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Wisconsin DATCP Offers Incentives for Planting Cover Crops
The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), in partnership with USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA), has announced…
Thanksgiving Dinner Staples Estimated to Cost 20% than Last Year
This year’s Thanksgiving dinners will cost U.S. families an average of 20% more than last year. A classic meal for…
U.S. Corn Growers Paid 19% More to Raise a Crop in 2022
Inflationary pressures for U.S. farmers will continue into next year. In 2022, it cost corn farmers an average of 19%…
Beef Demand Holds Strong Despite Increased Costs to Consumers
Domestic beef demand remains steady ahead of the holiday season. October’s all-fresh retail beef prices were down slightly at $7.25…
USDA Previews Crop and Revenue Loss Assistance for Agricultural Producers
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced plans on November 15 for additional emergency relief and pandemic assistance from the U.S. Department…
U.S. Combine Sales Up 77% in October Compared to 2021
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) released its monthly report on combine and tractor sales in the United States. According…
USDA Funds Distributed to Organizations Supporting Beginning Farmers and Ranchers
On November 15, 2022, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced $24 million in grants for organizations helping prepare the next…
U.S. Trade Representative Strikes Down Florida Trade Protection
U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai rejected a petition that called for the protection of Florida growers from unfair trade practices.…
Cold, Snowy Weather Will Lead to Mild Temperatures to Round Out November
Much of the U.S. Corn Belt woke up to an early blast of winter air and snow cover this week,…
Drought Drives Early Harvest, Planting Concerns for Nebraska Growers
According to the latest USDA Crop Progress Report, Nebraksa finished their grain harvest well ahead of the five-year average. The…