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USDA releases food inflation forecast

USDA releases food inflation forecast

Following highs during the pandemic, the Food Price Outlook indicates a rise in food inflation. 
Thanksgiving dinner costs down 4%

Thanksgiving dinner costs down 4%

According the Farm Bureau’s annual survey, this feast remains affordable at $5 per person.
Self-reflection during a dry year

Self-reflection during a dry year

In an extremely dry year, Oamek and his neighbor have the opportunity to see a side-by-side comparison of irrigated vs. dryland pasture yield.
Irrigation water providers stay ahead of COVID-19 curve

Irrigation water providers stay ahead of COVID-19 curve

An impromptu survey about COVID-19 response policies of two water providers yields coronavirus best management practices.
Looking ahead – Recovery & rebuilding

Looking ahead – Recovery & rebuilding

The IA is working with Congress and the administration to promote investment in programs that will build the road to recovery.
Survey provides insight  into on-farm challenges & decision-making

Survey provides insight into on-farm challenges & decision-making

Breaking down Western water issues in light of the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service Irrigation and Water Management survey