TOP AG NEWS
Chinese Ownership of U.S. Farmland Dips
Foreign ownership of U.S. farmland grew by 1.58 million acres in 2023.
No Immediate Tariffs Issued, But Tariffs for Canada and Mexico Being Considered
President Trump did not immediately impose tariffs on his first day in office.
How Does the Flurry of Executive Orders Affect Agriculture?
The new administration wasted no time signing several executive orders on inauguration day, including one that rescinded more than 75 executive orders issued by former President Joe Biden throughout his presidency.
National Corn Growers Association Report Provides Roadmap for New Administration
The National Corn Growers Association's (NCGA's) 2025 Corn Competitiveness Report aims to help the Trump administration and the new Congress improve the economic outlook for producers.
Nebraska Bill Would Prevent Lab-Grown Meat From Being Manufactured, Distributed or Sold
Nebraska Senator Barry DeKay is introducing a bill to keep lab-grown meat from being manufactured, distributed or sold in Nebraska.
Trump Names Key Positions at the USDA
South Dakota Trade President and CEO Luke Lindberg was named undersecretary for trade and foreign affairs.
States and U.S. Federal Trade Commission File Right to Repair Lawsuit Against John Deere
Minnesota and Illinois have joined the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in filing a Right to Repair lawsuit against John Deere.
The USDA Publishes Interim Rule for Crops Used as Biofuel Feedstocks
The USDA published an interim rule on Technical Guidelines for Climate-Smart Agriculture Crops Used as Biofuel Feedstocks.
Livestock Producer Deadline to Apply for Emergency Assistance Rapidly Approaching
The USDA Farm Service Agency reported the deadline to apply for financial assistance through the Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybees and Farm-Raised Fish Program (ELAP) is January 30, 2025.
Cold Weather Beneficial to Georgia Peach Growers
Georgia producers are reaping the benefits of cold weather in 2025 with almost 600 peach chill hours.