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Senate Will Wait Until Spring to Move on Climate Change Bill
Corn Quality
Storm Water Runoff Exemption Threatened
Record Harvest Finally In the Books
Ford Pulls Out Ahead - Again
Snow, Slush and Discouragement Give Way to Blue Skies
Selling power
Computer Choices Abound...Again
The Idling Drummer
Precision Ag Reaching Critical Mass?
Traditional Versus Factory Farms
European Farm Equipment: Bigger, with Better Gadgets
Looking at How Land Use May Impact the Climate
Estate Tax Fix Could Be Coming
Rain Interrupts Push to Get Crops Out of Field
Adkins Reviews his Farm Science Favorites
CAFOs Under Fire
Good News on Corn and Milo Harvest
From the Ground to The Sky On Biofuels
Food Security is Everyone's Concern
Embrace Some Changes . . . Run From Others
Farming is COOL
AIR Retakes The Lead
Why Is the University System Wrapped In a Blanket of Red Tape?
Bad end to bright night
See it on TV
You Couldn't Ask For a Better Day in the Flint Hills
And You Think You’ve Got It Bad
Ohioans Vote in Favor of Issue 2
Got an EPA Permit?
Avoiding Trouble with that E-mail In Box
Best Laid Plans
Hats Off to Gary Steinhardt and Company
Europeans, Americans Face Hard Truths in Ag Policies
One More Time: Relying on Foreign Supplies Is Not Good
Tools Used To Last Several Lifetimes
Ignorance Can Be Expensive
Rains Delay Wheat Emergence
Wet and Wild
Get Rid of Livestock! Save The Planet!
Unfavorable Harvest Weather!
New Fuel Source Breakthrough
Thinking Beyond the Current Year
Bell Tolls on Georgia/Florida Tobacco
They're Still Kids Inside the Blue Jackets
Ford Runs Out Front
Taking on the Animal Activists
Older and, Hopefully, Wiser
Beetles: A Bad Horror Movie
Bad Boy LSV Shoots for Tax Credit and Outdoor Use
Will it ever stop raining?
Less than 10% of farms participate in ACRE program
Facing the Issue
Who Wants to Regulate and Shut Down CAFOs?
Advances in Bioenergy
Finally, Harvest Weather -- Until It Rains Again
The Best Hayride Ever
Imagine a 4-H Livestock Show with no Rules
Biomass is Challenge and Opportunity
This is no Winter Wonderland
A Tough Harvest
Winterization Can Prevent Cursing In the Spring
Would You Try The Soil Pit Crawl?
A Change for Microsoft
COOL in the Frozen Food Isle
Go Ford Cotton!
Machinery Sales Slip in September
Dairy Crisis: #1 Concern
Car Buying Without Government Assistance
Stewardship of the Past Involves Grasses
Realistic Look at Long-Term Yield Goals
Pre-Harvest Stress
Congress Moves Forward New Bio-Security Lab
U.S., Canada Unable to Resolve COOL Issues
Cow Gas, More Corn, Health in Soybeans
Cheaper Crop Insurance!
Hey, Mr. Dean, Can I Get a Jump!
Rush is on...Keep Safety in Mind
Race to harvest
Meet Buffalo Bill
Soybean Market Moves With Weather Forecast
Contradictions in Life Cycle Analysis and Cap & Trade
Senate Climate Change Bill Lacks Ag Provisions
Short Winter?
Seed Trap
A Trip to the Prairie
Recalls Keep Coming Thick and Fast
Planting Wheat in Trying Times
Farmers fill out Top 10
Next Time You're In the Shop, Look Up My Engine!
Knowledge Passed Down Through the Generations
More Attacks Against Animal Ag
Why 'Net Neutrality' is an Issue to Follow
The Kids Just Get Younger and Younger
Ford Retools Super Duty Truck Line
Beware of Fred Whitford's Ball Bat
Bring Back the 'Little' Combine?
Asian Connection in the Corn Belt
Measure Introduced to Prevent EPA from Implementing Indirect Land Use Rule
The Vice President’s Luncheon
Defying definition: the Sustainable Family Farm
Chipping Away at Indirect Land Use Myths
Climate Change Legislation May Get Delayed
Keeping the Right Priorities
On the Downhill Slide
Kansas State Fair of 2009 is History
The Coach Takes a Hit
Fact-based Farce Puts Ag in Spotlight
Seeing an Old Friend is Good for the Soul
A Dakotan at Husker Harvest Days
Industry in Transition?
It's Fun to See What People are Noticing at Husker Harvest Days
A Tale of Two Dealers
Step Backwards Into Dairy Profitablity?
Whew! One Show Down...Another This Week
A True Farm Tech Pioneer
You Are No Upton Sinclair, Sir
Will the Environmental Protection Agency Clamp Down on Runoff?
USDA Pleads With Media to Use H1N1 Name for Pandemic Influenza
Cool Breeze and Hot Words at Kansas State Fair
Dare To Do Demonstrations Live
Keeping Perspective on Market Changes
Harkin Will No Longer Head Senate Ag Committee
Be Frugal With Your Tax Dollars
Where Did the Ever-Worsening Grain Shortage Go?
A checklist: Ways to Reconnect with Consumers
Now Is Never A Good Time, But . . .
Interesting Software Tips from High-Producing Growers
Businessmen in Blue Jeans
New leader in Individual Competition
Energy Picture Still Full of Mixed Messages
Northeast Crop Prospects Improve
The Weather Was the Star of the Show
The Return of the Scout
Recycled Motor Oil Can Be Just as Good as New!
Northern corn woes
Tech Trend Questions Give Pause
New Names in Top Ten
Sanctions Approved in Brazil Cotton Case
Standing on Other Side of Auction Ring Changes Perspective
Senate Ag Committee Chairmanship Could See Changes
Company Fills California Equipment Niche
A Hundred Years
Putting the Policy Cart Before the Science Horse
Luck Is Watching Nature In the Country
The Farm Progress Show Site Is Ready to Dazzle Visitors
Showing a Profit Counts As a Win
Productivity a Plus with New Tools
Meet Ohio’s Conservation Farmers
Being 'Cashed Out' By Clunky Thinking?
Play Money Moves Smoother
Risk Management Creeps into Field Day
Machinery Launches Offer Fun, Information
Indirect Land Use Model Undergoes Peer Review
Putting a face on 'corporate' farming
The Refuge Management Game Is Evolving
Teaching Old Designs New Tricks
As the Crow Flies
Game Kicks Into High Gear
This Miss America Much More Than a Title
Fight for Ethanol Gets a New Weapon
Don't Miss 'Defining Moments'
Is ag facing a culture war?
Farmer Spending Ramping Up
Resources available for those considering to sign-up for ACRE
Timing for Tech Purchases Makes Sense
CSP sign-up begins today
Meet 'Your Kind of People'
Unique Promotion Definitely Got My Attention
Tips from Texas
Counting Down the Days
A Blatant Waste of Your Resources and Mine
Master Farmer Gathering Turns Into a Reunion
Farm Labor Supply Surprising Tobacco Growers
From Corn Yields to Prions
The (Sweet Corn) Ears Have It
House passes food safety bill with grain farm exemption
A big party in Texas
One Conservation Project at a Time
What a Difference 30 Years Can Make
Wolff Is Needed In Washington
Living In the Country Affords Some Quiet Time
Hay day fun
Teams Revving Up For 2009-10 Game
Not Starting from Square One
Summer Meeting Circuit Is Full of Expert Advice
Exciting Times Continue at County Fairs
Development Beat Marches On
New technologies for ag
Form and Function
Vilsack testifies that agriculture can benefit from climate change legislation
Researchers Make Progress on Salt Tolerance
A subsidy is a subsidy is a subsidy!
What is a megafarm, really?
County Fairs Still Hold Special Magic
What's in a Domain Name?
Aussie Travel Tour Continues
This Has Nothing to Do with Farming
The Caddy Speaks Part II
Economic Aftershocks To Shake Agriculture
Social Media Gets More Serious
Pick Peanut Crackers Made in The United States
Set Seven Extra Plates for Dinner
Missouri River fishing story
Remembering the Harvest Practices of Yesterday
Organic Dairy Farmers Set for Symbolic Dumping of Milk
Plan To Cancel Wind Farm No Big Surprise
Applying Tech Everywhere
Weather Pulls Crop Forward
Unintended Consequences are Consequences Just the Same
Battle Against 'Artificial' Hormones Misguided on Many Levels
YouTube Therapy
Judging the Cost of Overlap
Can we feed hungry world without proven technology?
Wheat Harvest Winding Down
THIS is Our America!
Aussie Trekers Travel Ohio
Rumor Mill Fires Up
Saving 'Private Sow?'
House passes climate change bill
My Carbon Footprint Grew To Sasquatch Size
Finding the Humor in Honesty
Slaughter Slashes Cull Prices
The March to Cleaner Engines Continues
Heavier Semis: A Good Idea?
Show Me a Master Farmer
Just Because They Haven't Come for Us, We Can't Be Complacent
HSUS Considering a Referendum for Nov. 2010
It Truly Is a Small World After All
2009 Wheat Harvest Rolling Toward Memory
Is Jim Hagemann A Polluter?
Agriculture finds some middle ground in climate change bill
Dealing with Animal Welfare Groups: It's Time to Get Proactive
Crazy Animal Rights Tactics
Lining Up with New Products
Low Milk Prices Spurring Louder Protest
Sign up for Market $ense
Manage for healthy soybeans
Individual Grit and Determination Still Work, Despite Being Out of Style
It's All in the Details
Wisdom of the fathers
New Rendering Rule Is Classic Over Regulation
Tough Start for Grain Crops
What Frog Shortage?
ACRE sign-up moved back until Aug. 14
New Way to Get Equipment Information
Another Season to Forget in Indiana- So Far
From Bobcat To Horseback
Ohio's battle plan for animal activists
Got An Idea For Bobcat?
PETA Wants Your Help
Emerging Details on Carbon Cap and Trade Disturbing
What’s new at Bobcat
Rain Keeps Wheat Harvest at Bay
Court grants extension on Clean Water Acts
Hay Expo Provides a Break From Corn Talk
Company Offers Interesting Move for 2010
Vacation Time Not Without Pressure
Not Like Your Father's Farm Equipment Dealership
$400 a Ton Anhydrous?
Worrying About Carbon Cap And Trade
Greening of Ag is Just Beginning
Global Warming -- Get Out Of Here
Living Among My Ancestors
Think Outside the Gate
Planter Power Pays Big Time This Year
Post crash thinking for a better world
Farm Progress Show's Seed Technology Plots Ready for Emergence
Catching a Sniff of Show Season
Peterson unhappy with climate change bill
Day Two ASABE Quarter Scale Tractor Competition (With Video)
Time and 'Tech' Sure Have Changed Us
Are You Ready to Rumble?
Auditorium Full of Blue Jackets Inspirational
There's More Than One Way to Use a Briggs & Stratton Engine!
Steering Update: More Work Done as Weather Clears
Buckeyes Sit at Carbon Table
Oil Coolers are Cheap Insurance Against Frustration and Expensive Repairs
Doggone It
Trading punches over E15
Deals Abound, Market Wants your Business
We’ve Got Nothing Over Mother Nature
Don't Wait To Tune Up the Dryer
USDA Doesn't Listen
Steering Toward A Better Life
Ag has concerns over cap-and-trade provisions
Update - Indiana Lightbar User Gets More Experience
Real Dairy Leaders Needed, Wanted
Tractors Need Spring Cleaning Too
Save a hog farmer, eat more pork
Countdown to Harvest is Under Way
A Week Without Rain?
Reliving Old Memories Always Fun for Hoosiers
Be Safe in the Rush to Plant
Farm Equipment Sales Slide
Caution: You May Own "Waters of the U.S."
Fun With Faulstichs
How We've Changed!
When It Rains It Pours
Swine Flu Episode Exposes Chinks in Communication Armor
Interagency working group formed
Recesson Smells of Ag Opportunity
EPA proposes anticipated RFS2 rule
"Indirect Land Use charges:bCrLf The next ethanol battleground
Obama Warms Me Up With Biofuel Talk
It's that second you'd like to have to live over again
Compromise Reached on Coal-Fired Plant for Sunflower
Move on Auto Industry to Impact Ag?
Don't Blame Ethanol
Define Corporate Farm
Lessons Learned From a Year Ago
Pork Producers Respond to Flu Outbreak
A Tax By Any Other Name Is Still a Tax
Just As Flood Waters Recede, More Rain Is Coming
All Farming Busts Loose
More Evidence That Kansas State Is Right Location for NBAF
Cotton Hits Break-Even Price
Shop local at a chain near you
Swine Flu Fallout Is Making Me Sick
Back Up Electronic Data Before It's Too Late
Flooding Hits Much of Kansas After Six Inches of Rain
Field Update - Putting New Tech to Work
Rush Limbaugh Becomes Spokesman for HSUS
It Was a Great Day for a Wildfire!
Ethanol victory, but the war goes on
Making Time for Sunday Worship
Tractor Drive Can Be Therapeutic
If You Don't Tell Your Story, No One Will
Activists Looking at Fungicide?
Why the First Lady Will Appreciate Farmers
Changing of the Guard
A Swiss View On Animal Rights
Fieldwork and floods
Big Green Makes Reorganization News
Has Obama been good for Ag?
Jimmy Cheney wasn't with us long enough
Dump Poor Customer Service Providers!
Blessings Don't Always Arrive at Convenient Times
Handling Planting Season Phone Calls
Senators introduce ethanol pipeline legislation
The Proof is in the Rust on the Plow
Council Encourages Producers to Become Animal Activists
Snow Flurries in April No Surprise
Criticism Cresting
Is My America the Same as Uncle Sam's?
Tomorrow's Farmers Have a Lot on Their Minds
Online Parts Ordering in Your Future?
Senate passes death tax amendment
A "Busted" 4-H Story and The Technology Explosion
Adversity Could Bring Opportunity
USDA extends ACRE sign-up by 10 weeks
Backyard Food Supplies
Pride After the Fall
USDA and IRS want to collaborate on policing farm payments
Goodbye, Corn-man
A Penny For Your Thoughts?
Finding Some Predictability in Diesel Prices
A Miserable 24 Hours
Welfare of Animals Comes First as Blizzard Rages
Adversity Brings Opportunity
Not Nuts about Preconceived Notions
Learning the Lightbar
Radio Commercial Strikes a Scary Note
"It's Only a Little Leak," said the Captain of the Titanic
Flood Fight On the Red
Sen. Voinovich talks Agriculture
A Reason To Smile
Nurse Practitioners: A Modern Solution to a Nagging Problem
Alliances Open Doors to Interesting Ideas
Concern over land use calculations continue
Food Contamination Has Simple Answer
Losing Our Ever-Loving Minds in the Name of Safety
Dan's Inflation Market Basket
Budget Squeeze Hits State Ag Agencies
Managing for higher yields
The Minimum Wage Myth
Farmers' Thoughts Turn Toward Spring Weather
Don't Miss an Opportunity
Ag Producers Speak One Language
Congress' Common Sense is MIA
Conservation Easements Create Jobs?
Take That, Animal Rights Activists
Making a Combine Statement
Are You a Rich Farmer?
USDA announces start of economic stimulus funding
Planning to Stay Ahead
Follow South Dakota’s Lead On Ethanol
Winding down in Hong Kong
"China will be the last to failbCrLf
Farm Support For Coal Plants Is No Mystery
China now king of grain processing world
Ethanol groups request higher ethanol blending level
How Do We Get The Bidding Started?
The Rush of Spring...is Coming
Abandoned Horse Web Site Draws Attention to Lack of Slaughter
Chinese agriculture is woefully inadequate
How trade with China happens
Focus, Mr. President, Focus on Goal #1
Don't Worry Be Happy
How to feed, manage 1.3 billion people
Two Sides of the Animal 'Coin' in Indiana
Some Good News to Season the Bad
Not Better Than Tractors
First impressions: Beijing is big, proud and smoggy
Obama's call for farm subsidy cuts unwelcome in Congress
Record Deer Season Not Enough
Farmer Panel Offers Insight
Buy Cotton Options Now
Food Safety Can Be Simple
Fertilizer Report #1
Jet BioFuel About to Take Off
Ready to Introduce New Master Farmers
The view from China
Sometimes the World is Still Smaller than You Think
Do Fungicides Cause Physiological Responses?
You CAN use less energy
ND Again Eyes Cuban Market
Shrinking Our Excesses Would Be Good
Is Ohio the Next Target for Animal Rights Extremists?
Midwest Power Shift
Pioneer Seeks a Mighty Wind
Utility Vehicle Makes a Stretch
Stretching Out to Cover More Acres
Horses: The last untapped source of protein on the North American continent
Big Planter Captures Imagination
Flexible, Maneuverable and BIG!
Return of an Icon?
Is It Spring Yet?
