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Jim Wiesemeyer

Jim Wiesemeyer is well known to Pro Farmer Members for his long tenure as Washington Bureau Chief for Pro Farmer. Now with agricultural consulting firm Informa Economics, formerly Sparks Companies, Inc., he is still offering his expertise and insight on farm policy, trade policy and Washington politics as a consultant to Pro Farmer. His Inside Washington Today column on AgWeb.com is a must-read item to keep up with the latest in Washington developments.

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Florida Citrus Growers Brace for Hurricane Milton as Forecasters Warn of ‘Complete Destruction’
Milton threatens to inflict wind damage in the northern two-thirds of Florida’s citrus belt this week, according to Commodity Weather Group. Orange juice futures rose up to 4.3% on Monday due to the threat to Florida’s citrus industry.
October 08, 2024 04:24 PM
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NY: Consumers, stock market, everyone contends with inflation
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USDA Aims to Boost Fair Competition and Lower Food Prices, Targeting Seed and Meat Industries
These actions are part of the Biden/Harris administration’s efforts to open new markets for farmers, provide more competitive choices, lower food costs for consumers and support small businesses and family farms
October 08, 2024 10:08 AM
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Members of the International Longshoremen's Association union stand outside Columbia Container Services on strike in Elizabeth, New Jersey
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East and Gulf Coast Dockworkers Now on Strike Over Wage Demands, Halting Key U.S. Cargo Shipments
Union head vows to stay on strike ‘as long as necessary’ as the first strike since 1977 halts the flow of goods, ranging from bananas to beef, pork and poultry to industrial materials, leading to potential shortages and price hikes.
October 01, 2024 12:22 PM
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Georgia Ports Authority
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Port Employers Exchange New Contract Offers with Longshore Union in Bid to Avert Strike
The group of terminal operators and ocean container lines said their new offer would increase wages by nearly 50%, triple employer contributions to union retirement plans, strengthen health care options, and retain the current language around automation and semi-automation.
October 01, 2024 07:57 AM
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Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Trump holds a campaign rally in Indiana, Pennsylvania
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Trump Threatens 200% Tariff If Deere Moves Manufacturing to Mexico
In response to John Deere’s recent announcement about moving some of its production to Mexico, Trump expressed concern about the impact on American workers, stating, “It’s hurting our country. It’s hurting our workers.”
September 23, 2024 08:39 PM
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Chances of a Strike at East Coast and West Coast Ports are Growing; Here’s How it Could Impact Farmers
While bulk grain exports would be largely unaffected, the strike would impact containerized agricultural exports: Soybeans, soybean meal, and other agricultural products exported via containers would be affected.
September 20, 2024 10:46 AM
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Docked cargo ships are loaded with shipping containers in Port Elizabeth, New Jersey
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As a Potential Strike at East Coast and Gulf Coast Ports Looms, Here’s What You Need to Know
The contract between the International Longshoremen’s Association and the United States Maritime Alliance is set to expire on Sept. 30. Negotiations between the two parties have stalled, raising concerns about a possible strike starting Oct. 1.
September 17, 2024 04:41 PM
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Harris-Trump presidential debate hosted by ABC in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Where Do Harris and Trump Stand On Ag Policy Issues?
The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) released the unedited responses from Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump to its questionnaire on federal agricultural policy.
September 13, 2024 04:57 PM
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Fallout from Francine: Hurricane Wreaks Havoc on Barge Traffic and Shutters Key Ports
Farmers in the southern U.S. rushed to harvest key crops like cotton and rice ahead of Francine’s arrival.
September 12, 2024 04:13 PM
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China’s Exports Surge Amid Weak Domestic Economy, Raising Global Concerns
China’s soybean imports reached a record high in August 2024, reflecting significant growth in the country’s demand for the oilseed, but meat imports declined.
September 12, 2024 10:30 AM
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