…biggest concern is that many countries grow soy and corn, and now there’s room in China’s markets for these commodities. “We could lose the market even if the tariffs eventually…
China Accepts U.S. Rice Imports, a Sign of a Warming Relationship
…significant purchase of American soybeans and agreed to not impose tariffs on cars or corn. This news of rice imports adds more relief as the counties attempt to mitigate the…
Ag Groups Pleased with 2018 Farm Bill
Several agriculture groups are pleased with the 2018 Farm Bill. Groups such as the National Corn Growers Association, National Cotton Council and the American Farm Bureau Federation spoke out and…
Perdue Applauds USDA’s 2018 Accomplishments
…ensure this assistance reaches those affected, FSA is facilitating the Market Facilitation Program to provide payments to corn, cotton, dairy, hog, sorghum, soybean, and wheat producers; AMS is managing a…
Genome Published of the Small Hive Beetle, a Major Honey Bee Parasite
…the destructive and invasive Asian longhorned beetle along with other sap beetles that are pests of sweet corn, tomatoes, strawberries and other fruit and vegetable crops. Source: Agricultural Research Service…
China and U.S. Attempt to Resolve Trade Issues Within 90 Days
…the tariffs imposed on cars and corn. The two nations have also agreed to attempt to resolve the trade disputes over the next 90 days. On Friday, however, the Trump…
Purple Veggies to Consider Growing
…sweet potatoes, and for that reason, will take a bit longer to cook. Other purple veggies you might add include: purple corn, brussel sprouts, cauliflower, okra, asparagus and beans. Your…
Secretary Perdue Names NRCS Chief
…operation, which includes poultry, beef cattle, row crops, and sweet corn. “I am honored and humbled to serve America’s agricultural industry in this new capacity,” Lohr said. “As a 5th…
Cattlemen, Sheep Producers Urge Senate Action
…House of Representatives,” said ASI President Mike Corn. “We urge the Senate to take quick action on this bill and stand ready to help ensure final passage.” PLC President Bob…
USDA Planning Trade Aid Round Two Distribution
…first round. Corn growers will receive one cent per bushel, and soybean growers will receive $1.65 per bushel, per 50 percent of production. Hog producers will receive $8 per head…
Drought Monitor: Wet Harvest Continues Next Week
The U.S. Drought Monitor weekly update shows more wet weather ahead for the Midwest. Much of the Corn Belt received adequate or above needed moisture this growing season. However, pockets…
Crops of the Future Collaborative Funds Downy Mildew Research at UC Davis
…composed of ten members currently, and soon to be a few more, that are working in leafy greens, corn, and wheat,” Rockey said. “We’ll be branching out to other crops…
U.S. Agricultural Export Opportunities in South Korea
…corn, soybeans for crushing, whey for feed use, hides and skins, cotton, almonds, pistachios, orange juice, cherries, and wine previously faced duties as high as 487 percent, but under KORUS…
U.S. Now has 6.5 Million Acres of Organic Certified Land
…the country. Total land increased two percent from 6.4 million acres. States along the East Coast, through the Corn Belt, and through the West reported the largest gains in total…