Beginning Farmer Equipment and Infrastructure Grants Open
St. Paul, MN – The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is now accepting applications for the Beginning Farmer Equipment and Infrastructure Grant. The program was established by the Minnesota Legislature and supports farmers by helping them access essential equipment
BASF Receives Notice of EPA Approval for Engenia Herbicide
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC – On Friday, BASF received notice from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of federal registration for Engenia® herbicide for over the top (OTT) applications on dicamba-tolerant soybeans and cotton. This new registration enables
Over-the-Top Dicamba Gets Two Year Registration from EPA
WASHINGTON — Last week, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) established the strongest protections in agency history for over-the-top (OTT) dicamba application on dicamba-tolerant cotton and soybean crops. This decision responds directly to the strong advocacy of America’s
USDA Announces Appointment of North Dakota Soybean Producer Rob Rose of Wimbledon to the United Soybean Board
FARGO, ND – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced on February 2 the appointment of North Dakota soybean producer Rob Rose of Wimbledon to serve on the United Soybean Board (USB). Rose will serve a three-year term beginning
U.S. Dairy Welcomes U.S.-Argentina Trade Agreement
ARLINGTON, VA – The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF), U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) and Consortium for Common Food Names (CCFN) celebrated the signing of a U.S.–Argentina Agreement on Reciprocal Trade and Investment late yesterday that includes tariff and nontariff barrier
Farm Credit Highlights Mission, Policy Advocacy and Customer Support During 2026 Annual Meeting
ORLANDO, FL – More than 800 Farm Credit leaders gathered in Orlando, Florida, for the 2026 Farm Credit Annual Meeting to reaffirm their core mission of supporting members, strengthening rural communities and advancing agriculture amid challenges. Over three
National Association of Wheat Growers, North American Miller’s Association and American Bakers Association Address Florida Glyphosate Announcement
Washington, D.C. – In response to the recent announcement by Florida officials regarding glyphosate and bread products, the National Association of Wheat Growers (NAWG), North American Miller’s Association (NAMA) and American Bakers Association (ABA) issued the following joint statement:
R-CALF USA Statement on FDA Emergency Use Authorization for Ivomec
BILLINGS, Mont. — Last week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an emergency use authorization for Ivomec (ivermectin) injectable solution to help prevent infestations caused by New World screwworm (NWS). The FDA said scientific evidence suggests Ivomec
R-CALF USA Statement on Presidential Proclamation Increasing Imports of Argentinian Beef
Billings, Mont. – On Friday, President Trump issued a proclamation entitled “Ensuring Affordable Beef for the American Consumer.” The proclamation increases the in-quota quantity of lean beef trimmings that can be imported from Argentina by an additional
SDSU Extension to Discuss Estate Planning at Sustaining the Legacy Conferences
BROOKINGS S.D. – South Dakota State University Extension will continue to assist farmers and ranchers with estate and farm transition planning through its final Sustaining the Legacy conference in 2026. The final 2026 Conference will be held at the SDSU