Soybean prices reached a two-month high before closing lower, influenced by concerns about export demand and the effects of late-season drought on U.S. crop yields. The most-active soybean contract ...

U.S. livestock farmers could receive funding to adopt more sustainable practices under a new bill introduced in the House and Senate. The bill proposes using funds from the Inflation Reduction Act ...

The U.S. dairy market is experiencing a period of growth, driven by robust exports and increased domestic consumption. Despite a stable average all-milk price from June to July, future prices are ...

According to a coalition of 177 trade groups, these ports manage around 41% of the nation's containerized port volume. If a strike occurs, it could lead to severe disruptions in the U.S. economy, ...

In contrast, continuous cropping involves planting crops annually, eliminating the fallow period. The USDA researchers, led by Upendra M. Sainju, found that no-till continuous cropping systems can ...

Calling all farmers, land managers, and anyone working with landowners! The UW-Madison Division of Extension is hosting a series of free Soil Health Workshops this October. These workshops will equip ...

Wisconsin's potato production saw significant growth in 2023, with total output reaching 28.4 million hundredweight (cwt), an increase of 8% compared to 2022, according to the USDA National ...

At a Pennsylvania roundtable, former President Donald Trump announced plans to impose a 200% tariff on John Deere imports if they continue to move manufacturing jobs to Mexico. He emphasized his ...

The U.S. cattle industry is facing a unique challenge in its current cycle, deviating from the traditional patterns of herd rebuilding seen in previous decades. Today's cattle market, marked by high ...

An official from the American Farm Bureau (AFB) recently indicated that there may be a chance for temporary farm aid during the upcoming lame-duck session of Congress. This comes after the current ...

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) hosted its final National Equity Convening in Washington, D.C., celebrating a significant year of progress towards inclusivity in its programs. This event ...

Funded by the Inflation Reduction Act, these projects promise to lower electricity costs for rural households and boost economic development across nine states. The projects will involve investments ...