December Cotton Crop Forecast Slightly Higher in December
USDA’s December Crop Production report forecasts 2025-2026 U.S. cotton production at nearly 14.3 million bales, 153,000 bales, or 1.1 percent above last month’s forecast. However, that’s 140,000 bales below the 2024-2025 crop. Harvested area in 2025-2026 is
Potential Supreme Court Ruling Weighs In
The U.S. Supreme Court is expected to rule Friday on the legality of President Trump’s use of the Emergency Powers Act to implement tariffs — a decision that could carry major implications for trade. Meanwhile, Taiwan remains
Farm and Food Industry React to 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Agricultural and food industry groups across the protein, oilseed, dairy, fruit, and specialty crop sectors are broadly welcoming the release of the 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, while also raising concerns about how supporting
American Chemistry Council Welcomes Proposal to Eliminate Barriers to Competitive Freight Rail Service
WASHINGTON (Jan. 7, 2025) – The Surface Transportation Board (STB) released a proposed rule to repeal regulatory restrictions on accessing competitive freight rail service, including through reciprocal switching. “This proposal would embrace market forces, enable meaningful choice for American
U.S. Wheat Associates Rings in New Year with Staff Promotions, Additions
ARLINGTON, VA – U.S. Wheat Associates (USW) announced today the promotion of two staff members to key posts in Southeast Asia and the addition of two international staff members. The shifts reflect a shared commitment across USW’s global operations
Kennedy, Rollins Unveil Historic Reset of U.S. Nutrition Policy, Put Real Food Back at Center of Health
(Washington, D.C., January 7, 2026) – U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins today released the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030, marking the most significant reset
Soybeans Rally at Midweek
We see a decent rally higher in soybeans at midweek with mixed action across the rest of the grain trade and lower moves in livestock. Could a potential Supreme Court ruling on tariffs later this week be
USDA Names Justin Benavidez Chief Economist, Honors Seth Meyer’s Service
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins on Tuesday recognized the service of longtime USDA economist Dr. Seth Meyer and announced the appointment of Dr. Justin Benavidez as the new Chief Economist for the U.S. Department of
Nebraska Cattlemen Foundation Now Accepting 2026 Scholarship Applications
LINCOLN, NE – The Nebraska Cattlemen Research and Education Foundation (NCF) announced they are now accepting scholarship applications for the 2026-2027 academic year from qualified youth in Nebraska with an interest in the beef industry. NCF President Malina
Secretary Rollins Announces New Slate of Political Appointments to USDA
(Washington, D.C.) – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced a new slate of presidential appointments to key positions at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). “Under President Trump’s leadership, USDA is building a powerhouse team of