
Hoeven: Grand Farm to Manage Nationwide USDA AgTech Network
WHEATLAND, N.D. – Senator John Hoeven today announced that Grand Farm will serve as the National Program Manager for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Proving Grounds Network for AgTech (NPG-Ag). In addition, Grand Farm will be the first proving ground in

Geopolitics Drive Risk-Off Tone as Weather Pressures Wheat
There’s some concern that this week’s World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report could take a back seat as geopolitical tensions continue to dominate the headlines. Ongoing global uncertainty is contributing to a broader risk-off mindset in

USDA Finalizes Historic Regulatory Reform in National Environmental Policy Act Final Rule
(Washington, D.C., April 7, 2026) — Today, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has finalized a rule modernizing the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) regulations. This Final Rule adopts the

Smart Management Leads to Stronger Parasite Control
DULUTH, Ga. (April 7, 2026) — For Oklahoma cow-calf producer Buck Rich, good deworming doesn’t end in the chute. It continues in the pasture, where grazing, forage height and herd health play just as big a role in

Groups Submit Recommendations for Treasury’s Final 45Z Rule
(WASHINGTON D.C.) — As the Trump Administration works to finalize the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit, numerous biofuel groups have submitted comments to the U.S. Treasury and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) outlining recommendations for the implementation of

Markets Seemingly Waiting on New Headlines
Grain and livestock markets are quiet to lower at midday on Tuesday as the world watches and waits on the 8pm EST deadline by President Trump for a ceasefire agreement to be made with Iran. Mike Castle,

An Update on Base Acres, FBA Payments and More
USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce joined us on the Good Friday episode of Agriculture of America (AOA) to share some updates on a number of topics from USDA’s FPAC including some important reminders

Farmer Sentiment Improves Despite Rising Input Cost Concerns
Farmer sentiment improved in March as the Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer (AEB) Index rose from 116 points in February to 127 (see Figure 1). The Current Conditions Index increased by 6 points, while the Future Expectations Index increased by 14 points

Deere & Company Reaches Settlement in Repair Services Antitrust Litigation
MOLINE, Illinois (April 6, 2026) — Deere & Company (NYSE: DE) announced that it has reached a settlement agreement to resolve the multidistrict “right to repair” litigation pending in the United States District Court for the Northern

Year-Round E15 is Overdue
U.S. sales of E15 gasoline reached a record 1.52 billion gallons in 2025, up 23 percent from the previous year. According to the Renewable Fuels Association, growth was driven by more stations offering E15 and higher per-station

Waiting for Market Direction
Geo-politics and outside influences has the grain markets waiting for direction to kick off the week. The Presidents comments over the weekend have added to that marketing pressure. Weather will pick up market attention as the first

World Dairy Expo Announces Recognition Award Winners
MADISON, WIS. – World Dairy Expo® is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2026 Recognition Awards. Nominated and selected by their peers, these individuals have made remarkable contributions to the dairy industry and their communities. Honorees will

Could The Fertilizer Crisis Become a Food Crisis Soon? | Itafos CEO Explains
Are we on the cusp of a global food crisis amid concerns over fertilizer supply and price? Or is that idea being blown out of proportion? As we continue to watch global supply and price concerns over

Recent Increase in Renewable Fuels Mandate Gives Farmers Some Hope
SOUTH DAKOTA FARMERS UNION: March 27 the Trump administration announced a record increase to the renewable fuels mandate which could have a positive impact on South Dakota’s corn and soybean farmers because the crops are used to

February Pork Exports Above Year-Ago; Another Big Month for Beef Variety Meat
February exports of U.S. pork were slightly higher year-over-year, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). While beef exports trended lower, due in large part to continued lack of

AFBF Applauds Grazing MOU Between USDA and the Interior Department (Audio)
The Departments of Agriculture and Interior have recently announced plans to formalize collaboration between the two agencies when it comes to grazing on public lands. Shelby Hagenauer, senior director of government affairs at AFBF, shared context in Newsline

Follow Your Food Dollars Beyond the Farm Gate
New data from USDA’s Economic Research Service show how each dollar Americans spend on food is divided across the supply chain — from farms to processors, shippers, retailers and restaurants. The takeaway is striking: farmers and ranchers

Cattle Turn Higher Midday as Markets Eye Holiday Pause
You just can’t keep the cattle market down, as it shifted gears mid-morning to push back into positive territory. Cash trade remains slow heading into the holiday weekend, though some $245 sales have been noted. In the

Kansas State: Energy Surge Puts Pressure on Farm Budgets
A surge in oil prices will hit farmers right in the bottom line, according to a new study from Kansas State University. New estimates suggest a $90-per-barrel market, which could significantly raise production costs across the board.
USDA, DOI Move to Boost Support for American Ranchers, Help Lower Prices for Consumers
(Washington, D.C. — U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Secretary Brooke L. Rollins and U.S. Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum on Tuesday announced new actions aimed at boosting the supply of American born, raised, and harvested beef by supporting

NOPA, ASA & USCA Applaud the American Heart Association’s 2026 Dietary Guidance
WASHINGTON, April 1, 2026 – The National Oilseed Processors Association (NOPA), the American Soybean Association (ASA), and the U.S. Canola Association (USCA) welcome the American Heart Association’s (AHA) new 2026 Dietary Guidance to Improve Cardiovascular Health, which explicitly names soybean