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Farmer sentiment improved in April as the Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer climbed 8 points to a reading of 148. The improvement in farmers’ sentiment was bolstered by increases in both the Index of Current Conditions, which rose 9

(WASHINGTON D.C. ) – This week, U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Chairman John Boozman (R-AR) announced the committee voted to advance the nominations of Judge Stephen Vaden to serve as Deputy Secretary of Agriculture

(WASHINGTON D.C.) — More than 15,000 USDA employees have taken one of the Trump administration’s two financial incentive offers to leave the agency, according to a readout from a USDA briefing with congressional staff seen by Reuters.

House leaders are delaying a planned Agriculture Committee markup that was tentatively set for this week as big issues remain for the GOP’s massive domestic policy bill, according to two Republicans granted anonymity to relay the decision

(FARGO, ND) — The rapid pace of planting for this spring continued last week with corn nearly doubling the previous week’s estimated number according to USDA. Nationwide, corn planting stands at 40% complete as of Sunday. That’s

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – A new study commissioned by Clean Fuels Alliance America shows the U.S. biomass-based diesel industry generated $42.4 billion in economic activity in 2024, supported 107,400 jobs and paid $6 billion in annual wages. The study,

The Fertilizer Institute released its list of public policy priorities for working with the Trump administration, regulatory agencies, and Congress. “We are already advocating strongly for policies that not only ensure the fertilizer industry can continue feeding

The National Farmers Union is holding a full week of events, programming, and meetings in Washington, D.C., and across the country to urge Congress to pass a comprehensive five-year farm bill and ease the burden on family

(Washington, D.C.) – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced the latest slate of presidential appointments for key Farm Service Agency (FSA) and Rural Development (RD) State Director roles. “When America’s farming communities prosper, the entire nation

(WASHINGTON D.C.) — Lawmakers are sending signals that a new farm bill isn’t certain in 2025. Reports say Republican lawmakers are considering adding Biden-era conservation programs into their party-line megabill that may have otherwise been in a

(WASHINGTON D.C.) — USDA Undersecretary for Trade nominee Luke Lindberg rebuffed repeated attacks by Senate Ag Committee Democrats on the president’s tariffs, predicting there will be trade wins for farmers. A day before the Senate narrowly failed

(CHICAGO, IL) — Bayer announced it is leaving the seed treatment equipment business in the U.S. to help bolster the company’s finances. Reuters says a spokesman confirmed in an email that Bayer was exiting the business, which

Grain markets will be watching May weather and planting progress closely, but that’s not the only story moving the trade. Stronger export demand and signs of a softer tone from the Trump administration on China are also

(WASHINGTON D.C.) — The Environmental Protection Agency released its final Insecticide Strategy that identifies practical protections for federally endangered and threatened species from the use of insecticides. At the same time, it also provides flexibility for pesticide

(DENVER, CO) —U.S. food and agricultural exports to Mexico have surged 65% over the past four years, making it the fastest growing export market for a host of American agricultural commodities and products. Mexico’s growth as a

(ARLINGTON, Va.) — The National Grain and Feed Association (NGFA) has joined with 38 other leading agricultural organizations in a unified call to Congress to prioritize the reauthorization of the nation’s surface transportation programs. In a letter sent

(OMAHA, NE) — The overall Rural Mainstreet Index fell below growth neutral for the 18th time in the past 19 months in March. When comparing 2025 farm income against 2024 farm income, only 3.7 percent of bankers

Over 20 state corn organizations and the National Corn Growers Association are formally calling on Ford Motor Company to reinstate its production of Flex Fuel Vehicles and reengage in advancing renewable fuel technologies that support rural America.

(WASHINGTON D.C.) — Leaders of both the National Corn Growers Association and the American Soybean Association expressed disappointment with a decision by the International Trade Commission affirming that Corteva Agriscience was harmed by imports of a critical herbicide

The U.S. and Mexico reached an agreement on how to handle a damaging livestock pest called New World screwworm. Reuters says the agreement was reached only after Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins threatened to limit Mexican cattle imports

USDA will lead a trade mission to Hong Kong from May 12-16 to enhance market access and expand American agricultural exports. The delegation includes more than three dozen agribusinesses, trade organizations, and representatives from five state departments