The USDA Invests $165 Million To Protect Livestock From New World Screwworm
The USDA has allocated $165 million to prevent the spread of the New World screwworm.
Boozman and Klobuchar Will Lead U.S. Senate Ag Committee
Arkansas Senator John Boozman has been appointed chairman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry.
November Year-Over-Year Milk Production Drops 0.8%
The USDA Milk Production report, released on December 19, reports that milk production across the 24 major milk-producing states fell 0.8% in November 2024 compared to the same month in 2023.
California Declares State of Emergency In Response to Bird Flu Outbreak
California Governor Gavin Newsome declared an emergency in an attempt to contain a bird flu outbreak that has been spreading in the state's dairy herd.
For the First Time in Five Years, Iowa Farmland Values Fall
Iowa State University's annual farmland survey revealed average farmland values declined in 75 of Iowa's 99 counties this year.
Funding Bill Collapse Puts Agriculture at Risk
After opposition from some Republican Representatives and President-elect Donald Trump, House Speaker Mike Johnson pulled support for the Continuing Resolution that would have extended federal government funding through March 14.
Angie Craig Elected To Lead House Ag Democrats
Minnesota Representative Angie Craig has been elected to lead Democrats on the House Agriculture Committee.
Congress Releases Ag Relief Package Details
The proposed year-end ag disaster relief package allocates nearly $31 billion for farmers.
Ag Economists Spotlight Challenges Ahead
The latest Farm Journal Ag Economists’ Monthly Monitor reveals growing concerns over the U.S. farm economy.
Farmers Gain Optimism In Long-Term Outlook
Farmer sentiment increased again in November, according to a survey conducted from November 11 to 15.