Peanut Recall Gets More Confusing
Farm Economy Worries Rise
Stimulus package provides funds for rural America
Agriculture: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Moon
Thank You Mr. Lincoln
Speak up for Peanut Producers
The changing of the seasons can be violent
Some disturbing news
Farm Bureau Talks Budget
Acre shifters: What factors impact last minute planting decisions?
Where did the money go?
Where is the National Peanut Board?
Farm Show Ahead...Excitement to Follow
Payment limitation booklet available online
Where Meat Comes From, It's Not Science Fiction
Peanut Math Doesn't Add Up
Are payment limits unfair?
The Law of Gravity Has NOT Been Repealed
More Funds and More Time to Apply for EQIP Is Welcome News
AGCO launches new tractor lines
Power Show Must Go On
Passages
Meeting the 2009 Masters
If Snow Keeps Coming, Winter Could Get Really Ugly
Why Uncle Sam's Getting Involved
THIS is America!
Line Between Life and Death Is Mighty Fine
Why Buy American' is a bad idea
Telling Agriculture's Story Is An Important Job
A Truly Inconvenient Truth
No-Till on the Plains Draws Large Turnout
Out of the Mouths of Babes
Different Subject/Same Argument
What a Difference Six Months Makes
We Will Survive
Keeping in Touch - Getting Easier
Deep in the Bear Pit, hope reigns supreme
Grandma’s Sugar Crème Pie
After the Flood
An RX for Tough Times
USDA extends comment period on payment limitation rules
Maybe Legislators Eat Too Much Pie
Shivering through the inauguration
Land Prices Are Softening?
How Quickly Fortunes Change
Vilsack quickly confirmed once Obama assumes helm
Get an Obama Invite?
Compliance, Enforcement of New EPA Rules Problematic
Finally, A Smart President
Cold Is Relative After All
Caring for a Key Asset
More Than Just Another Award
Wake Up NCBA, It Wasn't Ethanol
Population Rates: the Devil's in the Details
A real life Valkyrie
It's Official: A Lot of People Did Not Plant Wheat
Bumpy Ride Ahead?
Never Out Grow Your Need to Learn
Good News and Bad News
A Dose of Reality Needs to Set In
Playing chicken with fertilizer
Smooth confirmation expected for Vilsack
Buy Ahead! Now's the Time!
You Can’t Take Indiana Out of a Hoosier
Lists, Lists and More Lists
USDA to Investigate Soybean Checkoff Allegations
Welcome
A New Forum for Your Thoughts
The Birds Know
Starting Out Fresh?
Where Will The Market Go?
Picking High Yields in San Antonio
After Dinner Discussions
Obama less left than originally feared
The Last Time We Touched . . .
Time to Take a Deep Breath
What I Learned This Christmas
Global warming: Is the sky really falling?
Not Ready for their Close-up
Finally more details on ACRE released
My New Year's Resolution
Last Chance for Tax Savings
Obama nominates 'pro-trade' Ron Kirk to lead USTR
Why do we need foreign workers?
Find Used Equipment Fast
Top energy and environmental posts named
Vilsack named new ag secretary
Finding Inspiration During the Winter Months
Kick-start the Economy -- Now
ASA vs USB: Did anyone see this coming?
Don't POP cotton
We could use a Southerner at USDA
Company Move Aimed at Matching Machines to Markets
Two ag secretary potentials work to the top
Farming and Inventing Go Hand in Hand
Exercise Your Financial Health
Big Food: Nowhere to hide
Christmas Tunes
Future Electronics Get Push
Our Economic Health Must Come First
Bobbing for Nickels
Obama targets farm payments in financial mess
Stop Feeding the 'Monster'
Is an FFV Mandate the Answer to Foreign Oil Dependence?
APH or CRC?
From Dust to Dust
Maximizing that Capacity
States also see growing Democratic control after elections
Fresh From Florida
"Toms" top next ag secretary list
Heading into 'Crazy Season'
All About Corn (Well, Almost)
Machinery Sales Demand to Continue?
Finding the Next Best Thing
Reader Calls to Discuss Premise Registration
Obama improved Democratic presence in rural areas
Tight credit, poor prices keep grain out of export channels
The Scariest Part of November 4 Was . . .
Emerson Nafziger Attempts to Replicate Kip Cullers' Soybean Yield
Prop 2 Swings the Door Open
Big-Rig Pickup?
President Obama: Good for agriculture?
Agriculture welcomes Obama as new president
Democracy Prevailed
Ahh, It's Almost Over!
Really? Only Half Done With Corn?
Election only days away
Seed Selection Boosts Yield
Share Ag's Good Financial News
Getting attention in Congress
The Tigers Woods of Presidential Hopefuls
Putting Things In Perspective
My Mind's Made Up!
How Are You Capitalizing on Cheap Diesel?
Candidates differ on ag subsidies
Moving Ahead with Buying Plans
Good News You Can Use
When a Hobby Becomes an Obsession
Like Deer, Questions Come in All Sizes
Making the U.S. Industrial Case
Keeping Ag Out of the Eye of the Financial Storm
Sun sets on Sunbelt
Presidential candidates on tax policy
Happy To Be Here
High Profile Pigs
Year of the Utility Tractor?
Campaigning to Lose
Congress wraps up loose ends
Montgomery County Farmers Continue to Fight Against Longwall Miners
Exploring New Cotton Technology
Here's What I've Heard Regarding Fertilizer Prices
Congress approves farm bill fixes
Transportation efficiency: It's your business
No Lipstick on These Pigs
Bigger, Faster, Oh My
Game Over
Where is the Truth?
As if Politicians Weren't Already Confused
Going Electric? Chrysler Makes a Statement
Toyota Pushes Full-Size Truck Line into the Farming Segment
McCain ahead in rural swing states
St. Louis: It's No Chicago
Biofuel: What's now -- and not!
House approves speculation limiting bill
Equipment Availability and Brand Loyalty Collide
Will $1 Buy Cotton Acres?
Energy package goes to floor today
What happened in Week 14?
Losses Overwhelming
Ever Since 9-11
ACRE implementation causing concern
Lucky Time at a Farm Show
Is It Just Me, Or Was August Ridiculously Cool?
Capital Overtakes Elephants
Saying Not Goodbye, But See Ya Later
Another Crop Rally Coming?
Agriculture Heats Up Local Politics
Loss to Profit Chasm Widens
Define Trade Distorting
It's an Elephant Market
A Precision Change?
Agronomy Day: A Great Way to Catch Up on the Latest Research
Are you SURE on farm bill disaster program?
Good News Keeps on Coming
Put cash on the table, then we'll talk
Biodiesel survey reveals consumer good will
New at Boone!
Farm Progress Show opens with a bang
Holding On Pays Dividends
Weed Management and Refuge Planting: One in the Same?
Facts in Plain Sight
Packing for the Big Show
Key Reversal Takes Toll
Key Reversal Takes Toll
Supply, Demand and Early Frost
Farm bill questions?
Marketing Scam or Cause for Concern
Savor the South
Hat's Off to the Thinking Farmer
Ramping up for 'Fieldwork'
Downed Corn Along the Road
Past Grain's Peak; Now What?
Cheaper Food to Come
CRP: Hold or Fold?
Hat's Off to the Thinking Farmer
Fool Me Over and Over Again
Who needs Doha?
An ethanol victory (for once)
Ethanol industry support maintained
Diversity Drives the Land of Lincoln
Stout Hearts; Deep Pockets
AIR Takes Flight
Grain exports through a farmers' eyes
Doha hopes sizzle away again
USDA: Penalties remain in place for existing CRP contracts
Class Without Cash
Judge Limits CRP Grazing
Market on Slippery Slope
Greed Alters Profit Opportunities
Markets Shake Up Standings
Judge Limits CRP Grazing
Ideal Weather Clouds Markets
Go Southern Farmers!
Tax Provision Tweaks in This Year's Farm Bill
The Port: Firing on all cylinders
Buy-in to get covered under new disaster assistance programs
Worn Out on Wheat
Rural Vote Up for Grabs
Wherewithal Limits Gains
Key Ag Issues Hinge on Fall Elections
Go Long for Profit
Wheat Warrior Anticipates Cotton Move
Bin building boom continues
World food policies must change — including our own
Farm Bill Implementation Underway
Wild Ride Dips Teams in Red
Farm Moves don't Match Game Play
Manage Price Decisions
Markets Offer Wild Ride
Only Two Teams are in the Black
Revisiting ethanol mandates
Ford Down, But Not Out
Full farm bill finally becomes law
Hedge Farm Profits in the Market
AIR Team Takes an Early Lead
"This growing season sucks"
Animosity Over ACRE
Climate bill hits ag's bottom line
First Impressions
Farm bill limbo
Revenue-based program offers protection against low prices and/or yields
Teams Warm up for FACTsim!
Suderman Weighs in on Corn Crop
Would farmers back Barack?
USDA, farm groups slam anti-biofuel campaign
Take Stock in Inputs
Farm bill becomes law, almost entirely
Clerical error sends farm bill into limbo
Managing for 300-bu. corn (part two)
President officially vetoes farm bill
Congress sends farm bill to White House
Managing for 300-bu. corn (part one)
House passes farm bill by veto proof margin
Grocers target biofuels, with Big Oil's help
Bush unhappy with lack of reform, budget gimmicks
Let the Games Begin!
President Bush veto threat still stands
Farm bill negotiators lower payment limits
Go vegan? A billion or so Chinese would disagree
Big Oil: Laughing all the way to the bank
Conference continues, extending again 2002 farm bill
How do countries manipulate their farm economies? Let's count the ways
Maybe we've finally got a deal
Are we feeding the fuel tank but starving the world?
President calls for one year farm bill extension
One more week to settle out tax credit differences
Agreement made on three titles, tax breaks stall talks
One-week extension in the works
Farm bill conference starts off on rough patch
When Will Corn Belt Dry Out?
House conferees namedball is finally rolling
Final farm bill still up in the air
Auto steer and auto swath: Worth the money?
Why farmers outsource
Paying a price for prosperity
Direct payments on the chopping block
Disaster program bogs down farm bill
President grants one more month
Be careful out there!
Fight over who controls the money
Administration keeps fighting for reforms
Farm Bill: Chance for reform ticking away
Revenue assurance still on the table
Cleaning the desk! (part one)
Senate, House work on farm bill compromise
Even Jaws loves biodiesel
Framework deal offers glimpse of hope in farm bill negotiations
Bush reiterates farm bill veto threat
Biodiesel plants won't gain much from mandate
More biodiesel... from less soy oil
Welcome to the biodiesel rock concert
Biodiesel industry may look for cheaper feedstock
Schafer's first week as ag secretary
Despite Demand, same old European trade mentality
Hold-up on Schafer confirmation
It's profit in any language
British food prices up 12%
Farm Bill Dominates Farm Bureau Convention Discussion
Beware! Farm Bill Changes Ahead
Anhydrous prices have farmers hopping mad
Finalized energy bill gives needed boost for 2008
Mystery surrounds world demand' for fertilizer
Farm Bill failure fuels anti-ag campaign
No real reform in Senate passed farm bill
Senate gets deep into farm bill amendments
Biofuel battle: Fact and fiction
New ag secretary looks to be nothing more than an administrator
Chief economist says goodbye
High input costs enrage farmers
Are the Republicans out to sabotage the farm bill?
Politics fly in potential farm bill extension
The business-as-usual Farm Bill
U.S. beef is back - on European shelves
Congress finally passes WRDA
2008 Farm Bill?
Wanted: Fiscally Sound Farm Bill
Administration issues veto threat on Senate farm bill version
Floor fight expected on revenue option
New ag secretary surprises many
Senate ag committee approves farm bill
Senate farm bill markup underway
Ethanol plant margins get thinner
Ethanol opponents duke it out
Senate ag committee set to begin debate Wednesday
Can you eat a tree for breakfast?
WTO: Will U.S. Congress reject any new deal?
Is a permanent disaster fund really the solution?
Mike Johanns listened
WRDA finally approved, Presidential veto looms
Japan's farmers face uphill struggle
Japan's ag policies difficult to digest
Johanns resigns from USDA post
Senate wrangles over farm bill funding
Japan's jittery consumers need a little faith in science
Time to build liquidity?
Time to build liquidity?
See how farm bill proposals pay
A great time to be a farmer
WTO takes August to regroup
Harkin releases commodity title draft
Why on-farm storage pays
Growing Degree Days: leading to record yields?
Bumper crop ahead?
Farm bill expiration not a concern
A look at revenue assurance
House passes farm bill with tax provision included
Partisan fires fuel over farm bill
Peterson threatens pulling bill if Kind-Flake amendment adopted
Johanns issues presidential veto threat
Groups welcome House farm bill
House Ag Committee finalizes farm bill
Payment limits tightened, farm bill hearings continue
Congress wrangles with farm bill
While I was out
President Signs Disaster Bill Into Law
Legislative Roundup: New bills introduced on Capitol Hill
Johanns Delivers Draft Farm Bill Legislation
House passes WRDA, White House not supportive
Wild planting season ahead
Finally EPA makes RFS law, so what! Biofuels lovefest continues
Free trade activity heats up
Budget battle won't hurt farm bill
How to step out of the production trap'
First Payment Limit Attempt Made
The end of cheap' food
First Farm Bill Debate Begins With Budget Markup
NCGA Gives Revenue Assurance Second Look
The Tigers Woods of Presidential hopefuls
Happy days in stormy Tampa
Doha Deal Not Imminent, But Hope Exists
Canada's colorful farm management guru
The world according to Lowell Catlett
Two Farm Bill Debates - The First is Increasing the Baseline
Does the Budget Cut It?
Low-lin soybeans looking for more acres
Vultures circle around ethanol
Johanns Calls for Farm Bill Change - But Only Minimal
Congress Tepid on Farm Bill Proposals
10 million more corn acres coming
Bush Pushes Biofuels in State of the Union
Budding biofuel business in Germany
German farmer saves thousands on home-grown energy
German farm fueled by rapeseed oil
A bumpy ride ahead for Farm Bill
Why biodiesel is the next boom
Ethanol Has Banner Year in 2006
The CEO farmer of tomorrow
Building spreadsheets that work on your farm
Expect Less Money in Farm Bill Commodity Title
A passion for planning
Senate Denies Ag Disaster Aid
CRP Won't Be Ethanol Factor in 2007
Ethanol investors: Make sure it's business first
Fixed costs, farm bill speakers added to Management Summit
CSP Will Continue, But Don't Bet The Farm On True National Program
Will biofuels free us from subsidies?
New Democrats More Conservative, But Not on Energy, Environment
Ag Issues Take Back Seat to Urban-focused Issues
Continuous corn may need biotech boost
Democrats Take Full Leadership In Writing Next Year's Farm Bill
Dems Take Over House, Senate Still Up for Grabs
GOP Burns Loses Senate Seat
Is Change What U.S. Agriculture Needs?
Farm equipment makers see slowdown in 2007
Moving beyond corn-based ethanol
Texas oil man cheers for ethanol
ADM's new CEO heralds bio boom
Are you subject to FDA's bioterrorism rules?
Oil change should be voluntary
Johanns Wants New Farm Bill
Will you plant more corn next year?
Live and in living color: The next generation of biotech wonders
Let's get a little mud on the tires!
More than a free lunch at this field day
Meet a Specialty Crop Warrior
Back to the future with closed-loop farming
Start planning now for 2007
"We're eliminating the middleman"
The biofuel revolution
Rail companies anticipate grain market needs
Corn piles ahead?
Joining the hay burner fraternity
Meet me in St. Louis!
Food, then and now - a world apart
Low-lin Soybeans Face Yield Drag Debate
Low-linolenic soybeans take center stage
Life of a farmhouse
Trade's cleanup hitter gets benched
The world according to Flinchbaugh: "The federal budget is irrelevant to the farm bill"
World's largest indoor cornfield
The coming crop rotation war
Land prices headed for a fall? Six factors to watch
Part two: More tips for a smooth farm transition
Smooth transition: The right way to bring young farmers into the fold
The heart of Andy Markwart
Inside the mind of the European farmer
Alexander Graham Bell would be amazed
Why care about farm exports?
Pumped up land prices hurt future farmers
Do you know your magic number?
U.S. subsidies at risk
Show time with Max and Orion
The cloudy future for trade talks
What farmers say about WTO
WTO: Sound and fury, little else
Pepper spray and riot gear
WTO: This is what deadlock looks like
And now, on to Hong Kong
New Tractor Fanatic Web Series!
