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Researchers say new technology will continue to drive innovation in forest operations.
Pennsylvania Rancher Visits White House, Highlights Tax Cuts as Lifeline for Family-Owned Operations
Michael Cliver discusses his recent visit to the White House with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, and the Trump Administration’s “Working Families Tax Cuts” impact on ranching families.
The 2026 Farm Bill advances out of committee, but political divisions delay final passage as lawmakers push to protect farmers, SNAP, and crop insurance programs.
Consistent sorghum quality supports strong export demand potential.
The memorandum of understanding (MOU) builds on the USDA’s Grazing Action Plan and is designed to improve coordination, streamline permitting, and strengthen partnerships with ranchers who rely on public lands.
Corn and sorghum exports remain strong; soybean demand lags.
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Secretary Rollins is signaling a possible reopening of the southern border to Mexican feeder cattle as officials work to manage the threat of the New World Screwworm.
Nebraska Farm Bureau President Mark McHargue joined us to discuss wildfire recovery efforts in the state, impacts to agriculture, and conditions heading into the spring planting season.
Higher energy activity likely keeps fuel and fertilizer costs elevated.
Building on the USDA’s recently released Grazing Action Plan, the agreement formalizes collaboration between the USDA, Forest Service, and Bureau of Land Management to ensure more efficient, transparent, and responsive grazing management across federal lands.
USDA’s Quarterly Grain Stocks report shows increased supplies across all major commodities, with corn, soybeans, and wheat stocks all rising compared to a year ago. Lewis Williamson with HTS Commodities discusses producer and market sentiment ahead of the key report.
Tony St. James and StoneX’s Arlan Suderman provide real-time insight on the USDA’s annual Prospective Plantings report, which shows a shifting acreage across commodities, with farmers planning to cut back on corn and wheat while increasing soybean and cotton acres.
Dry conditions remain a concern as Texas farmers prepare for another planting season.
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- USDA Eyes Phased Reopening of Southern Border to Mexican Feeder Cattle
- USDA Grain Stocks Report Shows Corn, Soybean, and Wheat Supplies Higher Year-Over-Year
- Corn and Wheat Acres Fall, Soybeans and Cotton Gain Ground in USDA Prospective Plantings Report
- JBS Strike Enters Third Week in Ongoing Labor Dispute
- New Wildfires Burning in Nebraska Moving Closer to Containment, Officials Say
- FFA Today: Travel to East Texas for Experiential Learning with the Nation’s Largest FFA Chapter
- Spring Planting in Focus: Markets Await Key USDA Reports on Prospective Plantings, Grain Stocks
- Beef Value Chain Model Tracks Margins Across Stages
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Gatsby Gottsch Solheim and Raquel Gottsch Koehler take the reins at Rural Media Group, ushering in a bold new era for rural storytelling
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State leaders say the program continues to build the next generation of farmers and producers
Education efforts give visitors a closer look at dairy farming at the Rodeo Austin Livestock Show with the help of a cute cow named Lucy.
Texas Farm Bureau intern Jazmine Gutierrez-Davila uses her background and bilingual skills to connect kids to agriculture while attending Rodeo Austin’s Livestock Show.
Free program connects families to more than 100 farms with a new interactive app experience
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Like a lot of things, the more you fall in love with a hobby, the more you realize how much you don’t know. Backyard Smart answers the lawn-and-garden questions homeowners are looking for.
Cattle farmer Scott Porter, Kentucky Farm Bureau’s 2025 Farmer of the Year, discusses his commitment to mentorship and the importance of strengthening the future of agriculture.
Son of a South Dakota Rancher, Kolt Mendenhall is turning his lifelong passion for riding into a collegiate career, committing to Southeastern Oklahoma State University next fall, bringing years of ranch experience to the collegiate arena.
Rodeo Austin exhibitor Kash Morrison reflects on how FFA taught him the importance of hard work and time management while competing in livestock shows during the school year.
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- Tennessee FFA Convention Draws Thousands of Students to Gatlinburg
- Stray Voltage Case Raises Legal and Insurance Questions for Dairy Producers
- Great American Egg Road Trip: Rollins Brings Farm-Fresh Eggs from North Carolina to the White House
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