Retail Fertilizer Prices Dip For a Seventh Week in a Row
Continuing a favorable seven-week trend, retail fertilizer prices have dropped again, according to a DTN report. Seven of eight major…
U.S. Pork Exports Sets Records in May
U.S. pork exports really brought home the bacon in May, reaching a record high in both weight and volume. May…
International Trade Commission Votes Against UAN Tariffs, A Win for Farmers
After months of intense lobbying, this past Monday, the U.S International Trade Commission voted against imposing import tariffs on urea…
U.S. Rail System Issues Continue, Farmers Voice Concerns in Advance of Harvest
Issues with the U.S. rail system continue to loom, possibly foreshadowing potential concerns for harvest across the country. Apart from…
USDA Report Shows April Foodservice Spending Breaks Record
A new USDA report on food expenditures revealed foodservice spending is hitting record levels. Driven by a bounce back from…
Latest Crop Progress Report Shows Corn, Soybean Conditions Hold Steady
There was little change over the previous two weeks to the Crop Progress report, and for conditions following another week…
Dairy Plays Important Role in U.S. Childrens’ Summertime Nutrition
Dairy farmers are critical in helping Americans, particularly children, enhance their health through nutritious food products. Access to healthy meals,…
Make Your Voice Heard: Share Feedback Now on 2018 Farm Bill
To prepare for the 2023 Farm Bill, the U.S. House Agriculture Committee is seeking feedback on the 2018 farm bill…
Beef Market Positive Amidst Drought-Induced Culling
Beef market forecasts have remained positive in an otherwise-turbulent year. At mid-summer, economists’ projections of a positive cattle and beef…
Cotton Growers Struggle in Severe Drought, USDA Cuts Acreage Estimate by 590k
While cotton was a primary source of bacon for most growers’ wallets last season, the same cannot be said for…