…it’s not just that we’ve been setting record values on cattle prices and everything else—it’s the land values that have gone up.” As lawmakers debate the future of the 2017…
NCGA Expressed Disappointment Over Year-Round E15 Access in Year-End Legislation
DepositPhotos image The National Corn Growers Association expressed disappointment over the lack of year-round E15 access in year-end legislation, which they believed would help farmers facing low crop prices. NCBA…
World Ag Expo® Announces 2025 Top-10 New Product Contest Winners
…and at night. Newly redesigned for 2025, the next-generation model boasts a heavier payload, higher productivity, and commercially proven reliability in the field—delivering unmatched value to growers worldwide. Space SS63 │ flypyka.com Pollination…
Supporting Women in Western Industries with $30,000 Scholarship
…$30,000 to a freshman female undergraduate pursuing a Western-affiliated degree, with the funds distributed over three years to help alleviate the cost of higher education. Erin DeLong, Marketing Manager for…
Report Warns Losing Glyphosate Could Reshape Farm Bill Costs and Policies
…report, said that rising production costs might force policymakers to reconsider spending on commodities, conservation, and nutrition programs. He warned that higher costs could push lawmakers to reduce budgets, affecting…
Farm Bureau Pleads for Farmer Aid as Funding Bill Falters Following Musk Tweet
…repairs. In the meantime, the prices farmers receive for their products have dropped, pushing many into debt. Some lenders are even considering cutting off operating loans unless the government steps…
Commodity Groups Advocate for Economic Assistance Amid Farm Bill Delays
…fertilizers, fuel, and other inputs, alongside weather-related disruptions that have impacted yields. Commodity-specific concerns are also driving the push for aid. For example, during the COVID-19 pandemic, groups representing corn,…
World Rice Balance Sheets Update
…rice exports also expected to reach a record 58.1 million tons.” “This month we increased our trade forecast by 1.2 million tons, reflecting higher exports out of Cambodia, Vietnam, Thailand,…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 12-12-24
…covers supply, demand, and market dynamics, emphasizing the importance of managing margins between commodity inputs and outputs. Sabrina has this week’s Almond Update from the Almond Board of California. In…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 12-10-24
…focusing on strawberries, blueberries, citrus, avocados, and fresh apples. Discussion reveals how weather conditions and other factors have impacted production and prices. Dr. Maganã also provides insights into the vegetable…
USDA Forecasts Decline in Farm Income for 2024, Specialty Crops a Bright Spot
…wheat, soybeans, corn, and cotton. Cotton is expected to suffer the steepest decline, with receipts plummeting nearly 30%. USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer notes cotton prices have dropped from an…
American Agriculture History Minute: Learning the Laws of Supply and Demand
…But eventually, the increased supply would put severe downward pressure on cotton prices. First from 1820 to 1823, and again 1840 to 1843, sugarcane began being grown in Louisiana and…
Federal Court Blocks Corporate Transparency Act, Offering Relief to Farmers and Ranchers
…higher courts. While the injunction provides temporary relief, agricultural groups continue to advocate for a long-term legislative solution. Farmers and ranchers are encouraged to consult legal and financial professionals to…
Tariffs and Trade: Examining Potential Impacts on Agriculture
…into consumer behavior. Fumasi noted that tariffs on imports like fresh produce could significantly raise prices, particularly for fruits and vegetables from Mexico and Canada. While higher-income households may weather…