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US–EU Trade Deal

On August 21, the U.S. and European Union announced a new framework agreement outlining the direction of transatlantic trade policy. While many details remain to be worked out, the agreement includes important provisions for industrial goods, agriculture, and supply chains.  Key takeaways: 

Jobs Report Fallout: BLS Shakeup Raises Credibility Concerns 

By Rachel Pick  President Trump’s firing of Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Commissioner Erika McEntarfer, just hours after a disappointing July jobs report, has sparked widespread concern over the politicization of federal economic data. The report showed just 73,000 new jobs added, far below expectations, and market expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut at […]

Two USDA Positions Confirmed by the Senate 

By Matt Mika and Frida Mendez, DCLRS  Luke Lindberg, nominated to serve as Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs, was confirmed by the Senate by a vote of 77-18. His confirmation fills a critical role in guiding USDA’s international engagement and trade strategy.   Tyler Clarkson, nominated to be General Counsel of the U.S. […]

Reciprocal Tariffs to Take Effect as Executive Order Expands U.S. Trade Strategy

Over the past week, the Trump administration has announced a flurry of trade-related decisions and agreements. We wanted to provide you with a brief update on the latest developments and share the key information we currently have available.  On the eve of August 1, the Trump Administration announced the continuation of its Reciprocal Tariff Program. […]

Tariff Update: Where Things Stand Ahead of August 1 Deadline 

By Kamron Newberry   There’s been a flurry of trade and tariff activity over the past week, much of it announced by President Trump through his Truth Social account. These announcements have included new tariff levels for dozens of countries, threats of increased tariffs on Mexico and Canada, and a planned 50% tariff on copper under […]

Showcase Your Operation to Congress with Help from AmericanHort 

By Rachel Pick  Now is the time to showcase your business to a Member of Congress. AmericanHort is here to support you every step of the way. Hosting a Congressional visit is a powerful way to highlight your operation, share your story, and elevate key industry issues directly with policymakers.  Start by reaching out to […]

FY26 Appropriations Advance with Focus on EPA and Pesticide Programs 

By Frida Mendez, DCLRS  The FY 2026 appropriations process is gaining momentum this week, with the Senate scheduled to mark up its Interior bill today and growing anticipation around the Labor-HHS-Education markup. On the House side, the Appropriations Committee has posted its draft FY 2026 Interior-Environment report ahead of tomorrow’s markup, offering a preview of […]

From Scholar to Problem Solver

The HortScholar program helped Dr. Josh Henry find his calling Josh Henry, Technical Services Specialist with Ball Seed, has a real passion for helping growers do what they do best—produce the most amazing crops possible. His time spent as a HortScholar early in his career helped solidify his drive to educate and inform industry members. […]

Navigating Business Planning Amid Tax Uncertainty

 By Tommy Irvine, Lead Agriculture Advisor, Pinion Major tax changes are on the horizon. With key provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act set to expire in 2025, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 1 – the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The bill still needs to be passed by the Senate, which will […]