Ground beef hit a record $6.92 per pound as the U.S. cattle herd falls to a 75-year low, and Trump signed executive orders targeting beef industry reform.

The fair reported 303 animals or lots sold with a reported total of $1,070,006 (presenter said the figure "includes add ons"); average per-pound prices were given for steers ($8.85), goats ($16.98), sheep ($14.36) and swine ($11.13).

A Crop Report Plus presentation showed San Joaquin County's 2024 agriculture total economic contribution at about $7.5 billion — roughly $3.1 billion in farm production, $2.3 billion in local processing and $2 billion in multiplier effects — and supported nearly 36,000 jobs, underscoring the sector's local economic weight.

The Washington State Senate adopted Senate Resolution 8688 honoring dairy farmers and the state's dairy sector, citing historical notes, farm counts and economic impact. Multiple senators shared personal dairy-farm recollections before adoption by voice vote.

Dairy farms in Minnesota produce $1.6M annually, boosting local economies and employment.

Members flagged recent state statutes that increase allowed housing density as a risk to farmland and rural character; staff said dimensional standards such as street frontage and setbacks remain available to shape development in sensitive areas.

Montana officials discuss wilderness designation and crucial Farm Bill provisions for local farmers.

Agricultural Commissioner Melissa Cragin presented the 2024 crop and livestock report on Nov. 4, reporting a record gross production value of about $9.029 billion led by almonds, grapes and pistachios. A companion economic contribution report estimated agriculture's total contribution to the county economy at roughly $21.66 billion and directly sup

Participants discuss agricultural concerns and employee hiring delays at congressman's advisory meeting.

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Daggett County commissioners unanimously approved the Daggett County and Dutch John Rural Economic Blueprint after staff presented data updates and edits emphasizing agriculture, water and sewer improvements and school-enrollment concerns. Implementation will be coordinated by county staff with technical support from the consultant.