TOP AG NEWS
Sharp Drop in Lean Hog Futures Lead to Speculation
This week’s bearish news on the lean hog futures shocked many market participants, particularly after last month’s bullish inventory numbers.…
Planning for the Future: Researchers Calculate Potential Changes for 2023 Predicted Grain Prices
Projected prices allow producers to plan for the future, helping determine the right level of crop insurance to protect their…
Grant Funds Available for Dairy Farmers and Businesses in 11 Midwestern States
Dairy businesses in 11 Midwestern states can now apply for grants up to $100,000 with the Dairy Business Innovation Alliance…
Mexican Avocado Imports Contribute Record $11.2 Billion to U.S. Economy
A new report from Texas A&M University revealed that imports of Mexican avocados contributed a record $11.2 billion to the…
Mississippi River Levels Critically Low, Freight Costs Soar Higher
Water levels among the Mississippi River continue to decline amidst ongoing drought conditions. In September, water levels became critically low,…
Hurricane Ian Drives Harvest Progress in North Carolina
Unsuitable weather has made for limited time for fieldwork for North Carolina farmers. Despite less than five days suitable for…
Iowa Continues Crop Insurance Discount Program for Cover Crops
Iowa Ag Secretary Mike Naig has announced that the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) will once again…
New Bipartisan Effort Introduces Bill to Expand Export Program Funding
A bipartisan bill has been introduced in the U.S. Senate that would double support for two USDA export promotion programs.…
Harvest Remains Behind Pace, Crop Conditions Stable
According to the latest USDA Crop Progress report, corn and soybean harvests remain below average. As of October 2, 20%…
Beef Trade Critical for Economic Wellbeing of U.S. Cattlemen, Consumers
A recent economic report authored by livestock economists at Oklahoma State University revealed that a halt in U.S. international beef…