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We see mixed to higher action in corn and wheat while soybeans continue to struggle. Meantime, we have new Consumer Price Index data to discuss and we see a mixed tone in livestock trade. Arlan Suderman from

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-NE) reintroduced the Haulers of Agriculture and Livestock Safety (HAULS) Act to strengthen the transportation of America’s agricultural products. “Nebraska’s farmers and ranchers feed and fuel our world, but burdensome regulations make it harder for their

WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) pushed the Trump Administration to ramp up their avian flu response as the first dairy herd in Wisconsin tested positive for avian flu in Dodge County earlier this

WASHINGTON – Today, The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers & Trainmen and The Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employees representing 53 percent of the unionized workforce at the Union Pacific Railroad and Norfolk Southern Corporation, announced their opposition to

When geopolitical analyst and podcaster Jacob Shapiro discussed the future of agriculture with farmers and ranchers during the 110th South Dakota Farmers Union State Convention, the picture he painted was not a rosy one. “I’m here to tell

WASHINGTON — U.S. Sens. John Thune (R-S.D.) and Tina Smith (D-Minn.) today introduced the Trade Cheating Restitution Act of 2025, legislation that would support American honey producers and producers of other commodities, like crawfish, garlic, and mushrooms, who have

Rumors were confirmed this week with reports of China canceling some U.S. wheat purchases, adding pressure to the wheat market just as weather concerns build in key growing regions where questions remain about proper crop dormancy, but

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway announced that the country of China has filed a lawsuit against her, the Show Me State, U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt, and former Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey. China

We see mixed to lower action in Wednesday’s market trade with soybeans under pressure once again. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss the market action, the latest on crude oil and more

America’s sheep industry faces increasing pressure from imported lamb, which threatens the stability and the future of domestic producers. ASI members have made it clear that immediate federal action is critical to restoring fair competition and protecting

Wheat and crude oil continued to lead the trade, with energy markets reacting to reports of some oil shipments turning around that were headed to Venezuela. In the grain pits, corn and soybeans remain under supply pressure

(WASHINGTON D.C.) — On Monday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act of 2025. The Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act provides schools with the flexibility to offer flavored and unflavored

WASHINGTON, D.C.—As the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) heard testimony today on its Section 301 investigation into China’s implementation of the Phase One trade agreement, Growth Energy’s written comments highlighted significant shortfalls in Chinese purchases of U.S. ethanol and other agricultural commodities, and urged the administration

It’s fair to say that 2025 has been a year of meaningful progress for agriculture, on top of some very big challenges. Farm Bureau helped farmers and ranchers across the country navigate the roller coaster ride. From

Are consumers souring on sugar? Perhaps so. One bit of evidence came from New York Jets edge rusher Jermaine Johnson. In preparing to face the Baltimore Ravens, the rusher said he had been “staying off sugary drinks

(WASHINGTON D.C.) — The Trump administration isn’t likely to finalize the 2026 biofuel-blending quotas before the end of 2025. Three sources close to the situation told Reuters that this will only extend uncertainty over a policy closely

(RIVERSIDE, CA) — JBS announced plans to close one of its facilities outside of Los Angeles, California. The plant reportedly prepares beef for sale in U.S. grocery stores. The world’s largest meat company announced the closure late

The latest COT report sparked some reaction across the grain markets as traders adjusted positions, while China was back in the market with additional grain purchases. South American weather is adding another layer of uncertainty, with some

EPA announced that two local governments in Region 8 will receive more than $8.3 million through the Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling program, a federal initiative aimed at strengthening post-consumer materials management and creating more resilient recycling

With a warm up on the way this week, could that mean a sloppy and muddy mess just in time for Christmas? Also, what do some of the longer range models show us as we move into