Over the last two seasons, however, wheat acreage has experienced an uptick, largely influenced by high wheat prices observed in the fall of 2022. This encouraged many farmers to allocate more land to ...

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has allocated $11.04 million in grants to invigorate the American dairy industry. Announced at the World Dairy Expo by Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, ...

The U.S. maritime labor scene saw a significant development as a three-day strike by 45,000 longshoremen at key East and Gulf coast ports concluded with a tentative agreement. This strike, marking the ...

Following the devastation of Hurricane Helene across the Southeast, the USDA has swiftly mobilized to support impacted farmers, foresters, and communities. This comprehensive effort includes deploying ...

Jacob Harbaugh, a dedicated dairy enthusiast from Shawano County, Wisconsin, has been recognized as the 20th recipient of the prestigious Merle Howard Award at the World Dairy Expo. This award ...

The USDA has reported a notable slowdown in bird flu detections among dairy cattle, suggesting that the outbreaks may be under control. Despite California's recent confirmation of bird flu in 12 dairy ...

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) has announced an additional $3.45 million in funding for Wisconsin’s dairy sector through her Dairy Business Innovation Initiative (DBII), a program she established ...

A recent report titled "Kings Over the Necessaries of Life" has revealed alarming trends in the agribusiness sector, highlighting how decades of mergers and consolidations have led to a significant ...

In a significant move to bolster climate resilience in agriculture, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has allocated up to $7.7 billion for fiscal year 2025. This funding, sourced from the ...

At the University of New Hampshire (UNH), autumn not only brings a spectacle of colors but also marks the harvest season of one of North America's longest-standing cucurbit breeding programs. Managed ...

Dr. Cordonnier predicts that grain markets will remain stable until a significant weather event occurs in South America. He notes that global weather issues, including drought in Russia and Ukraine, ...

As the harvest season picks up pace, a pivotal decision for farmers revolves around the optimal moisture level for harvesting corn. Recent studies advocate for an early harvest to capture higher ...