The latest news from the agricultural sector
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
Prevent wildfires with smart and safe ATV/UTV practices
Adopting effective fire prevention strategies for ATV and UTV use is crucial for protecting North Dakota’s natural landscapes. Read more
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2024-10-17
Terminal Strike Couldn’t Come At A Worse Time
More than 600 grain terminal workers at a half dozen facilities in the port of Vancouver hit the bricks earlier today, creating more headaches for prairie farmers. This walkout comes only a month... Read more
2024-10-17
Former AED Chairman Urges Senate to Reconsider Broad Approach to Right to Repair
According to a news release from the American Equipment Distributors (AED), Craig Drury, vice president of operations at Vermeer Canada, and Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) 2021 chairman,... Read more
2024-10-17
Saskatchewan Harvest Mostly Finished
Limited rainfall this past allowed the Saskatchewan harvest to mostly wrap up for the year. Read more
2024-10-17
IGC Raises 2024-25 Soybean Production Estimate to New High
The International Grains Council has raised its 2024-25 world soybean production estimate to a new record high this month. 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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