TOP AG NEWS
17 Cattle States Desperately Need Drought Conditions to Improve
Extreme drought conditions in much of the U.S. are persisting into the new year. Continuing a significant drought that began…
Fertilizer Prices Decline at the Start of 2023
The new year is starting with significantly lower fertilizer prices. For the second consecutive week, all eight major fertilizers are…
Access to Credit Essential for New and Beginning Farmers
The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago hosted the annual Midwest Agriculture Conference in November 2022. The event theme was Confronting…
Kansas Drought Declaration Continues into New Year
Last October, Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly issued a drought declaration for all 105 counties in the state. As of the…
CoBank Predicts a Slower Year for U.S. Meat and Poultry Producers
Over the last few years, meat and poultry producers in the United States have performed well despite challenges and changes…
Data Shows More Women Enrolling in Collegiate Agricultural Programs
The University of Idaho says more women are enrolling in agricultural programs. Extension educator Colette DePhelps says she expects more…
2022 Year in Review: La Niña Weather Dominated Headlines
La Niña dominated many news stories throughout 2022 as it maintained its grip on the Pacific Ocean. Developing in late…
EPA Releases Updated WOTUS Rule
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finished 2022 with a new rule defining Waters of the United States (WOTUS) under the…
Dairy Producers Celebrate Key 2022 Policy Wins
The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) and the U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) spent 2022 working to promote the interests…
USDA Announces $9.5 Million in Funding for Sustainable Products Using Ag Commodities
Announced the close of 2022, the USDA announced a $9.5 million investment to support the development of new sustainable bioproducts.…