5 Health Conditions in Your Pig Herd that Stem for Nutrition Challenges
While proper nutrition is certainly a priority item for every pig farmer, it remains a challenge to ensure every animal receives the right nutrition.
Year-Round E15 Rule Under Final Review
The approval which will allow eight Midwestern states to sell year-round E15, an effort that has taken nearly two years.
The Fed Could Lower Interest Rates in 2024
After the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady for the third month in a row, an agricultural economist detected a shift that could signal rate declines for 2024.
Agriculture Risk Coverage and Price Loss Coverage Programs Receive 2018 Farm Bill One Year Extension, Farmers Can Now Enroll for the 2024 Crop Year
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced that agricultural producers can now enroll in the Farm Service Agency’s (FSA) Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs for the 2024 crop year.
Survey Data Reveals Consumer Organic Purchasing Habits
Sales of retail organic produce have stayed consistent in 2023. However, inflation and economic uncertainty have slowed growth.
Booming Dairy Sales Expected Again in 2024
Domestic dairy demand is slated to keep growing in 2024. According to dairy economists, cheese, butter and yogurt products will lead the way.
USDA Launches Workshops on Livestock Risk Management Products
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is hosting more than a dozen in-person and virtual workshops this winter for producers to learn about new and expanded livestock risk management products.
SEC Files Suit Against Texas-Based Cattle Ponzi Scheme
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced Friday a temporary restraining order, asset freeze, and other emergency relief to stop an ongoing $191 million cattle Ponzi scheme.
Whole Milk Offers Multi-Faceted Health Benefits, According to Studies
With the recent passage of the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, the U.S. dairy industry is once again promoting the science behind the health benefits of whole milk consumption.
Biden Agrees to Support Pivotal GREET Legislation, Advancing Biofuel Use In Aviation
The Biden Administration announced support for renewable fuels used as sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), a landmark decision providing a pivotal win for the ethanol and biodiesel industries.