Drought Conditions Lead to Herbicide Carryover Concerns
Years of compounded drought conditions could spell issues for the next growing season.
Bipartisan Bill Seeks to Strengthen Cybersecurity for Agriculture, Food Industries
A bipartisan bill was introduced this week that aims to strengthen cybersecurity for the food and agriculture industry.
The First Sustainable Aviation Fuel Facility Launches in the U.S.
The first commercial production plant that converts ethanol into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) has opened its doors in the U.S.…
Rapid Snowmelt Raises Concerns of Flash Flooding in Midwest
It might seem odd to worry about flooding after record drought has devasted much of the U.S., but last weekend’s snow melt combined with this week’s above-normal temperatures are doing just that.
Progress Made on USDA Funding, Lawmakers Challenge Checkoff Intentions in Latest Policy Updates
Lawmakers have reached a deal on a dozen funding bills, including funding allocation for critical agriculture programs.
Lawmakers Debate Reference Price Changes
A group of Republican lawmakers has penned a letter to House Agriculture Committee Chair GT Thompson indicating “strong opposition to a potential reference price increase.”
New USDA Program Allows for Remote Beef Grading
A pilot program started this month to give independent, rural beef processors the ability to grade meat remotely.
USDA Invests $11.5 Million in Food Waste Reduction Programs
The USDA recently announced $11.5 million in funds for cooperative programs that offer "innovative, scalable waste management plans."
Analysts Predict 2024 Could Be a Record-Setting Year for U.S. Corn and Soybeans
If the year ahead experiences typical weather and similar yields to recent harvests, U.S. corn and soybean farmers could be on their way to breaking records.
Milk Production Climbs Even as Cow Numbers Fall
Following an impressive, long-running trend in the dairy industry, milk production continues to climb despite fewer cows.