New federal legislation would make it easier for farmers to access mental health care services. The Farmers First Act introduced by Wisconsin Democrat Tammy Baldwin and Iowa Republican Joni Ernst would increase support for the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network (FRSAN), a program the two senators successfully included in the 2018 Farm Bill. The […]
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The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has confirmed another two cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza in Ottawa County.
An ag economist says strong profit margins in the livestock sector led to a rise in this month’s Purdue University/CME Group
A western Illinois farmer was thrilled with his 2025 crops. Terry Smith, who grows corn and soybeans in Adams County, tells
The chairwoman of the National Sorghum Producers says China’s renewed interest in U.S. sorghum could help expand market access. Amy France,
The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection is backing away from a proposal that could increase animal health program fees. The
The chairman of the U.S. House Ways and Means Committee says he’s optimistic farmer aid from the Trump administration won’t be
The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection is backing away from a very unpopular proposal to increase animal health
Many farmers are analyzing their crop fertility programs while preparing for 2026. Mosaic agronomist Kip Jacobs says low commodity prices and
The CEO of AgHeritage Farm Credit Services says multiple years of losses, high input costs and ongoing global uncertainty means farmers
