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President Donald Trump, citing pressure from the agriculture and hospitality sectors, says farmworkers who are in the country illegally shouldn’t be deported and reiterated that the administration would be taking action on the issue. “We’re going to

The country’s top land managers testified before U.S. senators last week to defend sweeping budget cuts for the nation’s public lands and a plan to sell 3.3 million acres managed by the Forest Service and Bureau of

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) today sent a letter to U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins asking her to develop a framework for reinstating Mandatory Country of Origin Labeling (MCOOL) for beef. “Our American producers work hard

(WASHINGTON D.C.) — The Environmental Protection Agency released its proposed renewable volume obligations (RVOs) for 2026 and 2027, which prioritizes domestically produced renewable fuels over imports.  Biofuel groups like the Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) welcomed the release, praising President

(WASHINGTON D.C.) — On Friday, the Environmental Protection Agency released its proposed renewable volume obligations (RVOs) for 2026 and 2027, which prioritizes domestically produced renewable fuels over imports. Multiple biofuel and agriculture groups have shared their reaction

The major escalation between Israel and Iran is concerning on many levels including the global fertilizer markets. Is this something that will have immediate impacts or does the situation simply need to be watched? Josh Linville, VP

Rabobank says milk production grew modestly across the Big Seven exporting regions in the U.S. during Q1, expanding by 0.5 percent year-over-year. In total, RaboResearch forecasts 2025 milk production from the Big Seven at 326.7 million metric

(WASHINGTON D.C.) — As the Senate continues their reconciliation process this week, multiple ag groups have applauded the provisions included by the Senate Agriculture Committee in their text to be included in the wider budget reconciliation package.

(WASHINGTON D.C.) — Lower U.S. corn ending stocks and no change to South American crop production were some of the key highlights in the latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates from the USDA. According to the

(WASHINGTON D.C.) — On Wednesday, U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Chairman John Boozman (R-AR) released the committee’s legislative text for the budget reconciliation package. Chairman Boozman says it will rein in runaway spending in the Supplemental

(Des Moines, IA) — A bill restricting the use of eminent domain for carbon capture pipelines is being vetoed. Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds argued the bill, House File 639, would threaten the state’s energy reliability, economy, and

Milwaukee (June 11, 2025) – According to recent data from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), Canadian sales of combines rose 15.7% in May 2025 compared to May 2024, while sales of 4-wheel-drive tractors jumped 35.6% year-to-date. U.S. sales dropped

Brazil’s 2024-2025 corn harvest is expected to be the second largest in the country’s history, with a projected five million bushels. The National Supply Company (Conab), the country’s food supply and statistics agency, says the volume is

WESTFIELD, Ind. — A main driver of yield, finding the correct nitrogen balance is critical — especially this season. “In a year like this where we’re looking to cut costs but not lose yield, it’s important to

The World Organization for Animal Health has officially adopted a new vaccine standard for African Swine Fever (ASF), marking a pivotal step in global efforts to control the disease. The standard was agreed upon during WOAH’s 92nd

ST. LOUIS — As spring breathes new life into the fields, soybean farmers across the U.S. kick off another growing season. This crucial time lays the foundation for a successful crop, with many farmers carefully evaluating market conditions. According

Bayer executives have been warning in recent weeks that after losing billions of dollars to Roundup case settlements and jury awards, they may be ready to give up the fight and get out of the glyphosate business.

WASHINGTON, June 9, 2025—Today, the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) released the updated Dairy Delivers® report, reaffirming the U.S. dairy industry’s immense contributions to the nation’s economy and quality of life for American families and communities. According

Due in part to a sharp decline in shipments to China, April exports of U.S. beef and pork trended lower than a year ago, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export

GILTNER, Neb. — Farmers know better than anyone the pressures of working with razor-thin margins. Rising input costs, fluctuating commodity prices and increasing demands on time and labor are real challenges that make every decision critical. To help

OLATHE, Kansas – John Deere (NYSE: DE) announced today the launch  of its new F8 and F9 Series self-propelled forage harvesters (SPFHs), designed and  built from the ground up with customer input to elevate forage performance, fuel