USDA reorg moves ERS, NIFA, NASS jobs to Missouri
The USDA continues to roll out details of its reorganization. Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins says some employees of the department’s Economic Research Service and National Institute of Food and Agriculture […]
Economist says Brazil’s reliance on fertilizer imports highlighted by Hormuz closure
An agricultural economist with Purdue University says the longer the flow of fertilizers is disrupted through the Strait of Hormuz, the greater the impact to Brazilian agriculture. During a recent […]
Wisconsin farmer ready to roll when soil conditions improve
A central Wisconsin farmer says he’s ready to plant, but conditions are not right yet. John Eron grows corn and soybeans west of Stevens Point and does some custom fieldwork […]
U.S. dairy group calls for improved enforcement measures during USMCA review
The National Milk Producers Federation says the USMCA review process needs to include refining the dispute process between trading partners. Shawna Morris tells Brownfield, “There’s an opportunity to see what’s […]
Export inspections mixed, still mostly solid
U.S. export inspections generally reflected decent demand during the week ending April 23rd. The USDA says corn fell below a year ago but remains ahead of the pace needed to […]
Report highlights healthy liquidity ratios on many Minnesota farms
A farm business management instructor suggests many Minnesota grain farms are holding up financially despite a challenging ag economy. Kristina McVicker with South Central College in Mankato says the 2025 […]
Farmers say crop protection availability at stake in SCOTUS glyphosate case
A Supreme Court case being argued this week could impact the future availability of key crop protection products. Iowa farmer Bill Couser says the ag industry needs pesticide label certainty. […]
Turkey industry sees opportunity as consumers feel beef price pressure
The turkey industry is paying close attention to competition from other proteins. Minnesota Turkey Growers Association executive director Ashley Kohls says beef demand is strong despite high retail prices. “If […]
Hail causing early season havoc for some farmers
A pair of agronomists say some farmers have seen hailstorms damage their newly emerged crops. Lance Tarochione, who covers western Illinois with Dekalb / Asgrow, says that while the storms […]
Missouri farmers cite rising fuel, fertilizer costs as planting season pressures mount
Two Missouri farmers say the rising fuel and fertilizer costs are top of mind as the planting season continues. Daniel Carpenter says U.S. farmers are feeling the constraints. “It’s kind […]