Collapse of WTO Negotiations May Lead to Farm Bill Extension
(Sep 29, 2006)
WTO dissapointments have put lawmakers drafting the next farm bill in a precarious situation. But World Trade Organization negotiations aren't the only thing affecting the future of American farm policy
Senators and Religious Leaders Call For Immigration Reform
(Sep 29, 2006)
At issue is what to do about undocumented immigrants, believed to number anywhere between 11 and 30 million, and how to create legislation that makes new laws enforceable.
Tainted Spinach Hurts Producers
(Sep 29, 2006)
According to the Perishables Group packaged spinach accounted for $293 million in sales last year. Tainted spinach has meant huge losses for farmers and retailers but Natural Selection Foods appears to be the biggest loser.
Lawmakers Battle Over Farm Relief
(Sep 29, 2006)
The proposed relief bill would provide as much as $6.5 billion to farmers, in addition to the more than $20 billion they will receive this year in government payments.
Market Analysis: Sep 29, 2006: Alan Brugler
(Sep 29, 2006)
The Agriculture Department released its quarterly stocks report this week.
Market Plus: Sep 29, 2006: Alan Brugler
(Sep 29, 2006)
Alan discusses the impact of index funds on the commodity markets.