Farming Reports Archives

The Positive Momentum of U.S. Sustainable Soy

April 2024. The ten-year history and growth of international U.S. soy shipments verified by the U.S. Soy Sustainability Assurance Protocol (SSAP).

U.S. Sustainable Agriculture: Policies, Laws, and Programs

March 2024. This new publication from the U.S. Sustainability Alliance is an essential guide to the laws, policies, and programs that govern and guide U.S. sustainable agriculture. Divided into four distinct areas, the report covers the key dates and events, regulatory developments, and government funding and assistance programs in soil health, water, climate change, and biodiversity.

Feeding the Economy

March 2024. An annual study on the economic impact of the food and agriculture industries in the United States.

The 2022 Census of Agriculture

February 2024. Published once every five years, the U.S. Census of Agriculture is the leading source of uniform, comprehensive agricultural data for every state and county or county equivalent. Containing more than six million data points, the Census provides valuable insights into industry changes and trends, covering demographics, economics, agricultural practices, land use, and other important aspects of farming and ranching in the United States.

Issues, Trends, Tools & Surprises – 2024

February 2024. Recent and upcoming trends and issues that affect the global food system, from extreme weather events to artificial intelligence and next-gen genetics.

The 2023 U.S. Soy Sustainability Overview: Partners for a Better Tomorrow

February 2024. A look at the check-off funded partnerships helping U.S. soy farmers advance sustainability on the farm, across the food chain, and in other industries.

2023 Annual Report: Defining California’s Rice Footprint

January 2024. An overview of the California rice industry’s work in 2023 in areas ranging from water quality and wildlife conservation to trade and policy.

The State of Gender Equity in U.S. Agriculture

February 2024. A synthesis of research into gender equality in U.S. agriculture, from the barriers facing women farmers to proposed solutions to overcome them.

The 2023 Almond Almanac

December 2023. A comprehensive overview of California’s almond industry, including market data, sustainability, and research initiatives.

America’s Farms and Ranches at a Glance: 2023 Edition

December 2023. The latest statistics on America’s farms and ranches, from production to financial performance, based on an annual survey.

The Materials Market Report 2023

December 2023. The Textile Exchange’s tenth annual report on trends and sustainability efforts in global fiber production.

U.S. Agricultural Policy Review, 2022

November 2023. A review of developments in U.S. agricultural policy in 2022.