Algae: The New Oil
Seinfeld dvd
Let's Cook with Gail
RE: Chinese may impose tariff on american poultry
Direct Payments
Suggestions from Landowners
RE: Chinese may impose tariff on american poultry
Chinese may impose tariff on american poultry
Afternoon Recap by Arlan Suderman
Lackluster Day on the Markets
Bean Exports Hot, Others Not
Livestock Call by John Otte
Morning Call by Bryce Knorr
Food Safety Bill Passes Senate HELP Committee
President of NFU Sends Letter to Senate on Child Nutrition Reauthorization
Current Estate Tax Laws Likely to be Extended for a Year
Financial Oversight Considered by Senate Ag Committee
Other Issues Push Climate Change to 2010
Please Place Swine Workers on H1N1 Priority List with Santa
The Buzz: Battles Lines Drawn
Livestock Movement is Still Weak
Weekly Energy Review
Possible Delay in Estate Tax Bill
Food Fight Designed to Combat Misinformation
Food Fight Designed to Combat Misinformation
U.S. and Chinese Presidents Make Energy Announcement
Duty-Free Access Subject of Sub-Committee Hearing
World Trade Leader Says Ag Negotiations are Moving
Senate Hold Hearing on Child Nutrition Program
Mark Up of Food Safety Bill Scheduled
House Bill Introduced on Biodiesel Tax Credit Extension
RFA Responds to Gore Book on Energy
Survey Focuses on FDA Food Safety Oversight
Corn Futures Not Following Other Grains
Mercantile Following the Dow
All Markets Up Except for Dollar
Weekly Financial Review
Former Secretary Questions Need for Climate Change Legislation
DOI Announces Oil and Natural Gas Lease Sale
NAILE Show Has Livestock From Everywhere
NAILE Show Has Livestock From Everywhere
More Than 17 Million Households Struggle to Put Food on Table
U.S. Meat Exports Are Mixed Bag
U.S. Meat Exports Are Mixed Bag
Interim Agreement on Global GGH Emissions Possible
APEC Leaders Moving on Issues
Study Finds No Welfare Advantage to CAS
Study Finds No Welfare Advantage to CAS
Politics Casting Long Shadow Over Climate Change
Many Critical of Senate Banking Plan
Merrigan to Chair FAO Meeting
USGC and ASA Sell Commodities at Conference
USDA Issuing Household Food Security Report
Weekly Corn Review
Weekly Soybean Review
Weekly Wheat Review
Talking About the Market's 'Wild Ride'
New Holland Launches Largest Capacity Combine
China Demand for U.S. Soybeans Still Hot
Group Puts Animal Well-Being Tools Online
Biofuels Supporters Frustrated by EPA on E15
Emission Allowances in Senate Climate Bill Prompts Letter
Challenges Ahead for USAID Appointee
Changes in Slaughter of Downer Cattle Sought
Report Focuses on Global Biofuels Policy
Weekly Fertilizer Review
Weekly Basis Review
New Fungicide Registered
Dairy Group Leaders Outline Actions
Seed Tech Agreement Announced
Priorities for Doha Rolled Out by ASA
Waterway Study Shows Decline in Chemical Levels
Industry Messages Help Mexican Pork Demand
Industry Messages Help Mexican Pork Demand
RMA Provides Information on Obtaining Crop Insurance Extension
Climate Forecasting Becoming More Useful to Farmers
Revised Label for PowerFlex Herbicide
Volatile Market Tied to Dollar Moves
Vilsack Announces Funding for Market Access Development
25x'25 Releases Climate Change Analysis
EPA Submits Greenhouse Gas Findings
Next Year's Ethanol Needs Being Met By U.S. Farmers
Senate Introduces Banking Regulation Bill
Debate on Health Care Could Begin Next Week
Rural Broadband Funds Available Sooner
Pig Vaccine for H1N1 Could Be Available by End of Year
Pig Vaccine for H1N1 Could Be Available by End of Year
The First Domesticated Pig Genome Is Sequenced
The Buzz: Beans Face Test After USDA Report
Farmers Taking Advantage of Weather to Move Harvest Forward
Climate Legislation Unlikely to Come to Senate Floor This Year
Reauthorization of Child Nutrition Act Headed to Congress Soon
Pork Producers Receive Influenza Information
Pork Producers Receive Influenza Information
Bipartisan Group of Representatives Introducing Bill on Cuban Trade in House
Markets are on Fire Due to the Dollar
USDA Announces National Pork Board Appointments
House Approves Health Bill
JBS Expanding Beef Operations in Russia
JBS Expanding Beef Operations in Russia
H1N1 Cases in Pigs Seem to be Mild
H1N1 Cases in Pigs Seem to be Mild
25x'25 Wants Improvements for Agriculture in Clean Air Legislation
R-CALF Pushes Agenda with USTR
Workmaster Is New Moniker for New Holland Tractors
Toro Introduces Layflat Hose
Swisher Offers Clean Driveways
Reinke Ups Warranty on Irrigation Rigs
New Draper Platform from Deere
Dry Fields Allow Farmers to Move Grain Across Scales
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Information Sharing for Beginning Farmers and Ranchers
More Clogged on Capitol Hill
Policies can Overcome Impediments to Going Organic
Renewable Fuels Being Promoted by Pro Football Player
Facts Needed for 'Daily Show'
Breaking Down the Options
Breaking Down the Options
Senate Committee Passes Cap-and-Trade
Obama Meeting at the Hill
FSA Stresses Importance to Vote for County Committee
Hearing Held on Chief Ag Trade Negotiator Nominee
USDA Offering Sessions of Food Commodity Contracting
Harvest Lingers in the Midwest
Deere Offers 5D-5M Series Utility Tractors
Export Business Quiet This Week
Challenges Lay Ahead for Senate Health Bill
Climate Bill Alternatives Are Being Considered
New Pesticide Labeling Proposed by EPA
Biodiesel Tax Credit Backed by Farm Groups
Saturday Vote on Health Care Expected in House
Animal Agriculture Wins in Ohio
Animal Agriculture Wins in Ohio
African Swine Fever Reason for Russian Ban
African Swine Fever Reason for Russian Ban
The Buzz: Farm Futures Crop Report Estimates
Wild Hectic Day on the Markets
Stallman Against Health Care Act
Still A Ways to Go Before Health Care Reform
Senate Committee Begins Markup of Climate Bill
WTO's Lamy Presents Overview of Climate Crisis
Beginning Farmer and Rancher Education Grants Awarded
Taiwan Opens Markets to U.S. Beef
Taiwan Opens Markets to U.S. Beef
Issue 2 Victorious in Ohio Election
Issue 2 Victorious in Ohio Election
Atrazine Panel Convened by EPA
Reversal of Trade Sends Money Flowing Back to the Commodities
Ag Recovery? Don't Bet On It, Says Economist
Profit Takers Come in Overnight after Monday's Rally
Farm Bureau Petitions Supreme Court in Pesticide Case
Issue 2 Vote in Ohio Has Arrived
Issue 2 Vote in Ohio Has Arrived
Climate Change Markup Boycotted by Republican Senators
New Climate Change Title Being Developed
Pig Genome Sequenced
Pig Genome Sequenced
RFA Chief Addresses World Conference
Farming Technology Advances with Ag Leader, AutoFarm Alliance
Markets Reverse Higher
Will Markup of Climate Bill Happen Tuesday?
Subcommittee Holds Advanced Biofuels Hearing
Ethanol Industry Can Utilize Low Test Weight Corn
Fertilizer Outlook Brighter, But Price Picture Cloudy
Beef Group Criticizes EPA Analysis
More Bad Video for Beef Industry
Budget Deficits Could Sink Ag Programs
Markets Give up Gains in End-of-the-Month Moves
Next-Gen Biofuels Hampered by Credit Availability
Weather is Hot Topic for Commodities Market
Soybeans Again Lead Export Lineup
Morocco Presents New Opportunity for U.S. Grain Sorghum
Health Care Legislation Unveiled in House
Senate Hears More Testimony on Climate Change Bill
Ohio Votes Tuesday on Prop 2
New Ram HD Trucks Made for Towing
U.S. Signs Nine Agreements with China
Unprecedented Rainfall Continues
Syngenta Donates to Farm Rescue, Feeding America
China Re-Opens Market for Pork and Swine
Uncertain Nose Count Remains for Public Option
MOU to Support Energy Cooperation Program Signed in China
Ag Subcommittee Examines Farm Bill Specialty Crop Provisions
Fertilizer Contracting Could Help, But Watch the Fine Print
Farmers Could Cut Fertilizer Use Again This Fall
Confusing and Frustrating Day Across Board for Markets
New Report Focuses on Rural Health Care
House Floor Debate on Health Care Could Come Next Week
Fairness of Climate Legislation Raised During Hearing
Gillibrand Authoring E. Coli Eraadication Act
Durbin Introduces Bill to Increase FDA Oversight
Money Flow Hurts Markets Despite Delayed Harvest
Dollar Rebound Hit Markets on Monday
Details of Senate Climate Change Bill Unveiled
Senate Leadership Decides to Include Public Option in Health Care Bill
U.S. Blocks Request for WTO Panel
Changes Needed in DOE Loan Guarantee Program
International Assistance for the Philippines
Money Leaves the Grain Market
Farm Futures Summit is Jan. 6-7
Challenging Weather and Yield Impact Discussed on This Week in AgriBusiness.
Senate Schedules Climate Change Hearing
Public Option Remains Big Roadblock for Health Care Reform
WTO Negotiations Update Offered
House Cap-and-Trade Numbers Quantified by Report
RFA Responds to Faulty Carbon Claims
NPPC Asks Congress' Help for Pork Industry
Have MIG Will Travel
Ranger 225 Enclosed Case Welder Sparks to Life
Miller Creates a 40-foot Extension to the Work Area
Easier Pulls on Swisher's Log Splitters
Shuttle Shift Available on Kioti DS
Terex Track Delivers the Goods
LS Hits the U.S. Market with New Line of Compact Utility Tractors
Loss of Outside Market Support Brings Down Corn
Ag Secretary Previews Priorities for Reauthorization of Child Nutrition Act
Chinese President Calls for Improved Cooperation on Climate
More Questions about Quality of Harvest Rather than Volume
U.S. Customers Asking About Corn Quality
Anti-Trust Exemption for Insurance Companies Stripped in Health Bill
Biofuel Facilities Toured by USDA Deputy
Milk Marketing Changes Recommended by USDA
U.S. Ready to Talk Commerce & Trade with China
Groups Want Key Trade Position Filled
The Buzz: Grain Markets Flip A Coin
A Lot of Mixed Signals Coming from Outside World
They're Back! China Buys More Beans
House Agriculture Committee Approves Legislation Strengthening Derivatives Regulation
Economist Says There Is Hope on Horizon for Pork Industry.
Economist Says There Is Hope on Horizon for Pork Industry.
FDA to Develop Standard Labeling Practices
House Could be Close to Passing Health Care Reform
USDA Budget Targeted For Change
Interior's Salazar Moving on Nation's Oil Shale Reserves
We May Have Seen High for Corn and Soybeans
DCP and ACRE Numbers Reported
Lamy Says it's Time for Serious Acceleration
Meetings Scheduled to Discuss Interstate Shipments by Small Firms
R-CALF USA Sets Trade Complaint Benchmark
NCGA Survey Provides Strong Results
Midwest Weather Affects the Dow on Wall Street
Harvest Continues to Be Delayed by Wet Weather
Newspaper Association Asks for Reporting Accuracy
NAFTA Leaders Meet
Wheat Summit Held in Kansas City
Vilsack to Travel to Philippines and China
Senate Health Care Reform Deliberations Continue
Film Introduces Family Farming to Consumers
Hogs from Minnesota State Fair Confirmed to Have H1N1
A Lot of Money is Flowing Today
No Animal Connection Yet in Minnesota State Fair H1N1 Cases
No Animal Connection Yet in Minnesota State Fair H1N1 Cases
Clean Water Act Enforcement Plan Released by EPA
Waterways Council Wants Funding for Locks and Dams
Clearer Picture of H1N1 Influenza Reported
Commodities Performed Well and Traders Decide to Take Some Profits
Buyers Step Up For Beans
Preweekend Harvest Pressure Hits the Markets
Rally for Ohio's Issue 2 Draws Large Group of Supporters
Over-the-Counter Act Passes Hurdle
CBO Director Says Cap-and-Trade Will Slow Economy
NCGA Reacts to USA Today Editorial
DOJ Approves JBS Purchase of Pilgrim's Pride
Bill Gates Addresses World Food Prize Event.
Soybean Farmers Contribute to World Food Prize
Most Crops Don't Qualify for DCP Payments
Study Shows Biodiesel Has High Energy Balance
Appropriation Debate Continues in Senate
Plant Research Grants Released
The Buzz: Weather + Wall Street = Rally
Vilsack Addresses Disparity in Rural Health Care
U.S.-Brazil Organizations Sign Poultry Agreement
Senate Finance Committee Passes Health Care Bill
Does Surprise Endorsement Boost Climate Change Chances?
Pork and Beef Exports Still Lagging Compared to 2008
California Signs Energy Agreement with Fed Government
Vilsack, Miller Call for Strong State Role in Proposed Consumer Legislation
Gradual Increase is Seen in Dairy Exports
Health Bill Vote Expected in Senate Finance Committee
Cases of H1N1 Are Rising
Call for More Administration Involvement on Climate Change
Selling Raw Milk Has Risks
Prices Bouncing Back After Overnight Profit Taking
Grain Prices Rocket Higher
Dispute Panel to Investigation EU's Poultry Restrictions
Dispute Panel to Investigation EU's Poultry Restrictions
Peterson Introduces Derivatives Discussion Draft
CBO Says Lawsuit Reform Would Cut Health Costs
New Research Challenges California's LFCS.
Prices for Electricity are Declining
The BUZZ: Wet, Cold Weather Heats Up the Market
No Real Surprises in USDA Report
Weather, USDA One-Two Punch for Markets
EPA Begins New Scientific Evaluation of Atrazine
NIFA Launched by Ag Secretary
Rural Health Care Coverage Report Issued
DOJ Under Pressure to Deny Acquisition of Pilgrim's Pride by JBS
CRP Contracts Reported
Guaranteed and Direct Loan Programs Now Available
NCBA and R-Calf React to Canadian Complaint
Company Sequences Canola Genome
Money Flow is Primary Factor Driving Markets Higher
Chinese Soybean Buying Slows
Funding for NBAF Included by Conference Committee
Finance Committee Receives CBO Report on Health Care Bill
Cadillac Health Plans a Problem
DCP and ACRE Sign-up Begins
Strong Sign-up for CSP Program
House Subcommittee Reviews Farm Bill Implementation
WTO Panel to Consider Canadian Complaint
Arlan Suderman Talks Markets with Ag Network
Government Studying Own Carbon Footprint
IEA Sets Goals for Clean Air
Committee Health Care Vote Delayed
Genetic Link Found Between Higher Milk Production and Reduced Fertility
Foreign Holdings of Agricultural Land Increase
Egg Producers Firing Back at Animal Rights Activists
Secretary Reacts to Extreme Case of E. coli
Bryce Knorr Talks about Factors Impacting Markets
Canadian Pork Council Distributing Traceability Ear Tags
Dairy Funding is Causing Some Controversy
Dairy Funding is Causing Some Controversy
Corporations Backing Climate Change Bill
ARA Has New President and CEO
Wind Energy is Spreading
NCGA Members Debut Sustainable Agriculture Video
BIO Requests Changes to Cap-and-Trade Legislation
New Food Safety Regulations for Produce Being Developed
ILUC Report Released by GAO
World Climate Change Discussions Going Slow
Boxer-Kerry Climate Bill Has Another Ag Group Against It
Ethanol Production Sets New Record
All Parties Should be Held Responsible in Animal Cruelty Cases
This Week Marks Release of H1N1 Vaccine
IFPRI Report Affixes Numbers to Climate Change
Bryce Knorr Discusses Markets
California Water Crisis Gets Federal Attention
U.S. Soybean Farmer-Leaders Sign Global Agreement with Uruguay
Some Small Grains Producers Will Be Resurveyed
Increased Soybean Purchase Intentions by Taiwan
Program to Support Producers Proposed by NASDA
Program to Support Producers Proposed by NASDA
More Dairy Herds Being Removed
Farms, Small Businesses Exempt from New EPA Regulations
Senate Finance Committee to Finalize Health Care Plan
Conflict, Corruption Greatest Causes of Hunger
Cover story: Precision Payback
Insights on Brazilian Ag
Senate Begins Work on Climate Change Bill
How to Write a Manure Contract
Health Care Reform Bill is Moving Forward in Senate
Boxer-Kerry Climate Bill Receives Mixed Reviews
Cabinet Members Studying Energy Transmission
House Committee Studies Farm Bill's Research Title
USDA Program Delivery to be Studied
Ag Appropriations Bill Passage is Likely
Grain Storage has Value
Senators to Introduce Global Warming Legislation
Grassley Wants H-1B Program Cleaned Up
Technology was Main Point of NCGA Comments to EPA
DOE Puts More Funding into Cobs as Fuel
The Buzz: USDA, weather and outside markets confuse traders
Chinese File Another Trade Complaint
Lamy Encourages World Trade
Japanese Confidence in U.S. Beef Has Increased
Sorghum Checkoff Hosting Team from Saudi Arabia
Update on Algae Research Reported
Chinese Corn Production Lower than Last Year
Appropriations Agreement Hailed by Top Leaders
VeraSun Facility Purchase Completed
Campaign Begins for Ohio Animal Care
WTO Ag Committee Meets
AFBF Urges Passage of Trade Pacts
Wireless Control For Tree Shearing
Bulldog 140 is New From Lincoln
Westendorf Unveils Freedom Mount Loaders
Valley 5000 Series Aimed at Small Field Operators
Russia Close to Self-Sufficiency in Poultry
Electronic Beam Technology Meeting Requested by AMI
EU Visit to U.S. Sponsored by Soy Checkoff May Help Ensure Market Access
Jackson Admits EPA Uncertain About Land Use Change
A Variety of Grants Issued by USDA
R-CALF USA Wants JBS S.A. Purchase Denied
Compact Impact Sprinkler
Concerns About EPA Proposed RFS Rule Outlined by RFA
New Initative for Mississippi River Basin Headed Up by NRCS
New Initiative to Fund Projects in 12 States in Mississippi River Basin
More Bean Sales to China This Week
House is Willing to Wait on Senate Finance Health Bill
E-Verify Program Still Alive
NPPC-AFBF Support Siddiqui Nomination
Michelin Offers Harvest-Time Bounty on High-Performance Ag Radial Tires
Summit Discusses Climate Change
NFU Seeks Support for Energy Amendments
The Buzz: The Boy Who Cried Wolf?
