Rollins Outlines USDA Response as Fertilizer Prices Surge and Farm Margins Tighten
Rising fertilizer costs are once again tightening margins for U.S. farmers, but new data and industry reaction suggest the problem runs deeper than a single season—raising concerns about long-term supply, market structure, and the future of U.S.
USDA Expands Disaster Aid with Second SDRP Payment and Deadline Extension for Producers
Higginsville, MO – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins, speaking in Missouri, announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture is expanding disaster assistance for agricultural producers by issuing a second round of payments through the Supplemental Disaster
Grain Markets Quiet on Friday; What’s the Latest with Fertilizer Prices?
A quiet end of the week in the grain trade on Friday. We are joined by StoneX Senior Commodities Economist Mike Castle who breaks down the grain market trade to finish the week and provides thoughts on
Cattle Futures Find Some Support on Friday
The cattle complex found some support in futures on Friday while this week’s cash trade was steady to about $2 lower. Rumors continue to play an underlying role in the cattle markets while the grains search for
NCBA Members Bring Cattle Industry Priorities to Washington During Legislative Conference
WASHINGTON (April 24, 2026) – The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), and its nationwide network of state affiliates, concluded its 2026 Legislative Conference this week, bringing together cattle producers from across the country to advocate for policy solutions
Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative Urges Swift Action on the Farm Bill in the House
GREEN BAY, Wis. — Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, the second largest dairy cooperative in the country based on milk volume, recently joined over 300 other agricultural organizations calling for swift action by the House of Representatives in
Federal Policy Issues for the U.S. Hemp Industry
On the Friday, April 24th, 2026 episode of AOA, we discuss policy items for the hemp industry, including why U.S. farmers are urging Congress to grant a two-year extension on a moratorium ban. Jonathan Miller, U.S. Hemp
Navigating the Ag Economy Climate with Your Lender
On the Friday, April 24th, 2026 episode of AOA we talk with Dinese Watson, Senior Vice President and Ag Lending Manager at Merchants Bank, who shares how lenders are helping farmers navigate the current economic climate. Learn
Oil Corporations Attempt to Derail Legislation That Lowers Fuel Prices
The leader of the National Corn Growers Association this week called out several major companies trying to derail legislation that would allow for the year-round sale of fuels with 15% ethanol blends, also referred to as E15.
USDA Wants More Farmers Included in Surveys
The USDA is planning changes to its crop reporting process after a sharp decline in farmer participation raised concerns about data reliability. Officials say response rates for the agency’s March 31 planting intentions report fell to 37.6