Corn and Soybean Harvest Moving Rapidly to a Close in the U.S.
(FARGO, ND)– Wide open harvest weather is leading to a rapid harvest of corn and soybean crops nationwide as we near the end of October. According to the latest Crop Progress Report, corn harvest is 65% complete
USDA to Begin Issuing $2.14 Billion to Agricultural Producers Through Key Conservation and Safety-Net Programs
WASHINGTON, Oct. 21, 2024 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced that it will begin issuing more than $2.14 billion in payments to eligible agricultural producers, and landowners—providing much needed support through key conservation and safety-net
High Quality Wheat for Every Need Detailed in 2024 U.S. Crop Quality Report
ARLINGTON, Virginia — As a key part of its commitment to transparency and service, U.S. Wheat Associates (USW) has produced the 2024 U.S. Crop Quality Report that includes grade, flour, dough, and baking data for five of six U.S.
IDFA to DGAC: Where Is The Science?
WASHINGTON, Oct. 21, 2024—Ahead of the final public meeting of the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee (DGAC), the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) is raising concerns about the need for additional transparency and accountability in the DGAC process. In formal
Grant Promotes Clean Water Through Performance-Based Financing
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (Oct. 21, 2024) – Though fertilizer runoff can cause water pollution, the demand for high crop yields often stymies conservation practices. One possible answer lies with encouraging private financiers to incentivize farm sustainability efforts
Peterson Farms Seed Invites Artist Submissions for Christmas Card Contest
PROSPER, N.D. — Peterson Farms Seed is searching for the next masterpiece to grace our 2024 Christmas card. We’re looking for a design that captures the magic of Christmas on the farm – think twinkling lights, snowy
Potato Sustainability Alliance Welcomes New Member Companies and Grower Associates
St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin (October 21 , 2024) – The Potato Sustainability Alliance (PSA) has welcomed seven new members to its organization since the first quarter of 2024. RPE, LLC becomes the third member of the Fresh
2025 Lois Britt Memorial Pork Industry Scholarship Applications Open
Des Moines, Iowa (Oct. 21, 2024) — The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) is accepting 2025 Lois Britt Memorial Pork Industry Scholarship applications. Ten $2,500 scholarships are awarded annually to college students who intend to pursue a career in
Biofuel Groups Welcome Supreme Court Decision on SRE Litigation
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Two prominent biofuel groups—Growth Energy and the Renewable Fuels Association (RFA)—commented on the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to grant certiorari on petitions pertaining to the administration of small refinery exemptions (SREs) under the Renewable Fuel Standard
Rob-See-Co Announces Leadership Team Appointments
ELKHORN, Nebr. (October 21, 2024) – Rob-See-Co, an independent seed company located in Elkhorn, Nebr. is pleased to announce two leadership team appointments. Brian Davis will assume the role of National Sales Manager and Jeff Dilbeck will assume