House Looking for Bipartisan Approach to Health Care
Comments on Outer Continental Shelf are being Reviewed
Harkin Amendment Would Prevent Funding for Indirect Land Use Change Theories
Ongoing Verification of RFS Compliance Could be Costly
Borrowing and Spending Won't Lead to Healthy Economy
Chinese Talks to Continue
Road Map Laid Out for Doha Round of Trade Talks
President Appoints Chief Agricultural Negotiator
Time Growing Short to Comment on RFS
G20 Challenged to Support Negotiations
East Coast Food Production Being Researched
25X'25 Focusing on Cap and Trade
Senate Finance Committee Ready To Mark Up Health Bill
Agriculture Saluted And Participation Urged In Safety Programs
For Hillside Farming
Shell Offers Energy Efficient Hydraulic Fluid
ARS Issues Report on Feeding WDGS to Cattle
Paper Recognizes Possible GM Role in Wheat Production
New Fuel Compatibility Bill Sought in Senate
Climate Change Bill Debate Picks Up
Worksaver Adds New Tine Grapple
Healthy Landscapes Through Ranching Promoted by Coalition
College Students Participating in Telling the Story of Agriculture
Growing Oilseeds Along Roadsides For Fuel Production
Field Scouting Supported by Multi-State SCN Research
Reaction to Senate Health Care Bill is Widely Varried
House Ag Committee Hears Over-The-Counter Testimony
RMA Agreements Will Help Underserved Producers
Monsanto Company Announces Approach to Chemistry to help U.S. Farmers Manage Risk
Bobcat Offers New M Series
Congress Continues to Debate Costs of Cap and Trade
New Senate Chair Addresses Cattlemen
New Senate Chair Addresses Cattlemen
JBS S.A. to Hold Most of Pilgrim's Pride Stock
JBS S.A. to Hold Most of Pilgrim's Pride Stock
JBS S.A. to Hold Most of Pilgrim's Pride Stock
JBS S.A. to Hold Most of Pilgrim's Pride Stock
Chinese Delegation Visits Soybean Producers
Belgian Dairy Farmers Dump Milk
Belgian Dairy Farmers Dump Milk
New Fuel Mileage Standards Proposed by Administration
Development Grants for Rural Economy Announced
Senate Finance Committee Unveils Health Care Bill
FSIS Publishing Interstate Shipment Rules
DOI Announces Climate Change Council
RFS Letter Writing Campaign Pushed by ASA
RFA Wants RFS Rules Revisited
Report Quantifies Problems with Cross-border Trucking Program
USDA Launches Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food Program
Relief for Dairy Industry Supported by NFU
Relief for Dairy Industry Supported by NFU
Vaccines for 2009 H1N1 Influenza Virus Approved by FDA
The Buzz: Can The Frost Rally Last?
The Buzz: Can The Frost Rally Last?
USGC Announces Dorr as New President and CEO
Obama Asks Wall Street To Embrace Financial Reform
Health Care Bill Moving Through Senate Finance Committee
Applications Available for New Disaster Program
Soybean Prices Improved by Biodiesel
U.S.-Mexican Truckers Debate Continues
China Launches Investigation On Chicken Imports
Who Knows What Legislation will be Next?
Reauthorization Deadline Approaching for Nutrition Programs
More Forest Protection Funds are Released
Advisory Committee Members for Beginning Farmers Program Needed
Rhino Hay Rake
Deep Tillage and Residue Control: One Tool
New GFX Row Cleaner Sports Independent Suspension
Summers Rolling Chopper Smooths Soil
Turn Round Bales Into Cash
Nobel Laureate, Father of 'Green Revolution' Passes
Nobel Laureate, Father of 'Green Revolution' Passes
The Buzz: Will Big Crops Get Bigger?
AGCO Extends Motor Oil Rebate
Export Sales Solid This Week
Vilsack Discusses Preparations for H1N1
Vilsack Discusses Preparations for H1N1
More Positive Reaction for Change on Senate Ag Committee
FSA Announces Changes to LIP
FSA Announces Changes to LIP
FSA Announces Changes to LIP
Cuba Opening Up a Little More
CFTC Pitches Cap-and-Trade Regulation Authority
New Senate Ag and Health Chairs Announced
Health Care Plan will be Marked Up by Senate Finance Committee
Groups Request Denial of NBAF Funding
Denial of Funding of NBAF Requested
Global Warming Explored by Senate Ag Committee
Punke Nominated to Represent U.S. at WTO
Food Safety Working Group Unveils New Web Site
Harkin, Lincoln Moving to New Chairs
Senate Ag Leadership Change Likely
USDA Offers to Mediate Between Soybean Groups
Hunger Prevention Important to Supporting Education
Congress Takes Up Health Care Debate Quickly
Obama to Give National Address on Health Care
Wheat Growers Change Greenhouse Gas Regulation Policy
Published Report on Climate Change Questioned
Corn Farmers May Slow Sales
Road to CFTC Reform Goes through the Farm
Senator Calling for Farm Relief
Euro Commission Rejects Dairy Plea
Euro Commission Rejects Dairy Plea
Most Farms Would Be Worse Off Under Waxman-Markey
Misconceptions About H1N1 Remain in Chinese Marketplace
Global Warming Hearing Scheduled by Ag Committee
Labeling Produce with Tattoos Has Additional Benefits
Canadian Herds Find H1N1
Canadian Herds Find H1N1
Canadian Herds Find H1N1
JBS S.A. Makes Offer for Pilgrim's Pride
JBS S.A. Makes Offer for Pilgrim's Pride
JBS S.A. Makes Offer for Pilgrim's Pride
JBS S.A. Makes Offer for Pilgrim's Pride
Grassley Gives Officials First-Hand Look at Farming
DOT Issues Report on Mexican Truck Safety
More Than 200 Projects Funded in Last 100 Days
Value-Added Grant Applications Being Accepted by Rural Development
Pork Purchases Approved by USDA
Strong Soybean Sales See More Interest from China
REAP Grants are Being Released
Drying Grain Efficiently With Propane
Efficient Grain Drying With Propane
Expanding Biofuels Role Explored
Top End Beef to EU is Great Opportunity for U.S.
Top End Beef to EU is Great Opportunity for U.S.
Top End Beef to EU is Great Opportunity for U.S.
New Front-end Loader From Buhler
The Buzz: Outside Markets Have Big Influence
Cap and Trade Study Commissioned by NCGA
Health Care, Kennedy Overshadowing Climate Change in Senate
Obama Needs to Focus on Trade
Country of Origin Labeling of Fuel Requested by Growth Energy
Farmers Could Plant More Corn, Less Soybeans Next Year
Southern Leadership of Senate Ag Committee Could Change Agenda
Cotton Case Ruling by WTO Sets Sanctions Against U.S.
First Payments Made in Biomass Crop Assistance Program
Rural Housing Repair Grants Awarded By Rural Development
Twenty More 'What if' Questions
Fistful of Dollars: Exclusive Storage Study
Talking 'The Talk'
Weigh Your Storage Options
Ten Years After Mad Cow: How Europe Solved its Food Crisis
Investing in Brazil: Exchange Rate Trend is Key
Sign up for Farm Futures Management Summit
Two New Box Spreaders in New Holland Line
New Web Site Offers Up Ethanol Information
Information Campaign Begun by Growth Energy
Parasite Infection Make Hog Vaccines Less Effective
Parasite Infection Make Hog Vaccines Less Effective
High Approval of President's Energy Policy According to Poll
FAS Tour This Week
Hearing on Biofuels Set by Senate Ag Committee
Sukup Introduces QuadraTouch
Internet Funding Requests Reported
SprayIT Calculator Makes Tip Selection Easy
Stalks, Hay and Straw Make Fodder for the BR7090
The Buzz: Buyers Seek Beans Ahead of Frost Threat
An Important Factor in Big Yield Prediction is USDA Ear Counts
OMB Updates Administration's Economic Forecast
FAS Launches Updated Trade Database
Grants Upcoming for Value Added Commodities
R-CALF USA Questions Canadian Cattle Entry into U.S.
R-CALF USA Questions Canadian Cattle Entry into U.S.
R-CALF USA Questions Canadian Cattle Entry into U.S.
Several States Are Having Problems with TB
Several States Are Having Problems with TB
Several States Are Having Problems with TB
Co-ops Are Possible Health Care Option
Bean Sales Huge, Wheat Surprises
Committee Assignments Could Change as Result of Kennedy's Death.
Health Care Deal in Wake of August Recess is Possible
Funding Released for Alternative Fuel Vehicles
Estimated CSP Payment Ranges Issued by NRCS
Feeding the Poor Starts in Rural Populations
Forest Improvement Funds Released
USDA Seeks Comments on Trade Adjustment Assistance Program
Land Use Meeting: More Questions Than Answers
Estimates Released for H1N1 Human Infection Scenario
USDA Forming Dairy Advisory Committee
USDA Forming Dairy Advisory Committee
USDA Forming Dairy Advisory Committee
Commission Formed on Animal Well-being
Commission Formed on Animal Well-being
Commission Formed on Animal Well-being
Report Questions Atrazine Levels in Water
Cap and Trade Discussion Held at White House
Colony Collapse Disorder Breakthrough
Electrical Generation Sources Shift
Chili Reports H1N1 in Turkeys
Reduced Domestic Fuel Production Projected
Food Story in TIME a Bit One-Sided
Food Story in TIME a Bit One-Sided
Food Story in TIME a Bit One-Sided
Cattle on Feed Numbers Surprising
Cattle on Feed Numbers Surprising
Cattle on Feed Numbers Surprising
Natural Resources Focus of Internet Tool
Phone Conference Held on Health Care Reform
Immigration Could Move as Amendments
Costs-Benefits of Climate Change to Fertilizer Released
25X'25 to Release Analysis of Cap-and-Trade
Cap-and-Trade Analysis from 25x'25
Farrowing Down But Production Could Be New Record
Farrowing Down But Production Could Be New Record
Farrowing Down But Production Could Be New Record
Melamine Recall Report Released
New CAST Issue Paper Examines Cloned and Transgenic Animals
New CAST Issue Paper Examines Cloned and Transgenic Animals
CRP Will be Discussed at Public Meetings
Senators Encourage Insurance Process Improvements
RMA Reminded of Insurance Process Improvements
Some Movement on Health Care Legislation Possible
Possible Movement on Health Care Reform
Law Needs to Cover Marketplace Without Exception Says CFTC Chairman
More Calls for Government Help in Pork Sector
More Calls for Government Help in Pork Sector
More Calls for Government Help in Pork Sector
Kinze Launches Planter Rebate Program
Corn, Soybean Sales Strong
Mexico Looking for FTA with Brazil
Veterinary Association Questions Pew Report
Pew Report Questioned by Veterinary Association
Crop Insurance Deadline Comes With Strong Incentives
Strong Incentives As Crop Insurance Deadline Looms
Iowa State Fair Hosts Administration's Rural Tour
Farm Notes Sale Underway
Internet Auction of Farm Loans
Wind Energy Has Many Potential Positives
Huge Job Potential in Wind Energy
New Tractor Builds on Winning Strategy
7000 Series Tractors Get New Model
Powering Up for Forage Productivity
Sprayer Aims for Bigger Market
New Windrower Lineup Launched for 2010
Guidance Products Additions Offered
Boosting Sprayer Productivity
Anhydrous Hookup Offers 'No Hands' Convenience
Colombia Official Working on Trade Deal
Deere Launches New Tractors and Equipment
On Farm Storage Loans Now Available
FSA Has Applications for On Farm Storage Loans
Argentina Beef Industry in Trouble
Argentina Beef Industry in Trouble
Argentina Beef Industry in Trouble
Drought Causes Problems for Argentina Beef Industry
Drought Causes Problems for Argentina Beef Industry
Drought Causes Problems for Argentina Beef Industry
ARRA Dollars to Protect Natural Resources
USDA Releases ARRA Dollars for Forest Service
Rural Broadband Study Completed
Study Completed on Rural Broadband
Health Care Option Being Debated
Uncertain Future for Public Option in Health Care Legislation
Petition to Activate God Squad to Be Presented
Water Crisis Prompts Groups to Ask for Pump Exemptions
The Buzz: Where's the Bottom?
Soy Transportation Coalition Publishes Semi Weight Analysis
Semi Weight Analysis Published by Soy Transportation Coalition
NPPC Asks for Industry Help
NPPC Asks for Industry Help
NPPC Asks for Industry Help
Pork Sector Asks USDA for Help
Program Announced to Help Canadian Pork Industry
Program Announced to Help Canadian Pork Industry
Program Announced to Help Canadian Pork Industry
Administration Changes Views of Some Health Care Issues
Rural Tour Focuses on Education
Education Focus of Rural Tour
Anti-Cap-And-Trade Rallies Begin Tuesday
Letter Supporting Antibiotics Use Sent to Obama Administration
New Look for FarmFutures.com
ACRE Payments Ranked by States Most Likely to Receive
Pushing Climate Change to Next Year Proposed by Senators
New Direction Outlined by Ag Secretary for Forest Service
FAS Wants Comments on USDA's Facility Guarantee Program
Human, Animal Health Could be Promoted by Virus Enzymes
The Buzz: Weather Watch Begins After USDA Report
Leave a Clean Path
Kuhn Knight Has New Spreader
Case IH Offers Small Square Baler
Topcon Releases AES-25 for Sub-inch Accuracy
Quick Change Artist from Kuhn
Mixed Report on Meat Exports
House Legislation Exempts Agriculture from Estate Tax
Applications Accepted Starting Monday for Farm Storage Loan Program
Organizations Release Study of Clean Energy Bill Impact
Coarse Grains and Ethanol Will Contribute to Profitability
Bean Sales Remain Strong
Pork Producers Pleased with Korean Move
Future of Ethanol Depends of Increased Blending Limit
Additional Pork Dollars Denied
Cap and Trade Discussed in Iceland
Australian Report Reflects Light on Beef Markets
President Expects End of Year Plan for Immigration
Blend Your Own Ethanol Campaign Launched
'United We Serve' Initiative Focuses on Volunteerism and Community Service
Rural Health Care Report Released
The Buzz: Weather Watch Begins After USDA Report
Alliance Backs Resolution to Mexico Trucking Dispute
ACRE Looking Attractive Due to Low Prices
Crude Firms Despite Another Increase In Supplies
APHIS Discussing Emergency H1N1 Plan
APHIS Discussing Emergency H1N1 Plan
APHIS Discussing Emergency H1N1 Plan
South Korea Lifts Ban on Pork
South Korea Lifts Ban on Pork
South Korea Lifts Ban on Pork
Growth Energy Road Map Announced
Retooled Loan Assistance Launched by USDA
Ban on Pork Lifted by South Korea
Senators Ask for RFS-2 Implementation
Secretary Promoted Biochar at Conference
Emergency H1N1 Plan Developed by APHIS
Ethanol Will Get Cleaner and Greener
Delays in Crop Progress Continue
Fed Watch Stymies Wall Street Rally
Mexican Trucking, Immigration Discussed at North American Leaders Conference
More Pumping Stations Would Be Made Available Under Legislation
Simplification and Extension of Biodiesel Tax Proposed
Enforcement Actions Would Happen Faster Under FDA Proposal
Energy Research Centers Being Funded
Lifecycle Analysis Issues Clouded by EPA Report
Still Time to Sign Up for ACRE
Corn Market Hopes for USDA's Help
Wheat Market: Try A Facebook Page?
