Top Stories

Washington State Potato Commission Executive Director Chris Voight says China has emerged as one of the biggest competitors in global potato markets, reducing U.S. sales across the Pacific Rim.

Latest News

Weather
RFD-TV’s exceptional team of meteorologists delivers daily forecasting for all of Rural America! Click here for today’s weather and more weather-related news.
USMEF says increased purchases are creating new opportunities for American producers.
Analysts say spring wheat is trailing last year’s crop as record temperatures persist across parts of the Plains.
Additional assistance is expected, but producers are encouraged to plan ahead.
Lawmakers say a Senate floor vote is unlikely before the August recess.
Washburn University law professor Roger McEowen says the H-2A visa program follows a different federal payroll framework than domestic agricultural labor.
Douglas Port will reopen to Mexican cattle imports Aug. 24 under enhanced inspection protocols.
Lettuce can move through a greenhouse in 21 days with limited handling. Automated systems plant, germinate, move, and harvest, reducing human contact before packaging and shipment.

Programming Spotlight

SharkFarmer TV is the brainchild of Rob Sharkey, a 5th-generation farmer from Illinois. He shares the stories of incredible people in agriculture—both their successes and perhaps a few blunders along the way. You’ll see aerial footage of the field just as the drone crashes into a barn—and hear the story behind it all.
New episodes drop every Tuesday!
Save this list to have on hand when you hit your local grocery store, farmers market, or CSA all season long!
Follow us on social media
About Us
Gatsby Gottsch Solheim and Raquel Gottsch Koehler take the reins at Rural Media Group, ushering in a bold new era for rural storytelling
About Us
Gottsch championed Rural America and changed the history of rodeo forever.

Latest Lifestyle Stories

Grammy-nominated singer says the song reflects on faith, heaven and the hope of reuniting with loved ones.
University of Nebraska President Dr. Jeffrey Gold shares tips for handling, storing and using agricultural chemicals safely.
Foundation leaders say donations are making a difference for Tennessee farmers and communities.
The Pick Tennessee producer is encouraging more women to find their place in agriculture.
The annual workshop helps educators bring hands-on agriculture lessons into the classroom.
Mamie Brown McKee, owner of Tucker Brown Boutique, joins us ahead of her appearance on Dirt Diaries to share her family history behind the business, its evolution over nearly four decades, and how she helps the Western spirit alive.
The training helps young riders build safe habits before getting behind the wheel.
Addison Kennon’s FFA project is giving her real-world experience in growing and marketing candied jalapeños.
Schoolhouse Farms spent four years bringing the patriotic display to life ahead of the nation’s 250th anniversary.
Featured Shows
Discover the untold stories of farm families across the United States as they face tough decisions, adapt in unexpected ways, and fight to secure a future — for the next generation to carry on the farm. This unscripted documentary-style TV show follows the lives of ambitious farmers from diverse backgrounds across the US, highlighting the challenges, triumphs, and unique stories of these farmers as they navigate the world of agriculture.
RFD-TV’s newest music series, “On the Record,” presented by John Deere, takes viewers on a journey through the heart of country music. Hosted by renowned broadcaster, Suzanne Alexander, the show features long-form interviews with today’s biggest artists and the veterans who inspired them. “On the Record” also gives viewers a front row seat to intimate performances and exclusive music video releases, highlighting the broad scope of Nashville’s talent.
Opry Live is the premier weekly broadcast and livestream of the Grand Ole Opry, featuring country music superstars, legends, and rising talent performing on stage in Nashville.
SharkFarmer TV is the brainchild of Rob Sharkey, a 5th-generation farmer from Illinois. He shares the stories of incredible people in agriculture—both their successes and perhaps a few blunders along the way. You’ll see aerial footage of the field just as the drone crashes into a barn—and hear the story behind it all.