Beef Market & Trade - The administration plans to lower consumer beef prices through increased beef imports [1] - The US imports about 12% of its beef, mainly hamburger, and exports 12% of high-value beef products [4][13] - Argentina's beef contribution is minimal, accounting for only one-tenth of 1% of the market [4] - Reduced cattle imports from Mexico (typically 120 万 cattle) due to screw worm and decreased imports from Brazil due to tariffs impact beef supply [5] Factors Affecting Beef Prices - Drought conditions have led to the smallest cattle herd in over 70 years, impacting beef supply [6] - It takes approximately 3 years to rebuild the cattle herd [7] - Packing plants, controlling about 90% of the industry, may be influencing beef prices [8] - Farmers receive $2 per pound for beef, while it sells for $15, indicating a significant margin for intermediaries [9] Geopolitics & Trade - The president considers a potential $20 billion or more bailout of Argentina, viewing it as a strategic move against China's influence in South America [11][12] - Allowing Argentina to sell beef in the US could replace some imports from Brazil and strengthen ties in South America [13] - Securing the border and lowering gas prices are seen as successes of the administration [16]

Political Landscape - Congressional Republicans are in disagreement with President Trump regarding cattle imports [1] - The disagreement represents a rare split between Republicans and President Trump [3] - Republicans are concerned about the potential impact on American cattle farmers [1][2] Trade Policy - President Trump considered importing more cattle from Argentina to help Argentina and lower beef prices [1] - The proposed policy change has triggered concern among American cattle farmers [1] Economic Impact - American cattle farmers fear that importing cattle would negatively impact them [1]

Most US ranchers backed Trump. Now, he's promising to help farmers in Argentina at their expense. It's a betrayal, writes @patricialopez_4 (via @opinion) https://t.co/X1QA4ecfyh ...

First, Donald Trump offered a $20 billion bailout to Argentina. Then, he floated another $20 billion. And now, he is looking to bail out the country by quadrupling the US government's annual purchase of Argentine beef. The move is designed to help lower food prices here at home. But it comes at the expense of American cattle farmers, a move that has Republicans very unhappy. Nebraska Senator Deb Fischer saying, quote, "Government intervention in the beef market will hurt our cattle ranchers who cannot affor ...

最关键是农机。今年机耕道串点成线，镇里大力推广农机。大伙儿见证了不少新鲜事：旋耕机翻耕土 地、无人机统一飞防施药，收割机、脱粒机接连上场…… 中秋过后，张潘池地里的农活拾掇利索了。稍闲下来，他细细算起了今年的收成。 张潘池是贵州省仁怀市长岗镇茅坡村农民，一辈子靠土地为生。今年他种了16亩高粱，"进仓1.5万斤， 比去年增产近2000斤！" 同样16亩土地，增产从何而来？ "茅坡茅坡，山多石多！"长期以来，茅坡村土地贫瘠，近四成土地石漠化。这两年，当地以农用地整治 为重点，推进高标准农田建设。"增收的秘诀，就藏在这土里。"张潘池说。 先说土壤。通过削高填低、归并零散地块，原本分散的"补丁田"变成了连片沃土。曾经在石头缝里刨生 计，如今土层厚实超30厘米，"土厚实了，高粱根系肉眼可见地粗壮，籽粒颗颗饱满！" 再看灌溉。以往村里浇灌高粱靠人挑马驮。如今高标准农田将灌溉渠修上山，接通了抽水管道。省了人 力，水源也有了稳定保障，乡亲们再没为水发过愁。加上今年雨水充沛，高粱产量创下近年新高。 "光耕地、除草就能省上千元人工费，种地轻松多了，时间较以往还节省一半以上。"张潘池满脸喜悦。 作为"八山一水一分田"的高原农业省份 ...

Trade War Impact - China's trade war actions are impacting US soybean farmers [1] - US soybean farmers are losing their biggest customer [1] Agriculture Sector - The impact is occurring as the soybean harvest gets underway [1]

Core Insights - The national autumn grain harvest has reached nearly 80% completion as of October 21, with specific crop progress showing nearly 80% for medium rice, over 80% for corn, nearly 90% for soybeans, and over 20% for double-crop late rice [2][3] Crop Progress - Medium rice harvest is nearly 80% complete [2] - Corn harvest has surpassed 80% [2] - Soybean harvest is approaching 90% completion [2] - Double-crop late rice harvest is over 20% [2] Regional Harvest Status - The Huang-Huai-Hai region has nearly 80% of its harvest completed [3] - Northeast, Southwest, and Northwest regions have also surpassed 80% completion [3] - The Yangtze River middle and lower reaches have nearly 70% completion [3] - The South China region has over 30% of its harvest completed [3]

U.S. cattle farmers are pushing back against President Donald Trump’s proposal to import beef from Argentina. It's his latest suggestion for propping up Argentina’s economy in support of his ally, Argentinian president Javier Milei.Read more: https://t.co/GNW7OxRq1KPhoto: Kevin Dietsch via Getty Images ...

Group 1: Harvest Progress and Techniques - In Heilongjiang's Shuangyashan City, over 90% of the autumn grain harvest has been completed, entering the final stages [1] - The harvest in Raohe County has seen an increase in yield, with an average of 1,000 pounds per acre this year, up from 900 pounds last year [3] - In Jixian County, advanced machinery is being used for simultaneous harvesting and land preparation, allowing for a 15-day head start for next spring's planting [5] Group 2: Agricultural Innovations and Automation - The use of deep plowing techniques is being emphasized to improve soil health, with a target plowing depth of over 30 centimeters [7] - In Baoqing County, a corn processing company has implemented an automated grain collection system, reducing the time for grain processing to 15 minutes [9][11] - In Hunan, new harvesting machines have been introduced, reducing grain loss by 2% compared to older models [15] Group 3: Regional Crop Management - In Hunan's Yuanjiang, over 1.9 million acres of late rice are being harvested, with a focus on timely drying and storage [13] - The drying center in Yuanjiang operates 24/7, capable of drying over 1,000 tons of grain daily, benefiting local farmers [17] - In Xinjiang's Turpan, 124,000 acres of cotton are being harvested, with a focus on quality and yield improvements through mechanization [20][26]

十月的西藏山南市加查县冷达乡共康村，格桑花开在田埂边，远处的群山层峦起伏，在这片海拔超过 3200米的土地上，金色的稻穗正随风摇曳，格桑花与水稻同框，构成了高原上少见的丰收景象。这里昼 夜温差大、灌溉条件受限、土壤肥力不足，让种植水稻几乎被认为不可能。然而，如今的田间传来一阵 阵歌声，当地村民身着民族服饰，手持镰刀，在高原秋阳下收割着沉甸甸的稻穗，亩产达到1100多斤， 这片土地再次刷新了人们对"高原农业"的认知。 香港七旬老人徒步六千公里 圆"迟到半个世纪"的长征梦 ...