The USDA Provides $250 Million to Distressed Producers
Approximately 4,650 financially distressed farmers who owe on USDA direct and guaranteed loans will receive government assistance.
Harvest Continues to Run Ahead of Five-Year Average
The harvest season continues to run ahead of the five-year averages with 30% of the corn and 47% of the soybeans harvested as of October 6.
Warm Sugarbeet Harvest Poses Challenges
Warm temperatures have challenged sugarbeet farmers in the Red River Valley as the full harvest kicks into gear.
Hurricane Milton Poses Threat to Phosphate Production
Hurricane Milton appears to be on a collision course with the west coast of Florida, the epicenter for phosphate production.
Documented Grain Entrapment Cases Decrease, However Farmers Should Remain Vigilant During Harvest
The 2023 report from Purdue University’s Agricultural Safety and Health Program highlights U.S. agricultural confined space-related incidents.
Bird Flu Cases in Dairy Cattle Tailing Off
While California reported 12 dairy herd bird flu outbreaks last week, most states have not reported a new case in weeks.
Assessing the Agriculture Impact of Hurricane Helene
The USDA is deploying "surge teams" to aid in recovery efforts, with damages expected to measure in the billions.
California Reports First Case of Dairy Worker Diagnosed with Bird Flu
The California Department of Public Health has reported the first case of bird flu transmitted from a dairy herd to a farm worker in the state.
EPA Finalizes Pesticide Safety Zone Rule
The U.S. EPA finalized its proposed rule to restore the 2015 Application Exclusion Zone (AEZ) requirements for pesticide application.
Dockworkers Suspend Strike But It Will Take Time to Clear Backlog
The East and Gulf Coast port strikes were officially suspended on Thursday, October 3, with the International Longshoremen's Association returning to work on Friday morning.