Rhoden Activates South Dakota Drought Task Force Amid Expanding Dry Conditions
Governor Larry Rhoden has activated South Dakota’s Drought Task Force as dry conditions continue to impact portions of the state, particularly across agricultural regions. In a statement released from Pierre, the governor announced the task force will
MN Farm Bureau Shares Message of Farmer Well-Being During Mental Health Awareness Month
EAGAN, Minn. – During Mental Health Awareness Month, the Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation (MFBF) is encouraging conversations around mental health in agriculture and reminding farmers and ranchers that support and resources are available. Farming is a rewarding yet
FMC Corporation Announces Agreement to Divest India Commercial Business to Crystal Crop Protection Limited
PHILADELPHIA, May 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — FMC Corporation (NYSE:FMC), a leading global agricultural sciences company, announced today it has signed a definitive agreement to sell FMC India Private Limited (FMC India) to Crystal Crop Protection Limited, a crop solutions
Iowa Pork Producers Deliver More Than 100,000 Servings of Protein to Pantries
CLIVE, Iowa – Iowa pork producers are making a meaningful impact in communities across the state through the continued success of their Pork in the Pantry program. In 2026, the Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) partnered with county
Commodities and Cattle See Pressure at Midday Thursday
We see pressure across commodities, energies and cattle on Thursday as optimism grows about a deal to end the war with Iran. That is helping fuel positivity in the stock market as well as we near the
March Pork Exports Third Largest on Record; Beef Variety Meat Value Reaches New High
March exports of U.S. pork were among the largest on record, concluding a very strong first quarter, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). While March beef exports were
USDA Requires SNAP Authorized Retailers to Carry More Real Food
(Washington, D.C., May 7, 2026) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) published the final rule regarding stocking standards for retailers participating in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), ensuring a broader variety of nutritious food is
Veterinary Association Applauds House Farm Bill Passage
The U.S. House of Representatives has advanced a new farm bill that includes key provisions supporting veterinary medicine, animal health, and public safety. The legislation is drawing praise from the American Veterinary Medical Association. The legislation reauthorizes