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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During a bilateral meeting on Thursday, U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai discussed with Mexico's Secretary of Economy Tatiana Clouthier various issues concerning energy and biotech corn.
Ag Policy
US Has Seen Consistent Growth in Ag Exports to Mexico Under NAFTA, USMCA
Over the 29 years of free trade, U.S. ag exports to Mexico increased both in terms of volume and value, although there were some years where growth was not positive.
June 16, 2023 02:00 PM
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Jim Wiesemeyer
Most farmers know that if they collect crop insurance, they are allowed in most cases to defer those proceeds for one year. But in many cases, they can't defer all of it.
Ag Policy
Farm Bill Will Not See an Increase in Funds
Senate Ag Chair Debbie Stabenow, (D-Mich.) says there will be no new funding for the 2023 farm bill. However, Stabenow stressed she will not allow a cut in conservation funding.
June 07, 2023 03:00 PM
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Jim Wiesemeyer
Farm Bill
Ag Policy
3 Reasons the Farm Bill is Behind Schedule
The Senate and House Ag committees are facing delays in drafting the next farm bill, and it is expected to be the most expensive farm bill to date, clocking in at around $1.5 trillion.
June 07, 2023 12:00 PM
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Jim Wiesemeyer
China's exports to Russia reached a record high in April, amounting to $9.6 billion.
Ag Policy
Ag Trade Between Russia and China Increased to 153% in April
China’s exports to Russia reached a record high in April, amounting to $9.6 billion.
May 30, 2023 10:01 AM
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Jim Wiesemeyer
Wind turbines - Illinois - Corn Field - Lindsey Pound
Ag Policy
Ag Will be Granted $11 Million to be Part of the Climate “Solution”
John Kerry, Special Presidential Envoy for Climate, says ag need to be “front and center” as the climate solution.
May 16, 2023 03:10 PM
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Jim Wiesemeyer
Farm Bill
Ag Policy
Lawmakers Meet with Biden to Discuss Farm Bill 2023
Rep. Thompson signaled he wants to hear “commitment from everyone, including the president, that we will get this done and in the manner I’ve been speaking about. Bipartisan, bicameral, on time and highly effective.’”
May 11, 2023 01:31 PM
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Jim Wiesemeyer
U.S. Monthly Trade
Ag Policy
U.S. Trade with the World Rose in March
Exports rose 2.1% in March from the prior month to a seasonally adjusted $256.2 billion while imports declined 0.3% to $320.4 billion, the Commerce Department said.
May 05, 2023 02:46 PM
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Jim Wiesemeyer
Lenders In the hearing seemed to agree on a boost to lending limits in USDA guaranteed loans as lawmakers ready for the next farm bill.
Ag Policy
Ag Bankers Stress Crop Insurance, Farm Lending Link in Senate Ag Hearing
Lenders In the hearing seemed to agree on a boost to lending limits in USDA guaranteed loans as lawmakers ready for the next farm bill.
May 05, 2023 01:00 PM
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Jim Wiesemeyer
Beef label
Ag Policy
Canada Warns on ‘Product of USA’ Regulation
Currently, foreign meat that is processed in U.S. plants can be labeled “Product of USA.” Arun Alexander, Canada’s deputy ambassador, isn’t convinced this is a good practice.
April 27, 2023 10:41 AM
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Jim Wiesemeyer
Water- Corn field - Scenic - Pomme de Terre River - Morris Minnesota-By Lindsey Pound
Ag Policy
4 Items EPA Discussed this Week that Will Impact Producers
Michael Regan, EPA administrator, appeared before the House Ag Committee on Wednesday to discuss everything from WOTUS to the farm bill. Here are the highlights that will directly impact producers.
April 20, 2023 01:36 PM
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