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Republicans Urge Legal Fix for Ag Workforce
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Tariff Disrupts U.S.-Brazil Beef Trade
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USDA Lab Opens with Food Safety Focus
…comprehensive new plan to strengthen national food safety efforts. The initiative reflects USDA’s continued commitment to preventing foodborne illnesses and protecting the public. USDA Lab Opens with Food Safety Focus…
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…prices are still elevated, the lack of dramatic changes has provided a temporary sense of consistency for producers planning nutrient purchases. Fertilizer Prices Steady as Brazil Potash Secures Funding According…
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AgNet News Hour Friday, 07-18-25
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