TOP AG NEWS
John Deere Unveils Fully Autonomous Tractor
In an effort to revolutionize agriculture, John Deere unveiled the first-ever fully autonomous tractor this week at the Consumer Electronics…
USDA RMA Announces Details of Post Application Coverage Endorsement (PACE)
Corn farmers who “split-apply” nitrogen now have another option for insurance coverage. USDA’s Risk Management Agency today announced the details…
U.S. Beef in High Demand, Consumers to See High Prices and Possibly Lower Availability
U.S. beef exports remain in high demand, as 2022 marks the third consecutive year of decreased cow numbers and the…
NPPC, AFBF File Petition as California’s Proposition 12 Begins
Proposition 12 took effect in California on January 1st, where National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) says the impacts will be…
University of Georgia Paving Way for Successful Southern-Alfalfa Production
Georgia’s agricultural landscape may see a noticeable change with the addition of alfalfa. Once seen throughout the south, alfalfa generally…
Major Food Label Change Kicks Off 2022
With a new year come new rules to food labeling. Foods that were previously labeled as “genetically engineered” (GE) or…
Biden Announces Details on Plan to Promote Competition in Meat Processing Industry
President Biden announced Monday a $1 billion allocation to expand independent meat processing capacity. Additionally, the Biden Administration’s action plan…
Organic Apples in Tight Supplies, Under High Demand
While an apple a day keeps the doctor away, 24.4 million Washington-based organic apple cartons keep supplies tight and demand…
How Iowa State University Has Seen Benefits from Swath Grazing
For those looking for a feeding strategy this winter, swath grazing can be an effective option to save producers time,…
Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee Virtual Meeting Set for Feb 1.
Fruit and vegetable producers interested in learning more about issues affecting the industry have the opportunity to virtually attend the…