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DHS and USDA Move to Protect American Farmers and Ensure Continued Flow of America’s Food Supply
The Department of Homeland Security, with the support of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), has announced a temporary final…
Multiple Freezes Threaten Winter Wheat in Southern Great Plains
The crunch John Schlessiger heard when he stepped into his wheat field early this week sent a chilling signal. For…
U.S. Corn, Soybeans, and Wheat in World Perspective
Wide-spread concern exists over the large decline in US share of world corn, soybean, and wheat exports (see Figure 1). …
Focus on Logistical Disruptions for Food, as USDA Assistance Plan Expected Soon
New York Times writers Michael Corkery and David Yaffe-Bellany reported this week that, “The nation’s food supply chain is showing signs of strain, as…
Managing Seed Quality Issues in Soybeans
The 2019 soybean harvest was problematic. Wet weather delayed harvest in many parts of the state, and a hard early frost added…
Six Things to Know Before You Spray Enlist Herbicides in 2020
Enlist crop acreage is set to expand significantly in 2020, thanks to a boost from new volumes of Enlist E3…
The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) of the CARES Act
Farm business owners, along with other self-employed individuals and sole proprietors, are eligible for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), a…
Texas Peach Crop Looking Good Despite Early Concerns
A half-bushel of Philley Peaches from the 2019 growing season. Peach orchards around the state are experiencing good growing conditions.…
Loss of Packing Plants a Growing Concern for Oversupplied Hog Industry
A backup of hog supplies on farms across the country as restaurants and food services are closed during the COVID-19…
Decline in Farm Income Seen, Processing Disruptions Continue, Phase One Trade
COVID-19 Impacts- Farm Income, Meat Processing DTN Ag Policy Editor Chris Clayton reported this week that, “An updated economic analysis looking at the…