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Rising fertilizer costs are once again tightening margins for U.S. farmers, but new data and industry reaction suggest the problem runs deeper than a single season—raising concerns about long-term supply, market structure, and the future of U.S.

Higginsville, MO – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins, speaking in Missouri, announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture is expanding disaster assistance for agricultural producers by issuing a second round of payments through the Supplemental Disaster

A quiet end of the week in the grain trade on Friday. We are joined by StoneX Senior Commodities Economist Mike Castle who breaks down the grain market trade to finish the week and provides thoughts on

The cattle complex found some support in futures on Friday while this week’s cash trade was steady to about $2 lower. Rumors continue to play an underlying role in the cattle markets while the grains search for

WASHINGTON (April 24, 2026) – The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), and its nationwide network of state affiliates, concluded its 2026 Legislative Conference this week, bringing together cattle producers from across the country to advocate for policy solutions

The leader of the National Corn Growers Association this week called out several major companies trying to derail legislation that would allow for the year-round sale of fuels with 15% ethanol blends, also referred to as E15.

The USDA is planning changes to its crop reporting process after a sharp decline in farmer participation raised concerns about data reliability. Officials say response rates for the agency’s March 31 planting intentions report fell to 37.6

The United States Supreme Court is set to hear oral arguments on April 27 in Durnell v. Monsanto, a closely watched case involving allegations that exposure to the herbicide Roundup caused cancer. The lawsuit, brought by a Missouri

(Washington, D.C., April 23, 2026) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Research, Education, and Economics (REE) Mission Area today announced a reorganization and leadership restructuring to better align its work with USDA priorities, improve operational efficiency, and deliver

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-NE), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, questioned U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins on how the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) can deliver disaster assistance faster, including improving Farm Service

BISMARCK, N.D. – Over the last three decades, domestic onion production costs have risen sharply from $1,876 per acre in 1992 to $6,438 in 2025. American onion growers operate under some of the strictest labor, safety, and

KC wheat is leading the complex higher today as weather concerns return to the market trade while corn and soybeans are quiet. Mike Castle, Senior Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us for analysis and perspective in our

The NTCA, or The Rural Broadband Association, is applauding congressional passage of the Rural Broadband Protection Act, which aims to strengthen oversight of providers seeking federal broadband funding. The measure, already approved by the Senate, now heads

(WASHINGTON D.C.) — Congressman David Scott (D-GA), the first black chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, has died at the age of 80. A 12-term Congressman, Scott was a leading voice for Democrats on farm and food

National Corn Growers Association President Jed Bower says the cost of fertilizer is “completely out of sight” for American farmers — and two new national surveys are backing up what he has been telling Washington for years:

Soybeans found support from strong gains in soyoil, helping lift the complex on the day. Weather remains a key factor, with ongoing dryness in the Western Corn Belt, while a system moving in could bring much-needed rain

As the House gears up for a floor vote soon the Farm Bill, we get an update on the process along with perspective on key provisions, the concern about fertilizer and input prices, year-round E15 legislation and

Markets are mixed at midday on Wednesday as we search for direction in the headlines. Arlan Suderman with StoneX joins us to discuss in our Market Talk Midday Commentary for Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026. ***Always remember the

Labor shortages continue to challenge U.S. specialty crop growers, raising concerns about production, harvest timing and rising costs across the sector. According to The New York Times, some crops have gone unharvested due to worker shortages. The

New developments are emerging in 2026 around the Department of Justice’s ongoing investigation into the largest meat processors in the United States, renewing focus on long-standing questions about competition within the cattle market. The renewed attention follows

Weather maps and declining winter wheat conditions grabbed market attention, while a strong move in soybean oil helped lead the soybean complex higher. Beans found support from that strength in soyoil, even as trade keeps an eye