The vice president of research for Feeding America says reducing funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program could worsen hunger and economic strain across the U.S. Emily Engelhard says, “Cuts in SNAP will undoubtedly increase food insecurity rates.” She tells Brownfield the program supports local economies. “SNAP benefits stimulate the economy by about $1.54 for every […]
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A crop insurance expert says many program changes coupled with busy USDA staff will lead to some risk management advantages for
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle futures were sharply higher Monday, supported by tight supplies, strong beef demand,
Livestock producers in the Upper Midwest are looking forward to a reprieve from bitterly cold weather. Glenn Groth raises cattle in
Mar. corn $4.25 and 3/4, down 2 and 1/2 centsMar. soybeans $10.60 and 1/4, down 4 centsMar. soybean meal $294.50, up
New World screwworm has been inching closer to the U.S. border and the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association says pushing it back
An ag economist says the European Union’s decision to postpone finalizing the U.S. trade deal could have larger impacts for American
A global seed potato producer says he’s the third generation to keep water conservation at the forefront of the family’s operation.
U.S. soybean crushers had a big December as they try to meet meal and oil demand expectations. The USDA says 230
The Iowa House Minority Leader says carbon pipeline legislation will likely come down to a compromise. Democrat Brian Meyer says he
