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USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce joined us on the Good Friday episode of Agriculture of America (AOA) to share some updates on a number of topics from USDA’s FPAC including some important reminders

Farmer sentiment improved in March as the Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer (AEB) Index rose from 116 points in February to 127 (see Figure 1). The Current Conditions Index increased by 6 points, while the Future Expectations Index increased by 14 points

MOLINE, Illinois (April 6, 2026) — Deere & Company (NYSE: DE) announced that it has reached a settlement agreement to resolve the multidistrict “right to repair” litigation pending in the United States District Court for the Northern

U.S. sales of E15 gasoline reached a record 1.52 billion gallons in 2025, up 23 percent from the previous year. According to the Renewable Fuels Association, growth was driven by more stations offering E15 and higher per-station

Geo-politics and outside influences has the grain markets waiting for direction to kick off the week.  The Presidents comments over the weekend have added to that marketing pressure.  Weather will pick up market attention as the first

MADISON, WIS. – World Dairy Expo® is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2026 Recognition Awards. Nominated and selected by their peers, these individuals have made remarkable contributions to the dairy industry and their communities. Honorees will

Are we on the cusp of a global food crisis amid concerns over fertilizer supply and price? Or is that idea being blown out of proportion? As we continue to watch global supply and price concerns over

SOUTH DAKOTA FARMERS UNION: March 27 the Trump administration announced a record increase to the renewable fuels mandate which could have a positive impact on South Dakota’s corn and soybean farmers because the crops are used to

February exports of U.S. pork were slightly higher year-over-year, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). While beef exports trended lower, due in large part to continued lack of

The Departments of Agriculture and Interior have recently announced plans to formalize collaboration between the two agencies when it comes to grazing on public lands. Shelby Hagenauer, senior director of government affairs at AFBF, shared context in Newsline

New data from USDA’s Economic Research Service show how each dollar Americans spend on food is divided across the supply chain — from farms to processors, shippers, retailers and restaurants. The takeaway is striking: farmers and ranchers

You just can’t keep the cattle market down, as it shifted gears mid-morning to push back into positive territory. Cash trade remains slow heading into the holiday weekend, though some $245 sales have been noted. In the

A surge in oil prices will hit farmers right in the bottom line, according to a new study from Kansas State University. New estimates suggest a $90-per-barrel market, which could significantly raise production costs across the board.

WASHINGTON, April 1, 2026 – The National Oilseed Processors Association (NOPA), the American Soybean Association (ASA), and the U.S. Canola Association (USCA) welcome the American Heart Association’s (AHA) new 2026 Dietary Guidance to Improve Cardiovascular Health, which explicitly names soybean

Donald Trump is set to address the nation tonight in primetime, though the topic remains unclear. While many expect comments to focus on the ongoing tensions with Iran, whether it signals an escalation or a move toward

Washington, D.C. – On Tuesday, the National Association of Wheat Growers (NAWG) urged the United States International Trade Commission to revoke countervailing duty (CVD) orders on phosphate fertilizers from Morocco and Russia, citing significant economic harm to

VALLEY CITY, N.D. – Senator John Hoeven today marked the grand opening of the Columbia Grain Pulse Processing Plant in Valley City. The 11,000 sq. ft. facility has the capacity to process 40,000 tons of pulse crops

DENVER, CO  – The American Sheep Industry Association (ASI) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mike Michener as its new Executive Director. Michener brings more than 35 years of leadership across agriculture, food systems, and public

EPA Regional Administrator for the Mountains and Plains Region (Region 8) Cyrus Western, joined Jesse Allen for a conversation on today’s Agriculture of America (AOA) program to discuss last week’s announcements regarding diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) and

Markets are reacting to the latest numbers from the United States Department of Agriculture Prospective Plantings report, showing a clear shift in acreage. Corn is expected to come in around 95.3 million acres, down from last year,