The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is bolstering support for farmers facing crop setbacks by announcing an increase in replant payments for most producers beginning with the 2026 crop year.

With time drawing short, the 118th Congress is focusing on extending the 2018 Farm Bill and passing a disaster aid package to support farmers facing natural disasters and economic challenges.

In its December report, the USDA projects 2024 net farm income at $140.7 billion. This is a $6 billion drop from 2023.

Treasury spokesman Michael Martinez said the U.S. Treasury plans to issue guidance on the 45Z tax credit for renewable and sustainable aviation fuels before the current administration ends.

Texas Federal Judge Amos L. Mazzant issued a nationwide injunction against the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) on December 4.

The Georgia Department of Agriculture confirmed the presence of spotted lanternflies in Fulton County.

A December 4, 2024, USDA report reveals U.S. per-capita dairy consumption reached a record 661 pounds in 2023.

A Purdue University survey conducted from November 11 to 15 found that farmer optimism hit its highest level since May 2021.

Hurricane Helene destroyed more than 32% of the cotton in Georgia. A preliminary report from the University of Georgia estimates the state lost up to 600,000 bales of cotton.

President-elect Donald Trump nominated Jamieson Greer to serve as U.S. trade representative (USTR).