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Pork Industry Contributes $57 Billion to U.S. Economy
According to a new report from the National Pork Producers Council (NPPC), 66,000 U.S. pig farms sold more than 140…
USDA Crop Progress and Conditions Report Pegs Most of U.S. Crops as Good to Excellent
The latest crop progress and conditions report showed that 64% of U.S. corn and 62% of soybeans are rated good…
Domestic Corn Demand Goes Well Beyond Consumer Foods
When most consumers drive past corn fields on summer roads this season, they might assume the crop is going toward…
Reducing U.S. Tariffs on China a Mixed Bag for Agriculture
No decision has been made on whether to lift any of the $350 billion in tariffs imposed on Chinese imports…
Ag Secretary Vilsack Requests $500 Mllion for African Swine Fever Control
USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) continues to invest resources to prevent African swine fever (ASF) from entering…
Extended Hot, Dry 10-Day Forecast Poses Concerns for Corn Belt
The arrival of the 10-day forecast in the Corn Belt shows concerns as a wave of above-average temperatures and below-average…
Cattle Virtual Fencing Technology One Step Closer to Market
Oklahoma State University (OSU) is the recipient of a $1.4 million grant from the USDA to take its virtual fencing…
Wild Weather Wreaks Havoc on U.S. Crops, but is Calmer Weather the Solution this Season?
This past week saw a litany of wild weather across the U.S., including a derecho that swept through the Midwest…
Strong Yields, Prices Lead to Exceptionally Low Loss Payments for 2021
USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) has realized 2021 county yields, meaning payments can now be made on area plans of…
Meaningful Work And Relationships Comprise 34-Year Career In Crop Insurance
When Missy Waters was born on March 15th — the crop insurance spring sales closing date — her fate was…