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University Experts Suggest Maintaining High Levels of Crop Insurance
While projected prices for 2022 crop insurance guarantees won’t be known until the end of February, currently projected prices sit…
Widespread Winter Storms Not Enough to Pacify Drought Conditions
With widespread winter storms impacting the majority of the U.S. this week, much-needed moisture is blanketing many drought-stricken areas. But…
Current Explosive Cattle Prices Likely to Stick Around
The cattle price market has exploded, with fed cattle prices near $140 per cwt, up $25 from last year. Feeder…
COVID, African Swine Fever Will Continue to Impact 2022 Pork Market
The COVID-19 pandemic will continue to impact the global pork industry in 2022. Even as the threat of African swine…
Vilsack Announces Urban Agriculture Commitee
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced Tuesday an inaugural Secretary’s Advisory Committee for Urban Agriculture. Vilsack appointed 12 members to…
Study Says Crop Insurance and Conservation Produce Complimentary Climate Results
Crop insurance is a critical component to the success of a farming operation. Recent climate disasters such as droughts, derechos,…
Soybean Market Rallies as China Makes Large Purchase
The soybean market kicked off February with a bang as prices rallied north of $15/bushel. Export announcements fueled the frenzy…
Latest Cattle on Feed Report Shows Continued Declines
The latest USDA Cattle on Feed report revealed a 2% decline at 91.9 million cattle and calves in the U.S.…
Crop Insurance Coalition Opposes Cuts in Upcoming Budget Process in Letter to Congress
Last week, the Crop Insurance Coalition penned letters to policymakers calling on them to “do no harm” to crop insurance…
New Port of Oakland “Pop-Up” Site Announced to Ease Ag-Related Supply Chain Issues
To help alleviate ag-related supply chain issues at California ports, USDA announced plans to increase capacity at the Port of…