Soy Farmers Grateful for Chairman Thompson’s Continued Focus on Critical Farm Bill Programs
Washington, D.C. — The American Soybean Association is grateful for Chairman Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson’s continued, steadfast support of farm bill programs that are critical to U.S. soybean farmers. The House Agriculture Committee has completed a two-day markup of
Cattlemen Urge Congress to Pass Tax Relief and Ag Priorities
WASHINGTON (May 16, 2025) – Today, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) urged Congress to swiftly pass the House reconciliation package, which contains crucial tax relief and agricultural policy priorities that support America’s hardworking family farmers and ranchers.
Grains end the week under pressure, cattle mixed
Corn futures ended the week on a sour note, down 5 cents in July, as favorable weather and widespread Midwest rains weighed on the market. Forecasts call for more soaking rains across key growing areas next week.
Markets Stabilize Some on Friday
We see the soy complex stabilizing a bit to end the week after all the disappointment in the trade surrounding RVOs and more while corn remains quiet and wheat is slipping lower. Is that due to this
Close Biosecurity Gaps with Strategic Feed Decisions
ARDEN HILLS, Minn. – Protecting pigs from outside pathogens starts with a sound biosecurity plan – including disinfecting equipment, showering when entering and exiting buildings, and cleaning all vehicles upon entering the farm. But one important element
National Farmers Union Foundation Announces 2025 Annual Scholarship Award Recipients
WASHINGTON – National Farmers Union Foundation (NFUF) today announced this year’s recipients of its prestigious annual scholarship awards. Patrick Olson, a member of South Dakota Farmers Union (SDFU), has been awarded the Hubert K. & JoAnn Seymour Scholarship.
Secretary Rollins Concludes Visit to U.K., Fights for Key Opportunities for U.S. Agricultural Products
(Washington D.C.) – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins concludes the final day of her trade delegation visit to the United Kingdom. This visit comes after President Donald J. Trump announced last week, on the 80th anniversary of Victory Day for
R-CALF USA Announces 2025 Convention ‘All In,’ Registration Now Open
DEADWOOD, S.D. — R-CALF USA is set to host its 2025 National Convention and Trade Show, themed “All In,” from June 17-19, 2025, at The Lodge at Deadwood. The convention is expected to draw hundreds of cattle
NACD President Testifies on Conservation
The National Association of Conservation Districts President Gary Blair testified at the Senate Ag Committee hearing regarding Perspectives from the Field, Part 4: Conservation. “Getting funding to local communities to assist producers with conservation plans and implement
EPA Sends RVO Proposal to the White House
(WASHINGTON D.C.) — The Environmental Protection Agency has sent a proposed rule setting the amount of biofuels that oil refiners must blend into their fuel starting next year. Reuters says the White House must sign off on