The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-10-04
USDA Grain Inspection Advisory Committee to Meet October 29-30
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Grain Inspection Advisory Committee’s fall meeting will be held October 29-30 in Kansas City, Missouri. The USDA Agricultural Marketing Service’s Federal... Read more
2024-10-04
USDA Invests more than $11 Million to Support Resiliency in U.S. Dairy Industry
- The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced $11.04 million in funding to support dairy businesses and producers under the Dairy Business Innovation Initiatives (DBI) grant program,... Read more
2024-10-04
Special Notice for Third Party Logistic (3PL) Firms for Transportation, Storage, and Distribution of Food for the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) – Request for Information
POC: Nick Skarzynski, Contract Specialist, AMS Commodity Procurement Program, Phone (404) 562-5862, Email:
Nicholas.Skarzynski@usda.gov Read more
2024-10-04
Case IH tractor receives 125 bids en route to highest auction price
The tractor had 900 hours showing at the time of sale Read more
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2024-10-04
USDA boosts research in organic weed control
Penn State leads a USDA-funded study on using anaerobic soil disinfestation to control weeds in organic farming. Read more
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2024-10-04
Join the excitement at the 2025 Farm Bureau Convention
The 2025 American Farm Bureau Convention in San Antonio, Texas, is now open for registration. Enjoy workshops, keynote speakers, and a vibrant trade show to connect and learn. Read more
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2024-10-04
Milking practices linked to bovine flu spread
New research links milking procedures to the spread of bovine H5N1 influenza, urging improved biosecurity measures in dairy operations. Read more
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2024-10-04
Helping astronauts grow crops in space
Researchers found a way to recycle urine and use it as fertilizer Read more
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2024-10-04
USDA invests $104 million in rural clean energy initiatives
The USDA announces a $104 million investment in rural clean energy projects, focusing on lowering energy costs and creating jobs for farmers and rural businesses in 34 states. Read more
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2024-10-04
Meristem unveils new liquid BIO-CAPSULE technology
Meristem Crop Performance introduces LIQUID BIO-CAPSULE TECHNOLOGY, enhancing microbial product effectiveness for farmers with versatile, convenient spray applications. Read more
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2024-10-04
Election 2024 - farm policy battle between Harris and Trump
Discover how Trump and Harris are addressing farm policies, including trade and labor issues, in their 2024 campaigns. Read more
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2024-10-04
Bayer expands with New Canola facility acquisition
Bayer CropScience Inc. strengthens its canola business with the acquisition of a key facility in Coaldale, AB, enhancing production and service. Read more
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