Solar Leasing Rates Could Drive Up Farm Values
The Purdue University Ag Economy Barometer indicates farmers are being offered more than $1,000 per by solar companies for leasing.
Confidence Dives as Farmers Brace for Weak Financial Outlook
The Purdue University-CME Ag Economy Barometer fell 15 points in April. The reading of 99 is the weakest farmer sentiment since June 2022.
The EPA Proposes Ban on Pesticides Commonly Used in Fruit and Vegetable Production
The EPA proposes to ban almost all uses of acephate-based pesticides commonly used in fruit and vegetable production.
Texas Wildfires Costliest in State History
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service economists predict the Texas Panhandle wildfires resulted in $123 million in losses.
Cherry Growers Struggle to Overcome Changing Weather Patterns
Unprecedented weather events wreaked havoc on cherry farmers over the last few years.
Planting in the South Surges While Parts of Midwest Fall Behind
Overall corn planting fell to three percentage points behind the five-year average according to the latest USDA Crop Progress Report at 36% planted.
Beef and Pork Exports Remained Strong in First Quarter
Data released by the USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) show that Pork and Beef exports remain strong from a diversified market base.
Container Ships Begin Operations in Port of Baltimore
The first container ship has made its way through the Port of Baltimore.
Soybean Gall Midge Makes Early Appearance
Soybean gall midge appeared in Nebraska 10 days earlier than usual according to University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension Crop Protection and Cropping System Specialist Justin McMechan.
Florida Bans Sale of Lab-Grown Meat
Florida became the first state to ban the sale of lab-grown meat. SB 1084 was signed into law by Governor Ron DeSantis on May 1.