Beans Keep Flexing Muscles
Planning for New Business Ventures
Fall Ammonia Prices Shoot Higher
Cellulosic E85 Shown to Outshine Other Alternatives
Minnesota Turkey Flock Has H7N9 Avian Flu
Lowest Hog Prices Seen in Two Years
Conditions Could Make August Crop Forecast Difficult to Predict
Assistance for Pork Producers Requested by Governors
Competition in Ag Industry Focus of USDA-DOJ Joint Workshops
Results of Latest CWT Herd Retirement Announced
Results of Latest CWT Herd Retirement Announced
Results of Latest CWT Herd Retirement Announced
Inaugural Class elected to the Meat Industry Hall of Fame
Inaugural Class elected to the Meat Industry Hall of Fame
Partnerships: Help When Help is Needed
The Buzz: Weather Rules
Many Helped by Senate Ag Appropriations Bill
WHO Estimates Two Billion People will Have H1N1 Influenza
National Sign-Up For New Conservation Stewardship Program Announced
Bean Basis Rides Roller Coaster
USDA Likely to Raise Corn and Soybean Production Estimates
Chinese Still Buying Old Crop Beans
The Buzz: Weather Rules
Brazil Climate Change Seen First-Hand
Food Sustainability Addressed by Vilsack at African Conference
Report Shows Drop in Ag Land Values
CWT Announces Latest Herd Retirement Results
Online Spreadsheets for Equipment Decision-Making
Tariff Rate Quota is Still Being Reviewed by USDA
Senate Approves Ag Spending Bill
Proposed Label Rule for Biobased Products Published
Ethanol and Corn Prices Affected by Blend Wall
House Republicans Want More Ag Committee Hearings on Climate Change Legislation
Oregon Implements B2 Biodiesel Requirement
WTO's Lamy Says Conclusion Needed
Crude Ignores Supplies, Focus on Dollar
How High-Profit Farmers Handle Debt
Rural Economic Development Grants Are Available
Ag Census Information Provided by ZIP Code
Influenza Recommendations Issued by Swine Vets
Floor Vote Next Step for Health Care Reform
More Work Needed on Food Safety
Rising Tide of Risk Lifts All Boats
Russia Cutting Back on Meat and Poultry Imports
Four Tips Before You Re-Tool Equipment Lineup
Increased Meat Recall Authority for USDA Introduced
WTO Investigating U.S. Poultry Import Rules
Derivatives Legislation Outline Completed
U.S. Travels to Kenya for Trade and Economic Forum
Health Care Reform Continues in House and Senate
Positive Responses to Dairy Support Payments
Estate Planning: Heirs at Odds
Corn Prices Bounce, But How High?
Bean Bull Bounces Back
Wheat Builds Base, But for What End?
Advisory Board Helps Steer Decisions
Administration Considering Hike in Milk Price Supports
Administration Considering Hike in Milk Price Supports
Administration Considering Hike in Milk Price Supports
Ethanol Production Efficiency Improved
Sign-Up Begins for Biomass Support Program
Rural Businesses Receive Billions in Assistance
Blue Dog Agreement Defended by Speaker
Fertilizer Prices Edge Higher
Hike in Milk Price Supports Urged by Senators
Wind Investments Encourage by New Legislation
Conference Scheduled for Food Safety Next Year
Export Sales Good All Around
Exports Help Boost Corn Basis
Administration Backs Brazil Tariff
Congress Moving Forward on Health Care Reform
International Outreach Programs for Science and Education
House Shoots Down Food Safety Bill
The Buzz: Watch out for Washington
The Buzz: Watch out for Washington
Push Made by Anti-Ethanol Groups
H1N1 Virus Policy Changed by CFIA
Ag Negotiations Key to Completing Doha Round
House Subcommittee Holds Dairy Hearing
Funding Made Available for Wetlands Program
Grassley Looks for Clarification of President's Stance on Ethanol Tariff
Huge Build in Crude Oil Stocks Sinks Energy Trade
Discussion of Implementation of NAIS Requested by State Officials
GAO Questions Kansas Research Site
Mexican Market Opens for U.S. Sorghum
Higher Ethanol Blends Supported by Senators
Changes Requested for Interim Final COOL Rule
Changes Requested for Interim Final COOL Rule
Changes Requested for Interim Final COOL Rule
Changes Requested for Interim Final COOL Rule
Changes Requested for Interim Final COOL Rule
Salazar Says Confidence is Returning
Lawsuit to Stop Animal ID Dismissed
Efforts of U.S. Grains Council Pour Millions into U.S. Agriculture
Blue Dogs Have Problems With Proposed Health Plan
USDA Asked to Update Climate Study
R-CALF Wants Changes for COOL Rule
Swine Vets to Provide Recommendations on H1N1
Corn Market Searches for Early Low
Worries Keep Wheat Rally Under Wraps
Old Crop Soybean Demand Stays Strong
Ammonia Prices Surge Higher at the Gulf
Natural Gas Bill Up for Consideration
EPA Has Until December to Rule on 15% Ethanol
Senate Taking Time Before Voting on Health Care
Projections Are for Fewer Cattle Placed on Feed During June
Biofuel Feedstock Projects Receive Funding
Alliance Formed to Urge Legislators to Fix Trade Dispute
CFTC Panel Recommends Incremental Modifications to Wheat Contracts
Peterson Urged to Assert Ag Jurisdiction on Food Safety Legislation
Several Groups Testified Against Clean Water Restoration Act
Corn Basis Doesn't Crack On Rally
Farm Loan Restructuring Options Report Released
WHO Pushing Nations to Plan for H1N1 Virus
Hearing on Climate Change Provides Lots of Viewpoints
Corn, Soybeans Sales Are Strong
Grains Council Receives World Food Demand Report
Canadian Listeriosis Outbreak Report Released
Analysis Shows Reversal for Cow-Calf, Stocker Operations
NFU Outlines Climate Change Priorities
FSIS Asked for Info by AAMP
Biofuels Receiving Funds from Farm Bill
Crop Insurance Changes Requested by Ag Chairs
U.S. Moves to Block China's Panel Request
Cap and Trade Study Released
August Crop Report Will Include New Information
Grassley Voices Concern for Role of USTR
Crude Oil Holds Firm on Another Drop in Supplies
Plenty of Opinions on Dealing with Dairy Crisis
USGC Directors Provide Trade Outlook
NPPC Concerned About Possible Canadian Pork Bailout
Outside Markets Shift Back to Brighter Tone
Rural Perspective on Public Health Care
Clock is Ticking to Sign Up for ACRE
India Makes Economic Recovery A Goal
Drudge Report Failed to Get Facts Straight
Budget Measures Take Center Stage for NPB
Korean Grain Buying Leaders Meet with U.S. Corn Suppliers
House Facing Problems With Health Care
Food Safety Standards Need to Address Public Health Benefits
Animal Health Association Hosts TB Discussion
WHO Looking for H1N1 Spread
Beans Brace for Chinese Selling
Corn Market Set to Play Waiting Game
Wheat Consolidation Boosts Bulls Confidence
Food Safety Bill Triggers Fight
Final Push for Higher Ethanol Blend Made by Growth Energy and NAEDA
Ammonia Prices Threaten Rebound, Potash Retreats
Request for Referendum of Soybean Checkoff Falls Far Short
Direct Loans Available to Farmers and Producers
Rural Tour Stops at Dairy Rally
House Ag Committee Holds Food Safety Hearing
USDA Civil Rights Deputy Named
ARRA Issues More Money for Water Improvement
Climate Bill Will Have Different Consequences for Different Ag Areas and Industries
Foodborne Disease Outbreak Response Guidelines Released
Lamy Says Keeping Trade Open Important for Recovery
Bargain Hunters Shop For Exports
The Buzz: Funds and Outside Markets Still Matter
Scabby Wheat Popping Up All Over
Stallman Calls Climate Bill a 'Fool's Errand'
Disease Outbreak Prevention Discussed by Government and Industry Stakeholders
FAPRI Study on H.R. 2454 Cited at Senate Committee Meeting
Diesel Prices Staying Stubbornly Strong
WHO Declares H1N1 Unstoppable
Wheat, Oats and Barley Won't Have Counter-Cyclical Payments
Inflation Fears Bubble Back to Surface
H1N1 Could Return Aggressively this Fall
Failure to Ratify U.S.-Colombian Agreement Could Cost Producers Millions
Pork-Beef Exports Mixed Bag
Cuban Farm Export Limitations Overturned
Hearing on Restricting Antibiotic Use in Livestock Held
Wheat Tries to Turn the Corner
House Committees Examine Over-The-Counter Derivatives
Voters will Decide on Ohio Livestock Care Legislation
CWT Sets Second Dairy Buyout
Beans Try to Hold the Line
USDA Deputy for Food Safety Chosen
Corn Wonders If Party Is Over
The Buzz: Weather, Exports Best Hopes for Rally
Immigration Policies Coming Fast
Ag Appropriations Bill Passes House
Fertilizer Prices Fall In Line With Wholesale Market
Timeframe Extended for Senate Climate Change Legislation
FSA Administrator Post Filled
Russia Urged to Lift Meat Bans
Information Sharing Amendment Denied
Recommendations on Immigration Reform Announced
House Ag Subcommittee Asked to Provide Oversight for Bioenergy Program
Change in Cap-and-Trade Tariff Pushed for in Senate.
Lower Prices Fuel Export Sales
Demand for Fertilizer Expected to Rebound
Red-hot Corn Basis Tries to Coax Sales
Signup Begins Monday for New Livestock Indemnity Program
EU to Place Anti-Dumping Duties on U.S. Biodiesel
Farmers Should See Cheaper Diesel Ahead
Climate Change Testimony by Cabinet Members
Hearings Announced by CFTC
Two World Issues affect U.S.; EU
USDA Announces Dairy Export Incentive Allocations
Second Guessing Begins On Wall Street
New Plan for Food Safety Unveiled
New Immigration Enforcement Focuses on Employers
Release of Food Safety Working Group Findings Tuesday
Food Prices Keep Sliding Lower
Paraguay Pushes Tougher Chemical Standards
Meat, Poultry Producers Keep Cutting Back, but is it Enough?
G8 Countries to Invest in Agriculture
Ammonia Prices Tumble at the Gulf
Lamy Opens Aid for Trade Review
Health Product Withdrawal Standards Need to Be Checked
If Things Play Out Right Potential for Ethanol Looks Good
Latest Herd Retirement Round Finished by CWT
Secretary Vilsack Announces Disaster Funding for Rural Development Programs
Climate Change Set to Move Forward in Senate
Fuel Savings Could Change Highway Weight Limits
Vilsack Announces New Approach to Food Security
National Disease Strategy Not NAIS Requested by R-CALF
New Rules for CSP Almost Complete
Corn Sales Boom Ahead of USDA Reports
Cash Market Tries To Figure Next Basis Moves
Michigan Taking Proactive Approach toward Livestock Standards
Six Things You Should Know About Animal Activists Today
Pencils Down!
County Level Cash Rents
Calculate Savings from Your Health Plan
Calculate Savings from Your Health Plan
July Bonus Feature
Wall Street Rings In New Quarter on Upbeat Note
Comment Period on RFS Extended by EPA
Climate Bill's Tariff Provision Concerns President
Obama Administration Filling State Posts
Rising Gasoline Stocks into Holiday Could Signal a Top
Cutting Energy Project Red Tape Goal of New Legislation
Trade Mission for Corn-Fed Beef Wraps Up in Korea
Obama Administration Launches Rural Tour
Recovery Act Provides $4 Billion for Broadband
Gray Wolves Agreement Reached
USDA Economist Sees Soybean Acres Rising
Ag Secretary Outlines Food Security Strategy
The Buzz: Beans Still Have Bullish Flavor
Aussie Tractorcade Gets Rolling
Farmers in Paraguay in Fight over Crop Protection Products
Bulls Hope Acreage Report will Turn Corn Tide
More DDGS Headed North
USDA Web Site Looks at Recovery Spending
Australia on the Road to Big Wheat Crop
Wheat Market Looks to Better Days
Soybeans Face Critical Test Tuesday
H1N1 Reactions Discussed in WTO Meeting
Congress Still Working on Immigration Reform
When Will House Vote on Climate Change?
Fertilizer Markets are Quiet, Companies not so Much
Climate Change Bill Has Different Levels of Support
Corn Basis Firms on Tight Farmer Holding
Constitutional Amendment on Animal Care Backed by Ohio Lawmakers
Soybean Sales Continue To Wind Down
Climate Change Legislation Addressed by Rural America Solutions Group
House Ag Subcommittee Holds Hearing on Farm Bill Implementation
Climate Change Bill Won't Have Farm Bureau Support
Energy Rally Stumbles On Rising Tide of Gasoline
Upward Spending Trend Shown in Appropriation Bills
Agreement on Energy Bill Reached by Peterson, Waxman
Farm Futures See Corn Acres Down 3%
Excessive Wheat Speculation Investigation Results Released
Family Farm Visit for EPA Officials
Energy Secretary Voices Support of Ethanol
USDA Recovery Act Web Mapping Tool Adding HUD Data
CBO Releases Cost Analysis of Climate Change
Wall Street Rally Takes a Breather
Review of International Marketing Efforts Sought by Soybean Checkoff
Officials Search for Cause of Contamination
Small Swine Production Cuts Being Made
Forward Movement on Doha Talks
Commodity Market Investigation Asked for by NFU
Acre Worries Surface For Soybeans
FY2010 Ag Appropriations Bill Passes House Ag Committee
Wheat Presses Lows on Harvest Pressure
Clashing Policies Could Hurt Biofuels Development
President Delaying South Korea Free Trade Deal
Bearish Turn Rattles Corn Market
Crapo Intends to Stand in Way of Clean Water Act
Meatpacker is Under Investigation in Corruption Case
Food Safety 'Overkill' Battled by Ag Groups
Congress Moving on Two Threats to Agriculture
Grassley Speaks to International Trade Association
New Financial Regulations Proposed by President
Budget Squeeze Hits Farmland Preservation
New Strain of H1N1 Found in Brazil
Clean Water Bill Headed for Markup Today
Forest Service Chief Named
Iowa State Economist Issues Biofuels Warning
Animal ID Recommendations to Wait for Listening Sessions
Recovery Act Funds for Rural Water Projects Announced
Equivalency Organic Agreement with Canada Announced
The Buzz: Marketing Opportunities Still Exist For Crops
Corn Sales Healthy, China Still Buying Beans
Land Values Holding Up, and Investors are Returning
Potash Prices Finally Start to Crack - for Some
Time Running Out for Committee Markup of Climate Change Bill
Energy Prices Choppy After Report
H1N1 Herd in Canada Culled
Growing Support for Biodiesel
Chambliss and Klobuchar Introduce Food Safety Bill
Climate Change Report Looks at Ag
Cellulosic Ethanol Being Sold by Shell
Ag Secretary Discusses Renewable Energy Opportunities at Western Governors Conference
Marketing and Regulatory Programs Deputy Under Secretary Named
Growth Energy Absorbs Another Ethanol Group
Farm Interest Rates Are on the Rise
Deadline to Report 2009 Planted Acres Approaching Fast
Virus Worries Not Only Reason for Pork Bans
AMI Study Shows Big Contribution to U.S. Economy from Meat and Poultry Industry
Several Countries Continue to Refuse Pork from U.S
Nominations Open for FSA County Committee
Biomass Utilization and Wood-to-Energy Grants
Clean Water Restoration Act Opposed by Farm Bureau
Climate and Energy Legislation Still Focus of Ag Groups
Wheat Rally Evaporates As Quickly As It Came
Corn Lacks Story Line to Drive Prices Higher For Now
Congress Using Money as Leverage to Make NAIS Mandatory
Stronger Crush Supports Soybeans
2009 World Food Prize Awarded to Ethiopian Scientist
House Committee Passes Food Processors Fee
Ag Committee Discusses Waxman-Markey Bill
Pandemic Status Officially Reached by H1N1 Virus
Pork and Beef Export Numbers Released by USMEF
Economic Slowdown Not Stopping Grain Demand
Report Projects Dramatic Drop In Farm Income
Funding Announced for Disaster Relief
Stimulus Hearing Held by Ag Subcommittee
Missouri Crowd Opposed to Mandatory NAIS
EPA Holds Hearing on Indirect Land Use
Decision on Chemical Application Permitting Postponed for Two Years
Kirk Calls Cairns Meeting Productive
Kirk Calls Cairns Meeting Productive
More Anti-Competitive Suits Prosecuted will Help GIPSA Credibility
Broadband Access Critical to Keep Agriculture Competitive
Obama's Biofuels Directive Met by USDA
Leaders Balk at Obama Request for H1N1 Vaccine Funding
Early Payments Going to Dairy Farmers
Schedule for Fall International Food Shows Released
Senate Leadership Wants Comprehensive Immigration Bill
A Busy Week Lies Ahead for Biofuels
FAS Reports on Colombian Biofuels Industry
Colombia and Panama Could Be Large Buyers of U.S. Soy Products
Iowa Senator Invites EPA Regulation Writers to the Farm
Harkin Confident Senate Will Remove Indirect Land Use
Amendments to Climate Change Legislation Suggested
Corn Faces A Long, Cool Summer?
