Overhaul of Federal Milk Marketing Rules Proposed
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.
Inflation Heats Up Cost of July 4 Barbeque
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
Pecan Industry Stays Course on Research and Promotion Program
The pecan producers and importers voted to continue the American Promotion Board's research and promotion program.
Crops Devastated By North Carolina Drought
While much of the Upper Midwest struggles with too much moisture, North Carolina grappled with drought conditions.
Supreme Court Chevron Decision Could Affect USDA and EPA Regulations
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Federal Funds Will Promote Tree Fruit, Berries and Grapes
The USDA's Regional Agricultural Promotion Program (RAPP) announced $300 million in funding to build demand for tree fruit, berries and grapes.
USDA to Compensate Dairy Farmers 90% of Milk Value Lost to Bird Flu
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that dairy farmers will be compensated for 90% of the value of milk lost due to bird flu infections.
Farmers Planted an Estimated 91.5 Million Acres of Corn and 86.1 Million Acres of Soybeans
The latest USDA Acreage report came in higher than its March report with 91.5 million acres of corn and 86.1 million acres of soybeans.
Renewable Fuel Boom Drives Demand for Feedstocks
Federal and state policies have helped fuel a boom in renewable fuel. California's Low Carbon Fuel Standard has helped drive demand.
Army Corps of Engineers Expects Challenges with Mississippi River Navigation
A major trade route for ag commodities is being disrupted by flooding in the Upper Midwest. The Army Corps of Engineers Expects navigation problems on the upper Mississippi River due to flooding in Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin.