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NCGA Statement on Tariff Pause
President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that he was placing a 90-day pause on all reciprocal tariffs, with the exception of China. In response to this development, Illinois farmer and NCGA President Kenneth Hartman Jr. released the following statement: “We appreciate the administration’s decision to place a 90-day pause on the reciprocal tariffs it had…
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Strengthening Rental Operations and Expanding Absorption Coverage
Strengthening Rental Operations and Expanding Absorption Coverage  Farm Equipment
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Trying to fix my combine, I need politicians who really get what farmers are facing
Trying to fix my combine, I need politicians who really get what farmers are facing  CBC
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The Evolution of Machinery in the Construction Industry
The Evolution of Machinery in the Construction Industry  The Dixon Pilot
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Farm groups express appreciation for tariff pauses
Farm groups express appreciation for tariff pauses  Rural Radio Network
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USDA Funds Nasal Vaccine to Stop Bird Flu Spread
USDA Funds Nasal Vaccine to Stop Bird Flu Spread  Farms.com
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EU To Pause Counter Tariffs
(BRUSSELS) — The European Union is pausing countermeasures against U.S. tariffs for 90 days. It comes after President Trump announced a 90 pause yesterday on some tariffs. Yesterday, the EU voted in favor of a package that was meant to respond to U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum that were put in place last month.…
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Intermediate wheatgrass as a dual use crop for grain and grazing
Intermediate wheatgrass as a dual use crop for grain and grazing  Frontiers
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CONAB raises Brazil soybean, corn crop estimates
Brazil’s equivalent of the USDA has increased its soybean and corn production projections. CONAB says those larger crops are due to better yields thanks to some improvements in weather, along with higher planted area. Soybeans are seen at a record 167.9 million tons, 0.3% more than in March and up 13.6% from 2024. CONAB did…
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Popular sausages recalled because they might contain hard plastic
Popular sausages recalled because they might contain hard plastic  PennLive.com
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Continuum Ag Launches TopSoil Connect: Turning Farm Data into Real Financial Value
(WASHINGTON, IA)– Utilizing farm data provides a new revenue source for farmers looking to boost profitability. However, oftentimes, it is unclear which program is a fit and what contract is best to sign. The launch of TopSoil Connect provides a transparent, farmer-first platform that links field-level data to real financial opportunities, helping farmers unlock value in…
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Despite Tariffs, U.S. Soybeans Set to Reach China
(SINGAPORE) — As trade war tensions between the U.S. and China escalate, many traders are wondering what that could mean for commodities that have already been shipped from the U.S. to China. According to Reuters, China is set to receive about 3 million metric tons of U.S. soybeans in April-May despite new higher tariffs. Sources…
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Egg Prices Increase to Record High Despite Trump’s Predictions and Bird Flu Outbreak Slowing
WASHINGTON — In defiance of President Donald Trump’s predictions, U.S. egg prices increased again last month to reach a new record-high of $6.23 despite a drop in wholesale prices and no egg farms having bird flu outbreaks. The increase reported Thursday in the Consumer Price Index means consumers and businesses that rely on eggs should not anticipate immediate relief. Demand…
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Don’t Forget Crop Protection Signup Deadline
There’s no question that farmers always have a lot to do. With everything stacked up on the to-do list, it can be easy to forget to sign up for USDA’s farm safety net programs. However, the deadline is rapidly approaching. The Farm Service Agency’s Agriculture Risk Coverage and Price Loss Coverage programs are two key…
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U.S. corn stocks down and acres expected to rise from a year ago
U.S. corn stocks down and acres expected to rise from a year ago  Agweek
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Trump Administration Discussing Farmer Tariff Relief Package
(WASHINGTON D.C.) — The White House and congressional lawmakers have begun discussing a tariff relief package. The talks are starting as agricultural trade groups continue to warn elected officials about the economic repercussions of tariffs. “We’re setting up the infrastructure that if, in fact, we have some short-term economic consequences for our farmers and ranchers,…
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Trump Tariff Pause a Positive & Appreciated by Soy Growers, Along with Drop to 10% Individualized Tariff for Most Countries: Farmers Need Negotiations with China Next
(WASHINGTON D.C.) — Soybean farmers across the U.S. were pleased to hear most countries will get a 90-day reprieve from the new individualized tariffs announced April 2—an opportunity for negotiations with our trading partners that could lead to consensus and potentially avoid permanent tariffs, along with improving market access for U.S. agriculture. With the pause…
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Ag Aviation Industry Urges All Drone Operators to Operate Safely and Give Right-of-Way to Manned Agricultural Aircraft This Growing Season
(ALEXANDRIA, VA) – APRIL 10, 2025 – As the United States agriculture industry enters the upcoming growing season, the National Agricultural Aviation Association (NAAA) asks all uncrewed aircraft system (UAS) operators (or drones) to be mindful of low-altitude crewed (or manned) agricultural aircraft operations. Agricultural aviators treat 127 million acres of cropland in the U.S.…
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Trying to fix my combine, I need politicians who really get what farmers are facing
Trying to fix my combine, I need politicians who really get what farmers are facing  CBC
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30% US tariff: The looming crisis for South Africa’s agriculture and manufacturing sectors
30% US tariff: The looming crisis for South Africa’s agriculture and manufacturing sectors  MSN
