Corn Conditions Slightly Decline; Soy, Oat and Spring Wheat Remain Steady
The USDA released its most recent Crop Progress report on July 22. According to the agency, corn in the good/excellent condition category dropped one percentage point (from 68% to 67%).
Research Showed More Organic Produce Sales in 2023 Despite Inflation
According to recent research from Circana, organic produce sales in 2023 grew both in dollars spent and volume purchased.
EPA Awards $4.3 Billion for Climate Pollution Grants, Including Ag and Rural Energy Projects
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) hopes to sequester 1 billion metric tons of carbon dioxide by funding climate-smart projects across 30 states.
Public Risk for Bird Flu Remains Low Despite Seven Sick Colorado Poultry Workers
Colorado health officials confirmed a seventh poultry worker contracted the H5N1 avian flu virus (bird flu).
Global Factors Contributing to High Fertilizer Prices
While spring is traditionally when American farmers watch fertilizer prices, current market conditions have also caught their attention.
Vietnam Grants Market Access for California Peaches and Nectarine
The USDA announced that Vietnam has granted market access for California peaches and nectarine.
The National Corn Growers Association Recognizes Senator Amy Klobuchar with President’s Award
During the Corn Congress meeting in Washington, D.C., the National Corn Growers Association recognized Senator Amy Klobuchar with its President's Award.
Oklahoma Becomes 13th State with Confirmed Case of Bird Flu in Dairy Herd
A confirmed case of bird flu in an Oklahoma dairy herd brings the total outbreak in dairy cattle to 161 cases in 13 states since March 25.
ISU Researchers Uncover Clue on How Dairy Cows Being Infected with Bird Flu
Researchers at Iowa State University have discovered a possible explanation for why the bird flu virus is showing up in…
SAF Production Could Climb 1,400% In 2024
The U.S. Energy Information Administration reports that sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in the United States could increase by 1,400% in…