Brazil’s expected record soybean crop pressuring U.S. exports and prices
A senior market advisor at Total Farm Marketing says Brazil’s expected record soybean production could potentially squeeze U.S. farmers out of the global marketplace. Naomi Blohm says on and off trade […]
Ohio pork producers give back to local veterans through fresh pork donation
The Ohio Pork Council is helping address food insecurity in rural communities through fresh pork donations across the state. Jess Stevens, a southern Ohio pork producer, says the organization recently […]
Ohio House of Representatives passes bill that delivers more than $2 billion worth of property tax relief
A state legislator says a local property tax bill recently passed by the Ohio House of Representatives could provide more than $2 billion worth of much-relief for the state’s farmers. […]
Hearing held on Wisconsin foreign ag land ownership bill
Note: Wisconsin Radio Network’s Bob Hague covered the hearing at the Capitol for Brownfield. State legislation prohibiting foreign adversaries from acquiring Wisconsin agricultural or forestry land had a hearing this […]
Rancher urges free market approach amid talk of more Argentine beef imports
A rancher in the Nebraska Sandhills says importing more beef from Argentina may not move the needle to significantly lower beef prices. Jaclyn Wilson says she visited the country several […]
Stine Seed agronomist shines light on Midwest harvest progress
Harvest progress is less clear following the cancellation of weekly USDA crop reports because of the government shutdown. Tony Lenz with Stine Seed covers portions of Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, […]
Legislation introduced to halt Wisconsin animal fee increases
Wisconsin lawmakers have introduced legislation that would take away the ag department’s ability to raise fees on animal markets, animal dealers, animal truckers, and animal transport vehicles. Farmer and State […]
Rain alleviates field fire concerns during fast-paced north Iowa harvest
Recent rain has alleviated field fire concerns in north Iowa. Klemme farmer Brent Renner says warm, dry weather has made for a fast-paced harvest. “In fact it was getting a […]
Michigan cuts 10 Cents a Meal Program after a decade of success supporting schools and local farmers
Farm-to-School advocates say eliminating Michigan’s 10 Cents a Meal Program is a step backward in supporting local food systems and farmers. Director of Farm to Institution Programs May Tsupros at the Michigan State […]
New USDA strategy aims to boost beef production and ease regulatory burdens
The USDA has announced a plan to strengthen the American beef industry and help lower costs for consumers. Colin Woodall, CEO of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, says the plan […]