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How are Dairy Cattle Impacted by Wildfire Smoke?
Intense wildfires in the Western U.S. have been exacerbated by ongoing dry and hot weather conditions that have ravaged productive…
Soybean-Based Asphalt One Step Closer to Production
Soy-based asphalt could be coming to a road near you. In partnership with funding from the United Soybean Board, Iowa…
Hot Market: U.S. Cropland Values Continue to Soar
The current value of 2022 U.S. cropland is estimated at an average of $5,050 per acre, according to USDA. Since…
USDA Undersecretary Proposes Increased Regulations for Organic Livestock
An expansion of animal welfare rules for organic farms has been proposed by USDA Agriculture Undersecretary Jenny Moffit. According to…
$20 Billion for Voluntary Conservation Practices Passed by Senate Democrats
Democratic Senators passed legislation Sunday that includes $20 billion for voluntary conservation practices. Vice President Kamala Harris ended up casting…
IRS Updates Revenue Protection Crop Insurance Deferal Options, A Win for Farmers
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has updated revenue protection (RP) crop insurance deferral options, to the benefit of farmers and…
Senate Republicans Pass Vote to Nullify Biden Environmental Regulation Changes
The U.S. Senate has voted to reverse the Council on Environmental Quality rulemaking on the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)…
Drought Conditions Worsen in U.S. Corn Belt
Drought conditions are worsening this past week as abnormally hot conditions hit much of the U.S. Corn Belt.
Production Costs Rise Faster than Consumer Goods
Inflation has pushed the Consumer Price Index (CPI) another 1.3% higher in June. That means all Americans are paying more for everything right now, agricultural producers included.
Pork, Meal Exports Higher as Remaining Commodities Dip
U.S. pork exports climbed higher to round out July. According to USDA, 31,000 tons exported were up more than 40% the week ending July 28, with significant purchases from China and Mexico.