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Keeping the farm bill at the forefront of the conversation
Photo by Brownfield’s Erin Anderson. The National Farmers Union wants to ensure Congress is committed to finishing a farm bill this year. President Rob Larew says the organization remains focused on getting a new a five-year farm bill across the finish line this year. “We want to drive home the fact that safety net right…
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Nebraska climatologists collaborate for better weather prediction
Nebraska climatologists collaborate for better weather prediction norfolkneradio.com
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EU moves to impose tariffs on Russian, Belarusian agricultural imports
EU moves to impose tariffs on Russian, Belarusian agricultural imports The New Voice of Ukraine
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“A Slap In The Face”: USDA Hires Seed Oil Lobbyist As Agency Chief Of Staff
“A Slap In The Face”: USDA Hires Seed Oil Lobbyist As Agency Chief Of Staff Turning Point USA
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Boozman, Klobuchar Announce Subcommittee Leadership for 119th Congress
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Chairman John Boozman (R-AR) and Ranking Member Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) announced subcommittee leadership for the 119th Congress. “The subcommittee leaders will play an important role as we craft the farm bill and provide the tools and resources farmer, ranchers and rural communities need in these challenging times…
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AFBF Delegates Set 2025 Policy Priorities
Farmer and rancher delegates to the American Farm Bureau Federation’s convention considered many important topics before setting the highest priority ones for this year. American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall says delegates discussed a variety of issues. “Our delegates, they reaffirmed our support to utilize domestic feedstock for sustainable aviation fuel and expanding the potential…
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Have US Wheat Markets Finally Turned the Corner?
Have US Wheat Markets Finally Turned the Corner? DTN The Progressive Farmer
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Atlantic freight rates at lowest since 2020
Atlantic freight rates at lowest since 2020 AgriCensus
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Drought, low prices to drop Mexico’s grain production
Drought, low prices to drop Mexico’s grain production World Grain
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Controversial Firing of USDA Inspector General Sparks Legal Debate
Controversial Firing of USDA Inspector General Sparks Legal Debate Devdiscourse
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Feenstra on farm tax provisions expiring, “This is real.”
There’s a sense of urgency in Congress to address key farm tax provisions set to expire this year. House Ag Committee member Randy Feenstra tells Brownfield the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 has his attention. “This is real, and I tell you what this is going to affect all of our producers if…
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Convenience Stores Evolve to Become True Food Destinations
DENVER (January 29, 2025)—Convenience stores are intensifying their focus on foodservice offerings to drive foot traffic, in-store sales growth and frequency of repeat visits. Strong consumer interest in prepared foods, commissary and beverage options has led convenience stores, often referred to as c-stores, to compete much more aggressively with quick service restaurants and fast-food chains.…
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The Business Case for Data-Driven Farming
BOISE, ID — Farmers have combined traditional methods with new technology for many years. These practices have helped agriculture overcome numerous obstacles. Today, climate change, market fluctuations, and high input costs call for more refined approaches. Data-driven farming addresses this need by converting raw information into actionable insights. It builds on existing knowledge and enhances…
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New Online Tool Makes It Easier To Find Conservation Programs
New Online Tool Makes It Easier To Find Conservation Programs Agweb Powered by Farm Journal
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Grain markets rally double digits on fund-driven buying
Grain markets rally double digits on fund-driven buying | Midday Markets | January 29, 2025 Rural Radio Network
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Getting more involved in the soybean industry
The Iowa-Missouri Grassroots Fellowship is a collaborative, one-year experience for young soybean farmers to learn more about the soybean industry while improving their core leadership skills. Abby Korff says the program helps encourage participation from young farmers and provides opportunities they might not have otherwise. Korff says the program has also helped her learn about…
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Trump EPA Updates Public on Agency Assistance Following Catastrophic Wildfires
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has been assisting the local government and residents in the wake of catastrophic fires in Los Angeles County. EPA has been assigned by the Federal Emergency Management Agency with the first stage of the overall recovery and cleanup: the project to remove lithium-ion batteries and to survey, remove,…
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US detects rare bird flu strain H5N9 in poultry for first time
The finding at a California duck farm is raising alarms among public health experts that bird flu could further mutate into “unpredictable new viruses.”
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Trump freeze on federal grants and loans sparks confusion in agriculture
The Office of Management and Budget said aid to farmers won’t be affected, but listed dozens of USDA programs to be reviewed for “Marxist equity, transgenderism, and green new deal social engineering policies.”
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Don’t Let Winter Weather Catch Your Pantry Unprepared
WASHINGTON — Winter weather can be unpredictable, with snowstorms, ice or freezing temperatures keeping you indoors at opportune times. When the forecast turns grim, the last thing you want is to find your pantry bare. And trying to slog through to the store for essentials can be unpredictable and worse, dangerous. A well-stocked pantry not…
