Possible Mid-September Labor Stoppage Adds Worry to Grain Industry
Shipping delays on U.S. railroads have been a serious problem for infrastructure and agricultural goods transportation.
USDA to Mail Additional ERP Applications to Eligible Producers Soon
USDA announced another phase in supporting crop producers impacted by natural disasters in 2020 and 2021.
Japanese Meat Market Slow to Rebound in Post-Pandemic World
One of the largest markets for U.S. pork and beef – Japan – has started to emerge from strict COVID-related restrictions, according to the U.S Meat Export Federation (USMEF).
Most Damaging Soybean Pest Can Silently Steal 30% of Yields
The No. 1 robber of soybean yields in the U.S. may surprise you. Soybean Cyst Nematode (SCN), microscopic worms that live in the soil, infect soybean roots and lead to stunting and yellowing.
EPA and Biden Administration Favorable for Biofuels Growth
Rod Snyder, EPA Senior Agriculture Advisor, says the Biden Administration is taking action to expand biofuel use throughout the U.S.
Corn and Soybean Good to Excellent Ratings Drop Substantially
The ongoing drought has continued to wreak havoc on U.S. corn and soybean crop ratings, as seen in the latest USDA Crop Progress Report.
Hay Supplies Shrink as Prices Soar
USDA’s August Crop Production report included alfalfa hay production forecasts for 2022 at 49.1 million tons, down 0.3% from last year and 13.6% below the ten-year average.
Ag Economy Strong in 2022 Despite Headwinds, Uncertainty
While farmland values continue to soar, more data shows that profitability is shrinking upon tighter margins. However, according to quarterly…
China Grain Purchases Remain Steady After Concerns over U.S. Visit to Taiwan
A contentious visit from U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to Taiwan had the potential to strain critical ongoing relationship development…
Cooler Weather, Some Precipitation Spells Friendlier August
Cooler temperatures have emerged throughout much of the U.S. Corn Belt following a steamy start to August. The week ending…