The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-10-17
Parallel Ag Named Top Massey Ferguson Dealer in North America
CHICKASHA, Okla.– Parallel Ag, a leading agricultural equipment dealership across the Midwest and Southern Plains, has officially been named the number one dealer for Massey Ferguson in North America.... Read more
2024-10-17
Grazing residue has minimal effects on soil
One of the most common concerns about grazing corn residue is that cattle will cause soil compaction. Read more
2024-10-17
MN Cropcast: Soybean Harvest Report From the Field With Curt Burns
What is Minnesota CropCast? Read more
2024-10-17
Major USDA Investments in Local Foods Strengthen School Meals
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today emphasized USDA’s ongoing commitment to connecting local farmers and producers with schools nationwide that serve meals to about 30 million children every... Read more
2024-10-17
Study: Lengthy N impact in tile systems
Midwestern soils are among the most productive in the world, thanks in part to extensive tile drainage systems that remove excess water from crop fields. But water isn’t the only thing flowing through... Read more
2024-10-17
Cattle and Beef Markets
Cattle and beef markets started the fourth quarter with some considerable price optimism. Live cattle futures and feeder cattle futures rallied to close to levels seen prior to the second price break... Read more
2024-10-17
FDA Report Shows Small Decline in Sales of Antibiotics for Food-Producing Animals
New data from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) show that sales of medically important antibiotics in food-producing animals fell by 2% last year. Read more
2024-10-17
USDA Highlights Success of Historic Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities Initiative
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today celebrated the ongoing success of the Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities, a historic and innovative funding opportunity that expands markets for... Read more
2024-10-17
Biden-Harris Administration Connects People, Farms and Businesses to Reliable High-Speed Internet in the Dakotas and Eight States
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Under Secretary Dr. Basil Gooden today announced nearly $173 million in funding to connect rural residents, farmers and business owners in the... Read more
2024-10-16
Push for equitable U.S. biofuel tax credits
Farm Bureau meets with officials to advocate for changes in tax credits that currently disadvantage U.S. farmers in biofuel markets. Read more
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2024-10-16
USDA leads support in Georgia post-hurricane
Visit to Augusta's food bank by USDA Deputy Secretary emphasizes urgent disaster support. Read more
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2024-10-16
CBP keeps illegal products out of the U.S.
Illegal bologna and snake meat were recently intercepted at points of entry Read more