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The Agricultural Marketing Service is seeking comments on possible changes to Prime marbling classifications and skeletal maturity requirements for cattle verified younger than 30 months. Comments are due September 8, 2026.
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BNSF plans to increase rates by $150 to $250 per car on many Northern Plains routes, depending on origin and destination. CPKC will raise most U.S. wheat tariff rates by $225 per car.
USDA recommends producers contact their local Farm Service Agency office as soon as practical after a qualifying disaster to discuss available programs and reporting requirements.
A first-ever unit train of soybean oil from Nebraska signals that new crush capacity is creating larger domestic markets for farmers’ soybeans.
Mike Steenhoek with the Soy Transportation Coalition joins us to discuss improvements to inland waterways and port infrastructure, transportation costs, and the importance of maintaining critical shipping channels for agriculture.
RealAg Radio host Shaun Haney joins us to discuss Canada’s agricultural policy discussions, industry reaction to the joint statement, and the path forward toward the next agricultural policy framework.
EPA Region 6 Administrator Scott Mason explains how proposed diesel rule changes could impact truckers, farmers, and the broader economy.
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) is launching a new resource designed to help cattle producers begin those discussions and create a succession plan tailored to their operation.
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Ninety farm families were recognized for maintaining agricultural operations across multiple generations.
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Former National Cattlemen’s Beef Association President Mark Eisele will be inducted during the Wyoming State Fair later this summer.
State officials say documenting losses will be critical as producers begin the recovery process.
Producers say traffic, higher costs and development are reshaping life on the farm.
A great backyard game space brings everyone together, from friendly competition to family fun. In this episode, Doug Scott shows how to create your own using Kubb, a Swedish yard game that combines bowling and horseshoes.
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