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(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

Soybean oil is the leader at midday Tuesday while wheat is quiet even with poor crop ratings in the Plains. Mike Castle, Senior Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss the latest market moves in our

Surprising tales from America’s past trace how an insatiable appetite for meat led to both remarkable innovation and tangled economic conflicts that continue to shape the country’s future. Historian and author Maureen Ogle joins us for a

MANHATTAN, Kan. – Rising and falling gasoline prices are not only affecting what Kansans pay at the pump, but also shaping demand for biofuels and the outlook for key agricultural commodities. As demand for biofuel grows, experts

The latest USDA Crop Progress report shows planting moving ahead of average, with 11% of the corn crop and 12% of soybeans now in the ground. Spring wheat planting is also underway at 12% complete. However, winter

Rains across the Eastern Corn Belt are likely to slow planting progress, while dry conditions continue to dominate the Western Corn Belt. Markets remain tied to headlines, with ongoing uncertainty surrounding the Strait of Hormuz adding volatility.

The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) conducted a U.S. Red Meat Symposium, April 14-17 in Mexico City, allowing U.S. exporters to meet face-to-face with importers and other prospective customers from throughout Mexico. We hear from Dr. June

We had some intense severe weather last week across parts of the Midwest and now many are seeing cold temperatures to start this week. What exactly is going on with our current weather pattern in the U.S.

ALEXANDRIA, VA – APRIL 20, 2026 – As the United States agriculture industry enters the upcoming growing season, the National Agricultural Aviation Association (NAAA) asks all uncrewed aircraft system (UAS) operators (or drones) to be mindful of