TOP AG NEWS
New GPS Reference Points Coming in 2026
Precision farming is about to get more accurate — but not without some growing pains.
California Sees Sharp Increase in Dairy Herds with Bird Flu
Bird flu has been confirmed in an additional 24 dairy herds in California since Aug. 30, according to new data from the USDA.
With Farm Bill Extension Set to Expire, Congress Eyes Two Possibilities
Last year's extension of the 2018 Farm Bill is set to expire on Sept. 30, but legislators are still having trouble moving legislation forward to ensure farmer assistance can continue.
Harvest Is Picking Up in Top Growing States
According to the latest USDA Crop Progress Report, crop maturity and harvest progressed quite a bit week over week.
USDA Data Indicates Solar and Wind Farm Impact on Farmland is Lower Than Many Expect
Researchers from the USDA studied renewable energy projects built in rural areas to understand their impact on agricultural production.
U.S. Meat and Poultry Production to Get a Boost from USDA Grants
The USDA is set to award $35 million in grant funds to 15 meat and poultry processors across 12 states.
Midwest Ethanol Production Slows While Other Regions Hold Steady or Increase
The U.S. Energy Information Administration reported ethanol production hit its lowest point in the last three months during the week of Sept. 13.
Ag-Related Confined-Space Injuries and Fatalities Decline
Purdue University’s Agricultural Safety and Health Program reports a significant decrease in confined space incidents.
With Final $35 Million in Grants, the USDA Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program Draws to a Close.
The USDA awarded the final grants of $35 million to 15 processors across 12 states to commence or expand operations.
Ag Secretary Says Size of Reference Price Increase Key to Farm Bill Negociations
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says the size of the reference price increase is key to solving the farm bill deadlock.