TOP AG NEWS
Soybean Cyst Nematode Continues to Expand
There has been an organized effort to document soybean cyst nematode (SCN) distribution since 2000.
U.S. Farmers Expand Winter Wheat Acreage
The USDA reports U.S. farmers increased winter wheat planting. Total acreage increased 2% to 34.115 million acres.
More States Join National Milk Testing Strategy for Bird Flu
The USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) announced the enrollment of 15 more states into the National Milk Testing Strategy (NMTS).
The USDA Cuts 2024 Corn and Soybean Production Estimates
The January 10 World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report reduced corn and soybean production estimates.
ISU Survey Examines Causes for 3.1% Drop in Iowa Farmland Values
An Iowa State University (ISU) Land Value Survey found that Iowa farmland values fell 3.1% in 2024.
East Coast and Gulf Ports to Remain Open After Contract Agreement
U.S. Meat Export Federation Vice President of Communications Joe Schuele reports a tentative agreement has been reached with unions representing East and Gulf Coast port dock workers.
California Bans Dairy and Poultry Shows
California State Veterinarian Dr. Annette Jones issued a statewide ban on dairy cattle and poultry shows to combat the spread of the bird flu virus.
Red Blood Parasite Linked to Asian Longhorned Tick Detected in Kansas Cattle
Theileria orientalis Ikeda is a red blood parasite associated with the longhorned tick.
John Boozman Named Chairman of the Senate Agriculture Committee
U.S. Senator John Boozman will serve as chairman and establish the agenda for the Senate Agriculture Committee as the 119th Congress begins session.
Mexican Feeder Cattle Imports Could Slowly Resume Week of January 20
The USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) halted imports of live cattle and bison from Mexico due to New World screwworm concerns on November 22, 2024.