The latest news from the agricultural sector
2022-06-06
Bipartisan Senate bills seek to diminish corporate squeeze on meat pricing
Two bills would give the federal government more investigative tools and transparency in pricing. Read more
2022-06-06
Evening Edition | June 6, 2022
In tonight’s Evening Edition, read about the latest USDA Crop Progress Report, the highest-ever ethanol mandate, and Ukraine grain exports. Read more
2022-06-06
USDA Crop Progress Report | June 6, 2022
As of Sunday, the report pegged corn planted at 94%, compared with 92% for the previous five-year average; 78% has emerged compared with 81% for the previous five-year average. Read more
2022-06-06
'Some of the kids had never seen a cow before'
Pupils are dealing with the "sensory overload" that comes with visiting a farm for the first time. Read more
2022-06-06
Can the G7 be a force for good in the current global food security crisis?
Ambitious commitments must be backed by action and funding. Read more
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2022-06-04
2022 Census of Agriculture signup ends June 30
The survey has been conducted for more than 180 years and serves as a source of comprehensive, impartial ag data for the nation. Read more
2022-06-03
Slow growth in organic food sales as pandemic fades
Organic food saw the slowest growth rate in over a decade, with less than a 2% increase in 2021. Read more
2022-06-03
Farmers tops in trustworthiness survey
When 1,000 consumers were asked who they trusted in the food system, farmers were the clear winners, said the economists. Read more
2022-06-03
Biofuel Producer Program to fund and restore sustainable fuel markets hit by pandemic
The $700 million will provide economic relief to more than 100 biofuel producers and 195 facilities. Read more
2022-06-03
Evening Edition | Friday, June 3, 2022
In this Evening Edition, read about mandates and financial support for biofuel producers, the upcoming USDA Grain Stocks and Acreage Reports, and the turkey supply. Read more
2022-06-03
Agricultural show returns after two-year break
The Royal Bath and West Show is back for the first time since before the Covid pandemic. Read more
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2022-06-03
'My life has changed thanks to coffee'
Some of the world's best beans come from an island in DR Congo, where ex-fighters get a second chance. Read more
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