Increased Dairy Processing Capacity Coming Online This Year
An $8 billion investment in dairy processing capacity will come online this year which will expand production on products from cheese to ice cream.
Warm Winter Temperatures May Reduce Pests for Georgia Peach Growers
Assistant professor at the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Brett Blaauw says warmer winter temperatures could benefit peach producers by reducing pest populations.
Study Reveals Potential Impacts of U.S./China Trade War
The American Soybean Association and the National Corn Growers Association commissioned a study on the potential agricultural impacts of a renewed U.S./China trade war.
Cover Crops Present an Opportunity for Livestock Operations
Illinois Grazing Lands Coalition President Cliff Schuette says a growing interest in cover crops is a chance to integrate livestock into row crop farming.
Citrus Greening Research Brings Hope to Florida Orange Producers
Florida’s citrus industry expects one of its lowest production levels due to devastating hurricanes and the persistent citrus greening disease.
119th Congress Kicks Off with Farm Bill at Top of To Do List
The 118th Congress could not reach a consensus on a new five-year farm bill. Instead, the 2018 farm bill was extended time in the end-of-year funding package.
U.S. Corn Growers Win Ruling in Trade Dispute with Mexico
The United States won a key trade dispute over genetically modified (GM) corn with Mexico.
East, Gulf Coast Ports Facing High Likelihood of Strike This Month
Negotiations between the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance face uncertainty as their contract nears expiration on January 15, 2025.
What’s Included in the 2025 American Relief Act?
In addition to passing a farm bill extension through September 30, 2025, Congress passed the American Relief Act of 2025.
Equipment Experts Offer Advice for Buying in 2025
According to the man behind Machinery Pete, farmers could have a chance to score a deal on equipment in the new year.