Agriculture News
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.
Accumulated export inspections for corn show final tally could top USDA’s latest estimate, though the pace has slowed in recent months.