April 2025 Cattle on Feed Decrease 2% From April 2024
The USDA NASS reported on Thursday that cattle and calves on feedlots with a capacity of 1,000 or more head for the U.S. slaughter market totalled 11.6 million head on April 1.
Farmers Begin Receiving Initial 85% of ECAP Payments
The USDA has been distributing the initial round of Emergency Commodity Assistance Program (ECAP) payments.
Climate Smart Commodities Program Transitions into the Advancing Markets for Producers Initiative
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced the cancellation of the Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities (PCSC) program.
Spring Planting Ramps Up In 11 Top Corn-Growing States
In the second USDA Crop Progress Report of 2025, planting has kicked off in 11 of the top 18 corn-growing states.
U.S. Cabinet Meeting Floats Plan to Legalize Undocumented Farm Workers
The Trump administration discussed easing restrictions around undocumented farm labor during an April 10 cabinet meeting.
Survey Reveals Crop Insurance is Farmer’s Top Priority
A new national survey of farmers reveals what many lawmakers already know: America’s farmers consider crop insurance the cornerstone of the farm safety net.
WASDE Report Cuts Corn Ending Stocks More Than Expected
The April 2025 USDA World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report held several surprises.
Moisture Needed to Finish Out Winter Wheat Crop
In its first Crop Progress Report for the new year, the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) reported that 48% of winter wheat across 18 states was in good-to-excellent condition.
Make America Healthy Again Effort May Push Farmers Toward Biological Crop Inputs
More U.S. farmers are considering a shift to biological crop inputs as public figures such as Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have voiced concerns regarding chemical use, influencing consumer awareness.
Mid-South, Southern Midwest Experiences Massive Flooding
Massive flooding is impacting agriculture and infrastructure throughout the Mid-South and southern Midwest.