Powerful Winter Storms Descend Upon US
A monster storm system has made its way to the Central U.S. to kick off the second week of January.
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An updated ProAg website is on the way! As a result, you’ll see a temporary pause in our daily agriculture news briefings.
5 Health Conditions in Your Pig Herd that Stem for Nutrition Challenges
While proper nutrition is certainly a priority item for every pig farmer, it remains a challenge to ensure every animal receives the right nutrition.
Year-Round E15 Rule Under Final Review
The approval which will allow eight Midwestern states to sell year-round E15, an effort that has taken nearly two years.
The Fed Could Lower Interest Rates in 2024
After the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady for the third month in a row, an agricultural economist detected a shift that could signal rate declines for 2024.
Agriculture Risk Coverage and Price Loss Coverage Programs Receive 2018 Farm Bill One Year Extension, Farmers Can Now Enroll for the 2024 Crop Year
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced that agricultural producers can now enroll in the Farm Service Agency’s (FSA) Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs for the 2024 crop year.
Survey Data Reveals Consumer Organic Purchasing Habits
Sales of retail organic produce have stayed consistent in 2023. However, inflation and economic uncertainty have slowed growth.
Booming Dairy Sales Expected Again in 2024
Domestic dairy demand is slated to keep growing in 2024. According to dairy economists, cheese, butter and yogurt products will lead the way.
USDA Launches Workshops on Livestock Risk Management Products
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is hosting more than a dozen in-person and virtual workshops this winter for producers to learn about new and expanded livestock risk management products.
SEC Files Suit Against Texas-Based Cattle Ponzi Scheme
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced Friday a temporary restraining order, asset freeze, and other emergency relief to stop an ongoing $191 million cattle Ponzi scheme.