The USDA announced an investment of $5.2 million in 17 new grants that support urban agriculture and innovative production.

The USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service shared that the U.S. is on track to produce 222,000,000 pounds of cherries this year.

While flooding continued along overflowing rivers, including the Mississippi and Missouri rivers, estimates for the potential crop damage are beginning to emerge.

Select Iowans affected by recent flooding may soon be eligible for assistance from the USDA, according to a July 3 press release.

The USDA Crop Progress reports continue to show a deterioration in the corn crop condition. A major contributor has been consistent heat waves, especially in the eastern Corn Belt.

Last week fed steers came in near $200 per cwt in the Northern Plains market. The weekly average fed steer price was $198.09 per cwt. This was a negotiated, live, weighted average price across quality grades.

The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer Farmer sentiment indicated an erosion of farmer sentiment in June.

The USDA released a 332-page proposal that would eliminate a change made by the 2018 farm bill to how milk is priced under federal milk marketing orders.

The annual ritual of the July 4 barbeque will come at a steep price this year. It will cost $99.00 to host a 10-person barbeque, according to the 2024 Rabobank BBQ Index, which measures the cost of staple ingredients

The pecan producers and importers voted to continue the American Promotion Board's research and promotion program.