Agriculture News
Despite daily volatility, cattle markets are still driven by strong demand and tight supplies. Rising fuel costs could pressure consumers, but slow herd expansion keeps the long-term outlook bullish through the decade.
Following a major stakeholder meeting, USDA is boosting survey sample sizes and moving data-focused offices out of D.C. to rebuild farmer trust and improve the accuracy of its agricultural reports.
The dry conditions have allowed for swift planting progress
USDA annual summary shows red-meat production fell 2% last year, with beef production down 4%.
Freezing temperatures pushed condition ratings lower again this week
In a candid conversation with Farm Journal, USDA Deputy Secretary Stephen Vaden says USDA’s message to fertilizer companies is simple: “Be part of the solution, don’t be part of the problem.”
Chances for higher than usual temperatures across nearly the entire lower 48
54% Rural Bankers Say Local Economies Are in Recession
Heavy rains came to the area at the start of planting season
As the Iran war drives fertilizer prices up 40%, the Trump administration is warning against price gouging. A new survey shows only 60% of corn farmers have secured their nitrogen needs for 2026.