Yakima Gas and Diesel Prices Diverge by Tracker
AAA’s latest Yakima metro check shows regular gas easing daily but rising weekly, while diesel posts a larger weekly increase despite a daily drop.
Agriculture
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China, U.S. Consult on Proposed Tariff Cuts Covering $30 Billion Each
China and the United States are consulting stakeholders on proposed tariff reductions covering about $30 billion in products per side, but no tariff schedule is final.
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EU Finalizes Emergency Farm Support as Fertilizer Costs Rise
EU governments have approved faster CAP tools and €540 million in targeted aid, but national rules will determine when farmers receive support before 2027 planting decisions.
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FTC settlement could expand farmers’ right to repair John Deere equipment
A proposed FTC order would give farmers and independent repair shops access to dealer-level John Deere repair tools for 10 years, pending court approval.
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New Utah study links Great Salt Lake dust to food and human exposure pathways
A peer-reviewed Utah study found potential digestion and crop pathways for Great Salt Lake dust, but no proof of unsafe food or documented illness.
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Missouri farmers can seek federal recovery aid after July flooding
Missouri producers affected by July flooding should report losses promptly. USDA programs may help, but deadlines, documentation and eligibility rules apply.
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Burdett-area travel may benefit from $20.255 million Pawnee County road grant
A $20.255 million federal BUILD grant, plus a $2 million Kansas investment, will support planned road improvements in Pawnee and Stafford counties. The work is outside Burdett city limits but could affect regional agricultural freight, commuting and emergency access.
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Darlington zoning hearing will consider firewood processing and construction-services operation
Harford County has scheduled a public hearing for Case 6047 on August 19 concerning proposed firewood processing and distribution and construction services at 3740 Smith Road in Darlington. No approval has been granted.
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Connecticut farmers can apply for share of $52.9 million severe-weather recovery grant
Connecticut farmers with documented 2023 or 2024 weather losses should prepare records now for a state grant program expected to open its first application round in early fall.
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Federal Colorado River framework could mean deeper water pressure for Arizona
A federal environmental review released July 31 outlines potential Colorado River reductions of up to 3 million acre-feet a year for Arizona, California and Nevada, but binding rules and Arizona’s exact share remain unresolved.
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Salinas Gas Rises to $5.778; Diesel Eases to $6.834
AAA’s Aug. 1 Salinas metro averages show regular gas rising to $5.778 and diesel easing to $6.834, with both still above week-ago levels.
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Modesto Gas Holds Near $5.46 as Diesel Rises to $6.78 on Aug. 1
Modesto CA – AAA’s Aug. 1 metro check shows regular gas nearly flat at $5.457 while diesel rises to $6.781, with both above month- and year-ago averages.
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Hanford Gas Rises to $5.49 as Diesel Eases to $6.60
Hanford-Corcoran regular gas rose slightly to $5.49 while diesel eased to $6.60 in AAA’s latest check, with both fuels still well above last year.
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Salinas Gas and Diesel Prices Higher Than a Week Ago
AAA’s July 31 Salinas metro averages show regular gas at $5.763 and diesel at $6.840, with both fuels above their week-ago levels.
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April Freeze Cuts Sewell Peach Picking; USDA Loans Available
Duffield’s in Sewell will skip peach picking in summer 2026 and expects half its usual apple crop after the April freeze; eligible growers can seek USDA loans.
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Utah Names Hannah Freeze Great Salt Lake Commissioner Amid Water-Use Debate
Utah’s new Great Salt Lake commissioner brings agricultural water-conservation experience to a statewide coordination role now drawing scrutiny over alfalfa and water use.
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Gilman’s $250 Million Incobrasa Expansion Is Complete
Incobrasa completed its Gilman expansion with a 170,000-square-foot plant, solar array, nearly doubled capacity and a 40-job commitment.
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Arizona Supreme Court ruling may lower values for orchards, vineyards
A July 24 Arizona Supreme Court ruling limits separate crop valuations for qualifying agricultural property, which could lower taxable values for some owners.
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Carrizo Springs ranchers should watch screwworm rules closely
Texas’ screwworm response is still active, and Carrizo Springs ranchers and pet owners should watch wounds, movement rules, and reporting steps.
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White House declares fertilizer emergency, suspends some Morocco duties
United States Breaking National Politics – The White House says the temporary move is meant to keep phosphate fertilizer available for U.S. farmers.
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Lea County screwworm case keeps Lovington-area ranchers on alert
Lovington NM – New Mexico confirmed its first New World screwworm case in Lea County on June 9, 2026. Here’s what owners should do now.
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White House trims tariffs on farm, HVAC and some industrial equipment
The White House cut tariffs on some farm and HVAC equipment and parts of industrial machinery, effective June 8, through Dec. 31, 2027.