Agriculture news 14 august 2018

Here are some agriculture news headlines from August 14, 2018:

  1. USDA Reports Record Corn Yields: The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) reported that the 2018 corn crop is expected to yield a record 14.6 billion bushels, surpassing the previous record of 14.2 billion bushels set in 2016. (Source: Farm Futures)
  2. Trade War Impact on Agriculture: The ongoing trade war between the US and China is taking a toll on American farmers, with soybean exports to China plummeting by 90% in July compared to the same period last year. (Source: Bloomberg)
  3. Drought Hits Western US: A severe drought is affecting parts of the western United States, including California, Oregon, and Washington, which could impact the region's agricultural production and livestock industry. (Source: CNN)
  4. New Pesticide Approved for Use: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved a new pesticide, called sulfoxaflor, for use on crops such as corn, soybeans, and cotton. (Source: Agri-Pulse)
  5. Farm Bill Negotiations Continue: Congressional negotiators are working to finalize a new farm bill, which would provide funding for agricultural programs and subsidies to farmers. (Source: The Hill)
  6. African Swine Fever Outbreak in China: China has reported an outbreak of African swine fever, a highly contagious and deadly disease that affects pigs, which could have significant implications for the country's pork industry. (Source: Reuters)
  7. USDA Announces New Trade Aid Program: The USDA has announced a new trade aid program to help farmers affected by the trade war, which will provide up to $12 billion in assistance to farmers. (Source: USDA)
  8. Farmers' Mental Health a Growing Concern: A new study has found that farmers' mental health is a growing concern, with many farmers experiencing stress, anxiety, and depression due to the pressures of farming. (Source: The Guardian)
  9. New Technology for Crop Monitoring: A new satellite-based technology has been developed to help farmers monitor their crops and detect issues such as pests, diseases, and nutrient deficiencies. (Source: Agri-Pulse)
  10. Agricultural Exports to Mexico Increase: The value of US agricultural exports to Mexico has increased by 12% in the first half of 2018, driven by strong demand for products such as corn, soybeans, and wheat. (Source: USDA)

These are just a few of the agriculture news headlines from August 14, 2018. If you're looking for more information, I can try to provide you with additional resources or articles.