2020 not only marks the year a global pandemic emerged, but also the largest wildfire season recorded in California history. The typical peak of fire season for California occurs between July and November when weather is hot and dry winds are frequent.
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As the historic events of 2020 unfold, AgAmerica’s Chief Economist Dr. John Penson has actively monitored the ongoing economic developments and their potential impact on U.S. agriculture.
In recent years, the increasing influence of young people who are advocating for social or political change is apparent. Combined with the growing involvement of youth within the agricultural community, these societal shifts will likely play a significant role in the outcome of the upcoming presidential election.
Sustainability is a buzzword increasingly thrown around in the world of agriculture. The topic of sustainable agriculture is multifaceted, broad, and rich with varying perspectives. The implementation of sustainable methods usually comes with a high initial cost for farmers and ranchers but can pay off tenfold by reducing operational expenses, creating additional revenue opportunities, and reversing the consequences of a changing climate. Fortunately, more resources are being created each year to support the sustainable future for U.S. agriculture.
For the second consecutive year, AgAmerica is honored to have made Inc. Magazine’s INC 5000 list. This year we’ve ranked #1498 with a growth rate of 294 percent among 5,000 of the fastest-growing privately held companies in the U.S. In our mission to serve the American Farmer, our team has witnessed substantial growth in both talent and volume. AgAmerica has continued to expand in order to better assist those who keep our world sustained, leading us to once again rank in INC. 5000’s list.
The volatile economic climate of 2020 has many farmers, ranchers, and landowners looking to secure their financial portfolio with low-risk investments rather than gambling collateral on high-risk stakes. Through COVID-19, rural real estate has consistently stood out as an outlier compared to the ups and downs of commercial, residential, and stock market investments.
Farm labor shortage was a prevalent topic for U.S. agriculture in a pre-pandemic world as securing adequate labor is an essential part of the industry. COVID-19 exacerbated farm labor shortages that already existed within U.S. agriculture and highlighted which sectors are most vulnerable within the U.S. domestic food supply system.
Since Phase One of the U.S.-China trade agreement was passed at the start of 2020, quite a bit has happened in the world. The accelerated progression of current events this year makes it challenging to stay on top of the latest news for U.S. agriculture—but particularly challenging to stay informed on the varying agricultural trade agreements and the progress that has been made for U.S. ag exports.