USDA Report Is Next Soybean Milestone
Wheat Traders Wonder If Top Is In
Rural Development Loans More Than $1 Billion to Utilities and Co-Ops
Marketing and Regulatory Deputy Undersecretary Named
Ranking Member Wants More than Generalities on Cap and Trade
Ammonia Prices Tumble Again on World Markets
Dairy Crisis Ideas Delivered to Ag Secretary
Agricultural And Ethanol Contract Trading Hours Are Being Expanded
New Tool Helps Hog Farmers Develop Emergency Action Plan
Derivatives, Speculation Focus of Senate Ag Hearing
At Least Another Year Of Losses For Hog Producers
Tight Supplies, Slow Planting Boost Basis in Eastern Midwest
Pork Producers Face Hard Times
Chinese Cancellations Trim Soybean Sales
Jurisdiction Issues Remain on Clean Energy Bill
Food Safety Overhaul Begun in House
Leaders Will Discuss Future of Ethanol at Biofuels Financial Conference
President Asks for Additional Funding to Fight Flu Pandemic
All 50 States Have Confirmed H1N1 Cases
Meetings Scheduled on Outer Continental Shelf Renewable Energy
Two Conservation Programs Unveiled by Secretary Vilsack
Supply Surprise Derails Energy Market
USTR Kirk to Discuss Trade Issues in Russia This Week
Growing Concern about Effects of Proposition 2
The Buzz: USDA Should Tighten Soybean Stocks
Leadership Program Participants Announced by Pork Checkoff
Congress Back in Washington for Next Month
Crumbling Dollar Lights Bonfire on Wall Street
See for Yourself Participants Chosen by USB
Age Limits on Cattle Raised by Resolution
Little Change in Prices by Increasing Ethanol Blend
Milk Production Increases, Receipts Decrease
Safe Feed/Safe Food Program Approved by Pork Committee
Can Corn Crop Overcome Challenge Two Years in a Row?
NASS Releases Annual Poultry Numbers
Derivatives Hearing Set by Senate Ag Committee
Swine Team from China is Training in U.S.
Wheat Smashes More Barriers
Beans, Beans, Who's Got The Beans?
Corn Bulls Graze On Fund Money
Funds Announced to Improve Infrastructure Across Rural America
Specialty Crop Assistance Deadline
Rally for Dairy Industry Being Held
A Lot of Work Remains Ahead for Climate Legislation
Plains to Benefit from Hot Weather
OIE Moving Japan's BSE Status
ARRA Funds Being Released for Energy Development
2009 Farm Progress Show Online Tickets Available
Six More Listening Sites for NAIS Named
Trade Included in U.S. Egypt Partnership
Field Study Shows Benefits of No-Till
Proposed Legislation Would Raise Costs for Food Production Facilities
Mental Health Care Lacking in Rural Areas
Biodiesel Gaining Support from Scientific Community
Safety Materials for Biodiesel
Jackson Says Wyoming Has Huge Potential for Energy
Rural Mainstreet Index Expands for Third Straight Month
Strategy for Rural American Broadband Released
Morocco Beef Opens Doors for U.S. Grain
NCGA Gearing Up for RFS Comment Period
More Time Available to Comment on E15
Dairy Export Move Upsets EU Producers
Soy Group Checks out Central, South American Markets
USTR Says Trading Partners Must Play by Rules Too
Climate Change Bill May Have Rough Road to House Floor
Old Crop Soybean Rally Prepares for Final Battle
Wheat Continues to Surprise
Corn Bulls Wonder If Their Time Has Come
Pork Group Supports Passage of Panama FTA
Fertilizer Market Quiet, Industry Isn't
McDonald's USA to Join in Study of Hen Housing
Biggest Drop in Land Prices Since 1985
Congress Finally Trying to Complete Panama Trade Deal
Renewable Fuel Standard Improvement Act Introduced in Senate
Mandate for Renewable Power Kept in Energy Bill
Web Site Launched by Food Safety Working Group
Ag Committee Hears Testimony on LCFS
Bill Seeks to Rein In Anti-Competitive Meat Packers
Auditors for Dairy Cow 'Retirement' Start Work
Budget for Beef Checkoff Spending Outlined for 2010
Another Big Weak for Bean Sales
Claims Deadline Against VeraSun Approaching
Increasing Ethanol Blend Will Create More Jobs
Soybean Basis Surges on Old Crop Squeeze
Housing Repair Grants Announced
Could 2009 Be the Year of the Soybean?
Biotech Has Environmental Benefits
Russian Nears Pork Self Sufficiency
Senate Finally Approves Gensler to Head CFTC
Republican Group Condemns 'Energy Tax' Legislation
H1N1 Vaccine Developed by South Korea
Oil Rally Tries for Another Leg Up
The Buzz: Time to Make New Crop Sales
A Solution for Global Hunger?
Proposed Increase in Fuel Economy, Reduction of Greenhouse Gas Announced By President
Inflation: Back to the Future
What U.S. Farmers Say About China
Contagious Enthusiasm
Fertilizer Dealers: Charging ahead
Flex Lease Yields and Prices
Forest Legacy Receives Funds
Canadians Map H1N1 Virus
Green Jobs Waiver Attacked
Farm Interest Rates Cheap, But Could Be Cheaper
Farm Bureau, Representatives Express Concern About Current Climate Legislation
More Legislation Against Animal Agriculture
H1N1 Flu is Focus of WHO Meeting
Corn Could Pull Back Despite Bullish Outlook
Legislation Introduced to Legalize Illegal Immigrant Farm Workers
Food Safety: Lessons from Europe
Rural Community Facility Projects Funded by ARRA
Theory That Lab Accident is Source of H1N1 Dispelled
Beware the Ides of May for Soybeans?
USDA Report Doesn't Settle Wheat Debate
Staff Additions Keep Coming at USDA
Letter to Energy Committee Outlines Potential Problems with Climate Legislation
Retail Fertilizer Prices Stabilize, Whole Markets Drift Lower
Carbon Offsets Need to Be Controlled by USDA
Chinese Agriculture Production Receives Funding from Government
Another BSE Case Confirmed in Canada
WHO Releases Flu Numbers
Renewable Fuel Standard Improvement Act Introduced
More U.S. Hormone-Free Beef Headed to Europe
Rally Weakens Corn Basis
Oil Prices Falter Despite Sharp Drop In Supplies
Confirmation of Interior Nominee Blocked in Senate
Cap and Trade Concerns Expressed by Ag Committee Ranking Member
House Scales Back Emissions Bill Provisions
H1N1 May Have Been Caused by Human Error
U.S., Canada, Australia to Collaborate on Synchronized Biotech Introduction in Wheat
Soy Demand to Stay Firm
Over 100,000 Dairy Cows and 2 Billion Pounds of Milk Will Be Removed
Ag Secretary Says Prevention is Key to Food Safety
Deputy Undersecretary, CFO Appointed at USDA
Mexican Pork Bans Lifted
Grains Council Asserts That Supply is Ample to Meet World Demand
Land Use Changes to Greenhouse Gas Continue to be Problematic
Food and Nutrition Service Administrator Announced
Senate Hears Testimony from EPA Administrator
SPECIAL REPORT: Farm Futures Exclusive with Ag Secretary
The Buzz: USDA Reports, Planting Delays Should Support Prices
Greenhouse Gas Emission Rules Fail to Follow Intent of Congress
USDA Announces New AMS Administrator
Women Farmers and Ranchers Introduce New TV Program
REG Signs Agreement With Three Biodiesel Plants To Consolidate
Wall Street Hesitates After Big Rally
New Group Strives to Tell Real Story of Agriculture
Culling of Canadian Swine Herd Not Health Related
$12 Soybeans: Now or Later?
USDA the Decider for Wheat
Grants to Address Effectiveness and Efficiency of National School Meals Programs
More to the Story of Mapping the Cow Genome
Lamy Sets Agricultural Tone
Ag Budget Proposal Has Plenty of Opposition in Congress
DDGS Exports Are Up
Congressional District Breakdown of Ag Census Data Available
Corn Looks Ahead To Tighter Supplies
Polling Finds Pork Message is Being Received by Consumers
Hog Operating Losses Have Skyrocketed Since H1n1 Virus
North American Trade Officials Ask for Bans to Be Lifted
H1N1 is More Than Just Hog Industry Threat
Fertilizer Prices Mixed Into Summer
US-EU Beef Agreement Doesn't Do Enough
Rural Development Loans and Grants Increase Economic Opportunity
Cap and Trade Hearing Conducted by Senate Finance Committee
Changes Announced to Supply and Demand Reports
U.S. Providing Food for Pakistan and Afghanistan
Sanitary Dressing and Control Procedures Focus of New Food Rule
Soybean Sales Keep Coming
Peterson Vows Not to Support Any Climate Change Legislation
Butler Named New GIPSA Director
USDA Announces More Staff
Vilsack Meets With Dairy Producers
Natural Resources Under Secretary Selected
Legislation Introduced to Settle Civil Rights Case
H1N1 Problems Seem to be Turning Around
More Trading Partners Cut Off Pork Imports
Settlement Funds Set for Lawsuit
Basis Firm into May Delivery
Lamy Sets Stage for Next Four Years
The Buzz: Trade Gears Up For May Crop Report
First Step Toward Resolving Two Decade Beef Dispute
Crude Oil Prices Rally to Six-Month Highs
Response to Renewable Energy Announcements Has Been Favorable
ARRA Funds Provided for Forest Projects
CARB Ruling Already Having Impact
Nations Fight Bans on Pigs and Pork Product
Open Window for Field Work in Corn Belt
Change in Jurisdiction of National Animal ID is Unlikely
USDA, President Being Asked to Help Pork Industry
President Asks For Acceleration Of Investment In And Production Of Biofuels
What's Next For Stocks? Forget Conventional Wisdom
Soybean Checkoff Referendum Petition is Being Circulated
Several Senators Sign on as Co-sponsors of Cuban Trade Bill
H1N1 May Impact Beef Too
Listening Sessions Should Focus On Common Sense and Practical Solutions
White House Meeting Held On Rural Health Care
Despite Sick Pigs H1N1 Seems to be Winding Down
Merrigan Announces Organic Farming Funds
Pork's Return to Profitability Likely to Take Longer
Seven Sites Selected for National Animal ID Listening Sessions
Hang On For a Wild Ride in Beans
Alberta Farm Has Suspected Case of Influenza
It's Now or Not For a While for Wheat
Corn Market Faces Critical Week
Animal Rights Groups Using Flu to Advance Agendas
Some Expiring Contracts Eligible for CRP Extension
USMEF Working to Keep Foreign Pork Markets Open
Overall Consumers Have a Favorable View of Agriculture
Put Your Smart Phone to Work
Put Your Smart Phone to Work
Stallman Asks EPA to Increase Ethanol Blend
Ammonia Prices Break Sharply at the Gulf
H1N1 Virus Gets Another Name
Republican Group Seeks to Provide Strong Voice for Rural America.
Environmental Standards Exceeded by New Manure System
EU May Accept U.S. Beef
Corn Basis Gathers Steam Into Delivery
Corn, Soybeans Sales Still Strong
Cap and Trade System Supported by NFU, NCGA
Vilsack Extends CRP Emergency Use
Egypt Slaughtering Hog Population
Valero Offers Former Supplies Corn Contracts
USDA Civil Rights Record Reviewed by House Committee
Countries Encouraged to Activate Pandemic Preparedness Plans
Big Rise In Crude Oil Stocks Doesn't Dent Prices
The Buzz: Can Weather Trump The Flu?
Rural Business Grants are Available
Congress Passes 2010 Budget Resolution
More Spring Planting Delays on the Way
COOL Being Challenged By Canada
New Trademark Program for American Grown Products
The Buzz: Can Weather Trump The Flu?
Resolving Civil Rights Cases Discussed by Vilsack
Seven States Have Confirmed H1N1 Cases, As Well As Several Countries
USDA to Be an 'Every Day, Every Way' Department
Recovery and Reinvestment Funds Released for Rural Water Projects
Congressional Committees Looking into Influenza Situation
Wall Street Catches Cold on Flu Outbreak
Applications Being Accepted for Broadband Grants
Corn Planting Progress Varies Greatly
'Ghost Crop' Clause Clarified by NSP
House Approves Legislation to Improve Water Research
Funds Announced for Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program
Most Flu Cases Linked to Mexico Visits
Several Countries Have Stopped U.S. Pork Imports
Crop Loan Rates Announced
Funds Turn Massive Sellers of Corn
Fear That Flu Could Develop into Pandemic is Driving Markets Lower
Will Farmers Choose ACRE?
Risk Ranking of Food Requested by FSIS Administrator
Does U.S. Wheat Production Matter?
Tentative Budget Deal in Congress
Beans Fight Back, But for How Long?
Several Food Safety Bills May be Moved on Soon
TB Found in West Texas Dairy Herd
Groups Voice Strong Reactions To CARB Decision
Pelosi Backs Off of Statement on Climate Change
Final Feed Rules Are Set by FDA
Meat Industry Pledges to Improve Food Safety Practices
National Pork Board Urges Increased Bio-Security Plans
Low Carbon Fuel Standard Adopted by CARB
Summer Ammonia Prices Plummet As Planting Begins
Corn, Wheat Basis Show Strengthening
Survey of Nation's Organic Farmers to be Conducted
President Promotes Alternative Energy and Jobs Plan
Capitol Hill is Working on New Energy Bill
Nearly Half of Nation's Energy Could be Low-Carbon by 2050
Big Week of Export Sales Boosts Prices
Crop Insurance Works Well, But Could Be Improved
Progress of Winter Wheat is Slow
Petroleum Prices Try to Survive Huge Increase In Stocks
The Buzz: Weather in the Bulls Eye for Corn and Wheat
Ag Secretary Sees Opportunity for Agriculture to Offset Greenhouse Gas in Other Sectors
Another Law Aimed at Animal Agriculture Comes Closer to Reality
Ag Secretary Lays Out Civil Rights Agenda
Low Carbon Fuel Standard Treating Ethanol Unfairly
Jobs and Water Quality Provided by Rural Development Funding
Senate Committee Approves Sebelius to Head HHS
Comments Filed with California Air Resources Board by NCGA
Legislation Introduced to Protect Livestock from Greenhouse Regulations
President Asks for Cuts by Department Heads
Bear Growls Again on Wall Street
Recession's Impact Being Felt in Ag
Several Days Spent Celebrating Earth Day
Restoration Funds Distributed by Interior Department
G8 Meeting Yields Global Food Security Document
Greenhouse Gas Finding by EPA Could Impact Agriculture
Changes to Food Safety System Recommended by Report
More Under Secretary Nominations for USDA
Profit-taking Dents Soybean Top
Ag Economy Taking a Big Hit in 2009
Weather Pressures Seasonal Corn Retreat
WTO Challenge of COOL May Come Quick
G8 Agricultural Ministerial Hears Vilsack Discuss Agriculture's Role in Global Food Security
2009 Hurricane Season Updated
Climate and Clean Energy Framework Established by Mexico and U.S.
Wheat Market Tries to Hold On
Bonnie Brings Plenty of Conservation Experience To USDA
Biodiesel Standard Passes Iowa Senate
Global Food Security Major Topic at G8 Ag Summit
Fertilizer Inventories Build As Prices Fall
Court Ruling Clears Way for Increased Ethanol Use in California
Comments Sought on Raising Ethanol Blend Wall
Comments on Broadband Funding and Services Submitted by AFBF
Food, Agriculture and National Security Theme for 2009 Word Food Prize Symposium
Basis Mixed on Soybean Rally
China Keeps Buying U.S. Soybeans
Ag Leaders Say Farmers Deserve Apology for Being Blamed for Higher Food Prices
Vilsack Names 14 New Staffers
Over $84 Million Fund 55 Conservation Projects
Economy in Farm Sector Stronger than Other Areas
Listening Tour on Animal Identification to be Held
The Buzz: Soybeans Leading the Markets
Germany Bans Growing GMO Corn
Good 'First Step' Taken in Softening Cuba Policy
Eligibility of U.S. Pork Plants Shuffled by Russia
Country Pages Added to FAS Web Site
Climate Change Goals Outlined by AFBF
Farmers Have Conservation Reserve Options
Crude Oil Supplies Soar, But Prices Hold
Chinese Imports of U.S. Corn Are a Possibility
Severe Weather Sweeping Across U.S.
