on labor reform, but the policies of the new administration are helping to reduce illegal encounters at the southern border.
“Last February, in 2024, there were over 140,000 illegal attempts to enter the country. This February, one year later, that number was down to 8,000.”
The numbers for March were even lower. New data this week from the Trump administration showed a 94% drop from last March.
AgriGold field agronomist Brett Leahr says the Midwest corn harvest this year shows how early-season water, late-season heat, drainage, and field topography can affect corn yields.
October 23, 2026 05:27 PM
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Association of Equipment Manufacturers’ SVP Curt Blades says lower farm income continues to weigh on tractor and combine sales as producers postpone major purchases. While recovery remains uncertain, he is optimistic heading into 2027.
October 23, 2026 03:53 PM
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The brand sold a record 63 million pounds of Prime beef even as fewer cattle qualified.
October 23, 2026 03:30 PM
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The projected $55.4 billion would surpass the previous government payment record set in 2020.
October 23, 2026 03:00 PM
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Texas Cattle Feeders Association says the extended closure took a toll on the state’s cattle industry.
October 23, 2026 02:00 PM
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The FIELDS program aims to expand domestic production and increase competition in the fertilizer industry.
October 23, 2026 01:00 PM
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