FDA Grants Conditional Approval to First Screwworm Prevention Drug
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has conditionally approved Dectomax-CA1 (doramectin injection) to treat and prevent New World Screwworm (NWS) larval infestations in cattle.
The USDA Lapse of Funding Plan Takes Effect in Midst of Government Shutdown
The USDA will furlough approximately 42,000 employees in accordance with its 2025 Lapse of Funding Plan after Congress failed to reach an agreement on how to extend federal funding.
Corn and Soybean Harvest Gain Momentum While Winter Wheat Planting Progresses
The latest USDA Crop Progress report indicates steady progress in corn, soybean, and winter wheat fieldwork, despite scattered rainfall.
The USDA Issues Second Economic Assistance Payment to Agricultural Producers
The USDA is issuing a second Emergency Commodity Assistance Program (ECAP) payment to eligible producers for the 2024 crop year.
The USDA Plans to Purchase 417,000 Metric Tons of Commodities for International Food Aid
During the Ag Outlook Forum in Kansas City, Missouri, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced a major USDA initiative to support struggling farmers by purchasing 417,000 metric tons of crops for international food aid programs.
The USDA Provides Funding to Address Specialty Crop Trade Barriers
The USDA is providing $8.3 million in funding to 11 recipients to combat trade barriers and expand international markets for U.S. specialty crops.
Cattle on Feed Report Highlights Changing Regional Dynamics
Despite the overall numbers aligning with expectations, the USDA’s September Cattle on Feed report highlights shifting regional dynamics.
New World Screwworm Detected 70 Miles From U.S. Border
Mexico’s National Service of Agro-Alimentary Health, Safety, and Quality (SENASICA) confirmed a new case of New World screwworm (NWS) in Sabinas Hidalgo, Nuevo León.
National Corn Growers Association Survey Highlights Farmers’ Growing Economic Concerns
A new survey from the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) reveals that 46% of U.S. farmers believe the nation is nearing a farm crisis.
Butter Prices Fall to their Lowest Levels in 3 Years
U.S. butter prices have fallen to their lowest levels in over three years as booming production outpaces demand.