Southern Plains Wheat Condition Worsens
USDA Names Another FFAS Deputy
Pentagon Spending Stimulus Money Looking at Alternative Energy
Outcry Over Pesticide Decision Prompts EPA to Defend Decision
Carbon Sequestration Pits Developed Countries against Developing Countries
Wall Street Faces First Test After Five-Week Rally
Cuban Embargo Remains, But Travel Restrictions Loosened
Aquatic Plants That Clean Wastewater Could Replace Corn in Ethanol Production
Delay of Feed Ban Rule Proposed by FDA
Marketing Assistance Loans to Begin Using Improved Method
Farm Bureau, NCC and Others Asking for Review of Pesticide Rule
Beans Sputter After Move to New Highs
CDC Would Like Further Progress on Food Safety
Wheat Market Left Cold By Freeze
Additional USDA Staff and Under Secretaries Named
It's Decision Time for Spring Corn Rally
Research, Education and Economics Information System is Updated
New FFAS Deputy Will Concentrate on International Matters
Ethanol Land Use Debate Heats Up
Feed Grains Demand: Our Best Overseas Customers
Business Plan Basics
Stay Connected: Go Surfing for More Information
Best Places to Farm! Links to More Data
Wholesale Fertilizer Prices Continue to Ease
Russia Has De-listed 34 Pork Facilities Cutting in Half U.S. Pork Eligible for Export
Falconer's Replacement at WTO Also Assumes Ag Chairmanship
More High Water Headed for Red River Valley
South Korea Continues to Refuse Canadian Beef
Ethanol Has Little Impact on Food Prices According to CBO
South Central Drought Pulling Down National Wheat Condition Numbers
There is Room for Improvement of Meat and Poultry Inspection
FCC Developing Broadband Access Plan
Basis Mostly Firm This Week
NPPC Wants All Possible Impacts of Expanding Corn Ethanol Considered
High Level USDA Spots Filled
Study Details National Economic Impact of Cooperatives
Start Date Finally Set for ACRE Sign-up
The Buzz: Watch Out for Next Week's Weather Forecasts
Corn Sales Lead Export Sales Report
Definition of Actively Engaged in Farming Still Problem for Pay Limits
Ag Secretary Makes Farm Stop to Discuss New Production Agriculture Initiatives
Falling Diesel Supplies Triggers Energy Rally
Market Forces Push Down on Prices
Large Coalition Wants Mexican Trucker Dispute Settled
Another Ethanol Company Files Bankruptcy
Salmonella in Nut Plant Continues to be Found as Investigation Expands
Farm Bill Changes Regulations for MAL and LDP Programs
EPA Taken to Court by Poultry Organizations Over Water Regulations
Real World Climate Change Costs Focus of Series of Meetings
Pesticide Ruling Concerns Senate Agriculture Leadership
Secretary to Lead U.S. Delegation to G8 Ministry
Budget Will Take Top Priority When Congress Returns
Japan Ends Some Biotech Testing
Failure to Meet Inspection Regulations Causes Poultry Recall
WTO Head Calls Obama Extremely Engaged
Survey Shows Farmers, Ranchers Turning to Risk Management
Increased Nutrition Funds Will Provide a Significant Boost to Local Economies
Senate Amendment Lowers Estate Tax
Senators Pushing for Construction of Renewable Fuel Pipelines
Wheat Follows the Leader Higher
Acreage Cutbacks Lower Fertilizer Prices
Bean Pass USDA Test with $10 Ahead
Corn Tries for Upside Breakout
House Passes FY 2010 Budget Resolution
Pelosi Won't Push Climate Change Until Consensus Reached
Farmers Who Lease Federal Land Eligible for DCP
House Ag Committee Begins Focus on Food Safety
Food Manufacturers Are Lobbying for Increased Sugar Imports
EC Duties on Biodiesel Based on Inaccurate Facts and Omissions
FDA Thinks Salmonella Caused by Commingling of Raw And Roasted Nuts
USDA Providing Safety Net for Dairy Producers
NACD CEO Nominated to Coordinate Legislative Affairs
Funds for Rural America Promoted by Biden and Vilsack
Basis Stays Firm on Futures Rally
Corn Sales Stay Strong; China Buys 2009 Beans
Legislative and Executive Branches Reviewing Food Safety
Make insurance work for you
Make insurance work for you
Oil Supplies Keep Rising
Ag Secretary Testifies on Proposed Reforms and Rural Revitalization
Legislation Would Ease Cuban Restrictions
Hog Industry Welcomes USDA Help
Improving Child Nutrition in Schools Focus of Senate Ag Hearing
House Ag Subcommittee Will Review State of Farm Economy
Deadline Extended for ACRE and DCP Sign-up
Vilsack Pleased by Designation of Additional Public Lands
Profit Taking Hits Stocks To Start Key Week
The Buzz: Bean Acres a Big Surprise
Conservation Grant Proposals As Well As Comments Sought
Temporary Worker Program in Jeopardy
Wheat Market Ponders Benefits from Storm
Farmer Mac Sells Ag Loans to Rabobank
25x'25 Principles Outline Transition to Reduced Carbon Economy
Scientists Find Gene That Could Defend Against Soybean Rust
Congress Will Debate Budget This Week
Beans Face Moment of Truth
Corn Market's Long Wait Is Almost Over
Move Made to Upgrade Lock and Dams
Moran Pushing For Change to Cuban Trade Policy
Fertilizer Prices Mixed; Takeover Battles Continue
Vilsack and Aussie Prime Minister Thank Firefighters
Upper Midwest Feeling Effects of Flooding
House Passes Bill to Establish Wildfire Fund
Climate Change Task Force Established
Another Nominee Withdraws from Consideration
Dairy Sector and Nutrition Programs Get Help from USDA
Corn Exports Bounce Back Strong
Organizations Throwing Support Behind Derivatives Bill
Level Playing Field for Renewable Fuels Sought in California
More Support For Pushing Past Ethanol Blend Wall
Hearing on Conservation Payments Finds Some Problems
Bean Basis Tumbles on Futures Surge Above $9.50
Subsidy Caps and Limits Still Being Debated
The BUZZ: Spring Rally Could Lift Prices
Live Hog Prices Likely to Advance to The Low $50s
Memo Could Violate Whistleblower Laws
Greenhouse Gas Ruling Could Have Unintended Consequences
Findings of Red Meat Study Called into Question
Diesel Supplies Drop As Seasonal Buying Kicks In
President Proposes Clean Energy Spending
Kirk Sworn in as Trade Representative
Vilsack Announces Top Advisors
Bill Seeks to Address Truck Weight Problem
Vilsack and Salazar to Keynote Renewable Energy Meeting
Michener Brings Experience to FAS
Falconer Stepping Down
WEEKLY FINANCIAL REVIEW: Fed, Treasury Moves Increase Risk Appetite
Head of NRCS Announced
Poultry Respiratory Disease Found on Texas Farm
Lamy Warns Against Protectionism
Food for Peace Program Gets Boost from Bipartisan Group
Iowa Group to Push B5 Biodiesel Mandate for State
Argentine Woes Give U.S. Beans a Lift
Administration Nominates New Leader for Broadband Initiative
Corn Outlook Brightens Ahead of Planting
Officials Say G20 Could Revive WTO Agreement
Wheat Market Ponders Benefits from Rain
Obama Administration Seen Chipping Away at Cuba Embargo
Next Generation Ethanol Firms Make Case for Higher Blend Levels
Tough Fertilizer Decisions Ahead
Argentina Locked in Fight over Export Tax
Effort Underway to Reduce Ethanol Import Tariff
VeraSun Bidder AgStar has Sale Plan
USDA, IRS Team Up to Prevent Payment Fraud
Broadband Hearings Set
Newark Ag Officials Find New Bug
Food Aid Conference Set for April
Futures Rally Sinks Basis as Farmers Move Grain
Export Sales Disappointing Last Week
Court Approves Valero Purchase of VeraSun Facilities
Energy Markets to Face Moment of Truth
Farm Service Agency Updates ACRE Site
Mexico Tariff Plan Could Hit U.S. Grains
Buy-In Waiver Extended for Disaster Relief Programs
ADM Passes on VeraSun Assets - Valero is Big Winner
Scientists Line up to Support Biodiesel
Researchers Create High Biomass Crop
Acreage Battle Could Spur Corn Rally, Beans to Follow
Farm Futures Survey Shows Corn Planting Intentions Slip 4% for 2009
Senators Want EPA to Back Away from Ethanol Rules
Aventine Renewable Energy Nears Bankruptcy
Wall Street Wonders if the Rally is Real
Rally Hopes Sing 'I'm Going to Kansas City'
How Bullish Should Your Corn Strategy Be?
Climate Change Comments Are Being Sought
Renewable Energy Top Priority for Interior Department
'Downer' Cow Rules Finalized
U.S. Questioned on Implementation of WTO Ag Commitments
Two New Nominees Announced for USDA
Cuts in Safety Net Have Opposition
Join the Ag Week Celebration
Acreage Fears, Crude Oil Weigh on Soybean Market
WEEKLY FERTILIZER REVIEW: Price volatility remains muted
WEEKLY BASIS REVIEW: Basis Mixed as Shipping Costs Fall
Budget Recommendations Made by House Agriculture Committee
Tough Times for Dairy Producers
Electrical Upgrade Loans Provided by Rural Development
Budget Recommendations Made by House Agriculture Committee
Improving Energy Efficiency Goal of Grants
Export Sales Top Gloomy Expectations
U.S. Will Remain Competitive In Overseas Markets
Rural Agenda Unveiled by Democratic Senators
Pending Trade Agreements Face Challenges
House Companion Bill to Cow Tax Legislation Introduced
Mandatory or Voluntary Remains the Big Issue for Animal ID
WEEKLY ENERGY REVIEW: Demand Concerns Pummel Oil Prices
The Buzz: USDA Report Clears Way for Acreage Debate
Same Trends That Raised Prices Last Year Are Pushing Them Down
Comments Sought on Broadband Initiative
USTR Vote Scheduled for Thursday
Membership Meeting of NFU Concluded
Vilsack, Harkin Both Favor Increasing Blend Wall
National Animal Identification System Under Review by House Agriculture Committee
WEEKLY FINANCIAL REVIEW: Interest Rates Edge Higher, But Remain Low
Delegates to Choose New National Farmers Union President
E15 Could Provide Billions of Dollars of Economic Stimulus
South American Dairy Farms Could be Big Market for Ethanol Byproducts
Continued Volatility in Prices and High Production Costs Expected this Year
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Will Impact Rural Areas
Several Leaders Will Discuss Information Infrastructure Initiative
Study: Up to 40% Yield Hit from Compaction
Expect Rising Interest Rates
New Crop Selling Strategies Study
WEEKLY BASIS REVIEW: Harvest Basis Remains Under Pressure
Farm Bureau Supports 'Cow Tax' Legislation
WEEKLY FERTILIZER REVIEW: Prices Ease A Little; Terra Rejects CF Bid
Interim CEO of USSEC Has Been Named
Pork Producers Need to Concentrate on Survival In 2009
Stallman Warns Against Protectionism
Rates Stay Steady to Slightly Higher
WEEKLY ENERGY REVIEW: Crude Prices Surge on Wall Street Rally, Supply Cut
Lawmakers Want to Expand FDA Funding
Common Goals Partner EPA and Farmers
EPA Seeking Comment on Report
China Watch Continues In Grain Export Market
THE BUZZ: Analysts Don't See Big Changes in March Report
USTR Nominee Found to Owe Back Taxes
USDA Providing Funding for Animal Research
Potential Completion of Pending Free Trade Agreements
North Dakota Ag Commissioner Will Run for NFU President
Philippine Government Backs Off Threat of Denying Import Licenses
WEEKLY FINANCIAL REVIEW: Will Dollar Be Next Safe Haven to Fail?
USB Offers Farmers Chance to Learn About Checkoff Program
Commercialization of Biotech Traits in Wheat Has Support
Terrorist Attacks By Animal Rights Extremists On Rise
Sebelius Nominated as HHS Secretary
Sale of Sorghum Presents Possible Opportunities
WEEKLY SOYBEAN REVIEW: Beans Take A Licking, Keep On Ticking — For Now
Policy Direction for Next Year Set by ASA
WEEKLY WHEAT REVIEW: Crop Ratings Hold Key to Rally
COOL May Be Challenged in WTO
Farmers Can Still Buy-In to SURE
WEEKLY CORN REVIEW: Options Expiration Deflates Corn Expectations
Chinese Cotton Registry May Violate WTO Rules
Rotating Crops with a Plan
Rotating Crops with a Plan
Direct Payment Proposal Concerns Farm Groups; Legislators
Keystone Alliance Offers New Calculator
Offsets Will Re-Deploy Some Title I Commodity Program Money
Budget Will Impact WTO Talks
U.S. Ag Economy Should Remain Fundamentally Sound
USDA Inspector General Investigation Addressed by ASA Leaders
Checkoff Supported Soybean Genome Mapping
WEEKLY FERTLIZER REVIEW: Fertilizer Prices Mostly Steady At Major Terminal Points
CFTC Nominee Questioned by Ag Committee
WEEKLY BASIS REVIEW: Cash Market Faces Start to March Deliveries
Buis Steps Down as NFU President
U.S. Economy Will Recover
Recession Could End In 2009 - Maybe
USSF Delegates Barred from Voting at Commodity Classic
Response to Blend Wall Request Encouraging
WEEKLY ENERGY REVIEW: Drop in Gasoline Stocks Sends Prices Sharply Higher
Fertilizer Still Good Investment
Economic Stimulus Package Delays Action on USTR
CF Industries Receives Buy Bid from Agrium
Regulation of Farm Dust Upheld by Appeals Court
Export Tax Still Being Argued in Argentina
Policy Changes Toward Cuba May Happen
Several Ag Appointment Decisions Have Been Made
Democratic Leadership Releases Omnibus Spending Bill
WEEKLY FINANCIAL REVIEW: Nervous Markets Await Obama Speech
More Speakers Added to Ag Outlook Forum
WTO Talks Slowly Moving
Several Issues Being Explored by Congressional Hearings
WEEKLY SOYBEAN REVIEW: Argentine Rains Break Soybean Market Hard
Groups Respond to JBS Announcement
WEEKLY WHEAT REVIEW: Wheat Tries to Play China Card
Obama Promotes Free Flowing Trade
USDA Encourages Voluntary COOL Practices
WEEKLY CORN REVIEW: Bearish Options Expiration Could Pressure Corn
From Too Much Fertilizer to Not Enough
Export Sales Brighten Market Gloom
Pork Checkoff Referendum Won't Be Held
WEEKLY FERTILIZER REVIEW: Plunging Natural Gas Prices Could Make Nitrogen Cheaper — Next Year
Higher Placement of Cattle in Feedlots Expected
JBS Abandons National Beef Acquisition
Sale of VeraSun Ethanol Facilities Approved
Conference Will Develop Solutions for Sustainable Agriculture
Trade and Environment Focus of Trip to Our Northern Neighbors
Demand Outstripping Supply of Veterinarians
Study Shows More Fertilizer Doesn't Always Mean More Profit
Marketing Roadmap for 2009
WEEKLY ENERGY REVIEW: Surprise Draw in Crude Stocks Sends Prices Sharply Higher
Ag Secretary COOL News Conference Postponed
No Single Factor Driving Beef Demand
Inspection of State Livestock Programs Underway
Stimulus Bill Becomes Law
Groups Meet to Discuss Cattle Industry
Livestock Losses Limited by Pharmaceutical Technology
Farmers Forecast Weaker Land Prices
Distributors and Insurance Carrier Seek to Limit Liability
WEEKLY FINANCIAL REVIEW: Gold is All That Glitters
Obama Will Sign Stimulus Bill Tuesday
Request for OCS Development to Continue
Silver Lining for U.S. Cotton Industry
WEEKLY WHEAT REVIEW: Wheat Market Waits for Spring to Arrive
WEEKLY SOYBEAN REVIEW: Question Marks Hang Over Soybean Market
National Biodiesel Board Launches YouTube Channel
Control of Stimulus Internet Funding in Question
WEEKLY CORN REVIEW: Bulls Starting to Show Nerves As Rally Remains Elusive
Vilsack Meets with Livestock Coalition
USDA Releases Annual 10-Year Projections
WEEKLY FERTILIZER REVIEW: Fertilizer Prices Drift at Wholesale Level As Farmers Make Final Decisions
Ethanol Attacks Being Answered by Corn and Ethanol Industry
House and Senate Set to Vote on Stimulus Package
Committees Passes Transparency in Markets Bill
New Five-Year Plan for Oil and Gas Exploration
More Problems with Cabinet
Use of Biotech Crops is on the Rise
Negotiators Trim Stimulus Package by $30 Billion
WEEKLY BASIS REVIEW: Falling Freight Brings Better Basis
Strong Export Sales Could Help Prices
More Trouble for Peanut Industry
Speculation Bill Re-Introduced in House
Stimulus Bill Now Headed to Conference
Single Food Safety Agency Supported by Ag Secretary
U.S. Ag Exports to Central America Have Topped $34 Billion
WEEKLY ENERGY REVIEW: Crude Stumbles But Products Show Strength
Several Factors Lead to Lowering of Price Estimates
AGI and Payment Limit Reform Implementation Requested
USDA Will Have a Seat at the Table
Stimulus Vote in Senate Scheduled
Much Interest in New Supply and Demand Numbers
WEEKLY FINANCIAL REVIEW: Rescue Plans Stir Financial Market Volatility
Valero Makes Bid to Purchase VeraSun Assets
WEEKLY WHEAT REVIEW: Weather Is Last, Best Hope for Wheat Rally
USDA Has Annual 10-Year Projections
South American Crop Problems May Stimulate U.S. Grain Exports
WEEKLY SOYBEAN REVIEW: Risks Ramp Up in Soybean Market
Obama Requests EPA Revisit California Greenhouse Emissions Decision
WEEKLY CORN REVIEW: February Turns into Crucial Month for Corn
Congressional Hearings on Rural Economy Requested
Harkin and Chambliss Call for Stronger Food Safety
WTO Court Backs EU Against US
Peanut Company Suspended for One Year
WEEKLY FERTILIZER REVIEW: Demand to Boost Prices
Move Toward Livestock Specialization
Great Farm Offices
First Person with Europe's Ag Commissioner
Big Bin Management
WEEKLY BASIS REVIEW: Corn Basis Soars On Farmers, Freight And Freeze
Investigation of USDA Labs Underway in Iowa
Corn Sales Keep Chugging To New Highs
Crop Condition for Winter Wheat Varies
EU Says WTO Commitments Aren't Being Taken Into Account
Ag Census Data Has Been Released
Ag Census Shows Drop in Number of Grain Operations and Mid-Sized Farms
NBB Presents Guiding Principles at National Conference
Bill Gives CFTC Tools to Ensure Fairness
WTO Doha Talks to Drag On
Legislation Creates Agriculture Competition Task Force
Soybean Rust Web Site Receives Funding
WEEKLY ENERGY REVIEW: Crude Oil Stocks Rise for Sixth Straight Week
Livestock Producers Holding Bad Claims Will be Paid
Lamb Referendum Being Held
Interest Rates Are Down
USDA Modernization and Biofuels Included in Stimulus
Cattle Market Has a New Playbook
WEEKLY FINANCIAL REVIEW: Wall Street Faces Nervous Week
Attempt Being Made to Close Hedge Fund Loophole
WEEKLY SOYBEAN REVIEW: Argentine Problems Take Center Stage for Soybeans
USDA Providing Funding For Training And Outreach
Court Date for JBS Swift Delayed
WEEKLY CORN REVIEW: January is Over; Corn Market's Battle of Nerves Isn't
Wisconsin Ethanol Plant Becomes Latest Bankruptcy Victim
WEEKLY WHEAT REVIEW: Wheat Market Tries to Hold Heat
Republican Senator Could Be Named To Cabinet Post
Give ACRE a Trial Spin
Give ACRE a Trial Spin
WEEKLY FERTILIZER REVIEW: U.S. Ammonia Prices Follow World Market Higher
Long-Term Trend Is Higher For Cattle
Two-year Recall Announced for Peanut Butter Products
Plant Sales Up Next for VeraSun
Russia to Shut Door on Some U.S. Pork and Poultry
Payments for Cotton, Not for Other Crops
CREP Agreement will Reduce Sediment Loading
WEEKLY BASIS REVIEW: Corn Basis Continues to Strengthen
Bipartisan Support for Bill Banning Cattle Imports
USDA Lengthens Comment Period on Forrest Rules
Corn Sales Surprise, Beans Stumble
WEEKLY ENERGY REVIEW: Crude Oil Stocks Build Again
Terra Rejects CF Industries Takeover Bid
Possible FSIS Candidate Refuse Comment
Few Issues Remain for Doha
Corn Growers Asking for Waterway Improvement in Stimulus
New Survey: Fertilizer Prices Show Little Movement
Senate Finance Votes Down Wind Energy Amendments
Fed Says Recovery Could Start Later in Year — Maybe
WEEKLY FINANCIAL REVIEW: Interest Rates Nudge Higher
Senators Seek Federal Crop Insurance Clarification
November Meat Export Numbers Higher
Grassley Expected to Offer Amendments to Stimulus Package
New Ag Secretary Outlines Agency Priorities
Congress, Not President, Will Be Stumbling Block for U.S. Ag Trade
Ten Things We Learned At The Summit
WEEKLY CORN REVIEW: Corn Market Plays Waiting Game
WEEKLY SOYBEAN REVIEW: Bean Bulls Are Still Waiting
Possible Merger of CFTC with SEC Still Being Studied
Congressional Leaders Meet With White House
WEEKLY WHEAT REVIEW: Wheat Market Avoids Break to New Lows
Level Playing Field Being Sought for Trade
Cuban Trade Changes Requested by Ag Groups
Advances in Biofuel Performance and Energy Balance Shown
Staff Picks Made at USDA
Stimulus Package Priorities Listed by Farm Bureau
Sorghum Growers Experience Bumpy Market
WEEKLY BASIS REVIEW: Corn Pushes Pop Up In Processor Market
WEEKLY FERTILIZER REVIEW: World Fertilizer Prices Begin To Move Higher
Save the Family Farm and Ranch Act Reintroduced in Congress
Geographic Shift in Ag Subcommittee Leadership
Dairy Buyout in Stimulus Package Draws Opposition
Export Sales Show Brisk Pace for Week
USDA Regulations Being Reviewed by Obama Administration
R-CALF USA Wants Improvements to Protect U.S. Cattle Industry
Soybeans Holding Their Own in World Market
Supplement to Census of Agriculture Looks at Irrigation
Republicans Say They Are Being Kept Out of the Stimulus Package Process
Senator Places Hold on Environmental Appointments
Huge Wheat Recovery Pulls Prices Down
Secretary of Agriculture Confirmed Tuesday
USDA Gets $250 Million for Computer Upgrade
VeraSun Selling Some Ethanol Plants
Schwab Says Progress Was Made at Doha
WEEKLY FINANCIAL REVIEW: Earnings Season Debuts on Wall Street
Lawsuit Against EPA Alleges Improper Release of Guidelines
Russia Wants Relaxed WTO Rules
Drilling Recommendations May or May Not Be Followed
Deadline for Crop Disaster Sign up Coming Fast
WEEKLY WHEAT REVIEW: Seasonal Trends Could Help Wheat Avoid Abyss
WEEKLY CORN REVIEW: Corn Rally Tries To Prove The Worst Is Over
Peru TPA Finally Implemented
NRCS Announces Funding for Conservation Innovation Grants
USDA Approves Cellulosic Ethanol Plant Loan Guarantee
JBS is Exploring Expanding Feedlot Business
WEEKLY SOYBEAN REVIEW: World Gets Nervous About Soybean Supply
USDA Publishes Interim Final Rule for EQIP
CF Bid for Terra Highlights Fertilizer Turmoil
Disagreements Likely to Flare Up Again Over COOL
U.S. Modifies List of EU Products Subject to Additional Duties
Canada Puts Hold on WTO Complaint Against U.S.
Smooth Sailing So Far For Ag Secretary Nominee
EU Official Says Biotech Acceptance Simply A Matter of Time
Support for Renewable Fuels, Rural Economy Approved
Obama Administration Receives ASA Policy Priorities
Export Sales Are Feast or Famine
Manhattan Location of Biosecurity Lab is Final
Conformation Hearing Held for Chu
Hay Expo Returns to Wisconsin
Ethanol is Bracing for Challenges in 2009
Vilsack Brings Midwest Roots to USDA
What You Should Know About ACRE
Groups Discuss Energy Recommendations for Congress
WEEKLY FINANCIAL REVIEW: Drop In Trade Deficit Isn't All Good News
Hurt Says Livestock Producers Will Continue To Hurt In 2009
Schafer Addresses Farm Bureau Convention
Report Shows Increased Efficiency in Agriculture
Mixed Reactions to COOL Regulations
Exports for Coarse Grains Projected Down 17 Million Tons from Last Year
Priority Issues Outlined by American Farm Bureau
New Soybean Group Responds to ASA Press Release
RFS Shortfall is Doubtful
Ag Sector in Good Shape According to Stallman
WEEKLY CORN REVIEW: USDA Report Sets Stage for Winter Moves
WEEKLY WHEAT REVIEW: New Crop Concerns Take Center Stage
WEEKLY SOYBEAN REVIEW: South American Weather Rallies Beans
Three Plants Shuttered by VeraSun
WEEKLY FERTILIZER REVIEW: Fertilizer Prices Hint at Start to Seasonal Strength
Feed Prices Remain High, Milk Prices Collapse
Ag Secretary Sums Up Adminstration Accomplishments
Final Rule for COOL Signed
USDA Report Drawing More Attention than Usual
Vilsack Could Be Shifted to Commerce Post
WEEKLY BASIS REVIEW: Bean Basis Weakens on Futures Rally
Soybean Associations Feel New Voice is Needed
Corn, Wheat Sales Fall Off a Cliff
Crude Oil Plunge Signals Fuel-Buying Opportunity
Future Competitiveness of Wheat May Depend on Biotech Traits
Nothing Left To Trade
Renewable Energy a Cornerstone to Obama Stimulus Package
Inspector General to Investigate Soybean Checkoff
Lamy Appears Set for Second WTO Term
APHIS is Requiring New Cattle Facility in Mexico
Further Investigation of Crop Insurance by GAO Expected
Developing Countries Get Preferential Treatment Under Doha Talks
Disappointment Shown by NCGA on Lack of Doha Movement
WEEKLY FINANCIAL REVIEW: Wall Street Gloom Lifts on Year-End Rally
Hearings for Cabinet Nominees Scheduled
Cost of Corn Production May Mean More Soybeans
Dry Weather Hurt Southeastern Australia
U.S. Agriculture Will Be Impacted by the World Economy in 2009
New NCBA CEO Named
USDA Meeting with Mexican Officials
CCC Rates Announced for January
New Position for USDA Deputy
Southern Brazil Still Facing Dry Weather
Controversy Unfolds Surrounding 'Organic' Fertilizer
River Locks Reopen Just Before Holidays
EQIP Program Comes Under Fire
Give Your Farm a Financial Check-up
Give Your Farm a Financial Check-up
Smaller Swine Herd Than Expected
Past Soybean Leaders Disagree with Alleged Charges
Flooding Still Hampers River Traffic
Upcoming USDA Report Could Add to Volatility
Majority of Bee Losses Could be CCD Related
China Export Limit May Have Little Impact
Lender Seeks Lien on Ethanol from VeraSun
Grain Groups Talk Merger
Group Claims Victory in Premise Registration
Illinois Rivers Locks Shut Down
Scholarships from USDA Available for 2009
Funding Requested by Ports for Harbor Maintenance
Wheat Holding Up Under Winter Weather
Russia Blocking Some U.S. Imports
Several Factors Behind Positive Farm Economic Trends
China to Make Major Corn Buy
Farm, Food Groups Make Call for Food Support
Soybean Demand Picture Clouded for 2009
Higher Costs Unfold as Dairy Tech is Removed
Deputy Will Fill Remaining Time at Rural Development
EU Seeks Lift of Sanctions in Hormone-Treated Beef Dispute
NCGA Releasing Information About Ethanol Bankruptcy
More Praise for ACRE
Australian State Approves Biotech Canola Trial
Last Month's Milk Production Forecast Lowered
Deal Will Explore Possibility of School Meals In Africa
Grants for Projects to Reduce Methane Emissions
Changes Made to Meet 2008 Farm Bill Requirements
U.S. Makes Jump in Korean Marketshare in 2008
WEEKLY WHEAT REVIEW: Wheat Tries to Convince Buyers The Time Is Now
Monday Marks Beginning of Farm Program Signups
USDA Makes ACRE Decision
Beef Sector Sees Lower Returns and Margins Despite Smaller Inventories
WEEKLY SOYBEAN REVIEW: Beans on the Brink of Breakout
WEEKLY CORN REVIEW: New Crop Is Only Fuel Corn Market Has
New Office Will Help Ag Secretary Develop Market-Based Approaches
Energy Outlook Projects Slower Energy Use
Selling of Plants Could Allow Acquisition
WEEKLY FERTILIZER REVIEW: Fertilizer Prices Could Be Bottoming
Another WTO complaint Over COOL Gets Filed
Argentina Cuts Wheat Forecast
It Is Official: Vilsack Nominated for Ag Secretary
WEEKLY BASIS REVIEW: Strong Basis Signals Sales in Some Areas
Chinese Purchases Dominate Strong Soy Sales
USDA Will Provide International Food Assistance
Senator Calls for Next Step in Vietnamese Importation of U.S. Beef
WEEKLY ENERGY REVIEW: Weak Fed Outlook Trumps OPEC Cut
USMEF Says October Numbers Continue to Show Progress
Food Production Faces Challenges from Climate Change
Cash Net Income Adjusted Downward
Cabinet Close to Being Complete
Energy Nominations Announced by President-elect
ELPC and 25x'25 Make Recommendations to Improve Economy
Dorr Says Transition Has Been Remarkable
Energy Will Play a Key Role in Future Rural Development
Policy Initiatives Are In Place for Stimulus Package
WEEKLY FINANCIAL REVIEW: Dollar Crumbles In Wake of Surprise Fed Statement
Ag Secretary Looks to Be Vilsack
Livestock Producers Exemption Granted by EPA
WEEKLY CORN REVIEW: Has the Worm Finally Turned?
Higher Imports of Soybeans Expected
Lamy Decides Not to Call Ministerial Meeting
WEEKLY WHEAT REVIEW: Wheat Tries To Convince Buyers The Time Is Now
WEEKLY SOYBEAN REVIEW: Is Old Crop Soy Demand Strong Enough?
Drought and Frost Hurt Argentine Wheat Crop
Slots in the Cabinet Being Filled
WEEKLY FERTILIZER REVIEW: DAP Follows Ammonia Lower
Middle East Livestock Interested in Feed Milling Techniques
U.S. Supplying a Quarter of Iraq Food Imports
Major Shift In Weather Expected
WEEKLY BASIS REVIEW: Strong Demand Boosts Bean Basis
Corn Sales Rebound, Soy Still Strong
USDA Makes Changes to Address IOG Report
Professor Says Don't Sell Contracted Corn to Another Buyer until Rejected
Hearing Set for Case Against USDA Auction of Surplus Dry Milk
Some Areas Having Problems with Wheat
Lucas Named New House Agriculture Ranking Member
Farm Futures Says Farmers Will Cut Corn Plantings In 2009 In Favor Of Soybeans
Mobile Computing Buyers' Guide
USDA Releases Commodity Forecast Thursday
Inspector General Completes Slaughter Investigation
WTO Talks Delayed
North Dakota Cow Confirmed TB
Report on Agency Coordination Shows Improvement
Trade Diplomats Reject Quick Ministerial Meeting
Potash Corp. Says It Will Cut Output in 2009
WEEKLY FINANCIAL REVIEW: Doom and Gloom On Wall Street Lifts A Bit
Trade Needs to Be Expanded Between China and U.S.
Better Nutrition Can Help Prevent Health Problems
WTO Holds Regular Committee Meeting
International Conference Advances Cause Of Renewable Energy
Farmers Can Get Credit, But Other Challenges Remain
Utilization of Cloning Discussed in Argentina
WEEKLY WHEAT REVIEW: Buyers Give Wheat the Wal-Mart Treatment
WEEKLY CORN REVIEW: Is This 'The Winter of Our Discontent?'
WEEKLY SOYBEAN REVIEW: Soybeans Try to Assert Strong Fundamentals
UPDATED FERTILIZER REVIEW: Fertilizer Prices Collapse To Multi-Year Lows
Bankruptcy Court Approves VeraSun Financing
Technology is Linchpin to Sustainable Biofuel Industry
Argentine Farm Export Limits to Become Permanent
WEEKLY BASIS REVIEW: Drop In Fuel Costs Help Basis A Little
Australia Allows Import of Ethanol Co-Product
WEEKLY FERTLIZER REVIEW: Fertilizer Prices Collapse to Multi-Year Lows
WTO Ministers Meeting In Geneva Next Week
Working Capital May Make the Difference Between Good Times and Bad
Stronger Dollar and Weaker Demand Leads to Decline in Exports
National Labs Relocating from Plum Island to Manhattan, Kansas
Oil supplies tighten, but remain adequate Weekly Energy Review for Dec. 4, 2008
Challenges for Agriculture for the Next 30 Years Identified by Report
Holiday Slows Export Sales
K-State Chosen to House Bio-Agro Defense Facility
Chambliss Wins Georgia Senate Runoff
Several Economic Issues Will Be Explored During U.S. and China Meeting
APHIS Asked to Remove Regulations for GMO Corn
USDA Restructuring Inevitable According to Stenholm
Challenge of COOL at WTO May Come from Canada
Bankruptcy Reorganization Planned by Pilgrim's Pride
Progress in Protecting Food Supply Reported by FDA
WEEKLY FINANCIAL REVIEW: Stock Market Tries For Rebound
U.S. BioEnergy Corn Contracts Cancelled by VeraSun
WTO Leader Says He May Call Ministers to Geneva in December
Commodity Rebound in 2009 Will be Lead by Agriculture
USDA Seeking Input on Bovine Tuberculosis Program
Proposal Would Set Up Sites for Future Pipelines
Permit Fees Could Be Expensive if Livestock Included in Clean Air Act
It Is a Tough Call Predicting Beef Prices for Next Year
So Far Little Progress Made in Lame Duck Session
Reversal of Regulations on Trade Policy with Cuba Requested
Videos Featuring "Meat Science Guy' Uploaded to YouTube
Two Turkeys Granted Presidential Pardons
USDA Hotline Will Be Open on Thanksgiving
The Andersons Take Big Loss from Fertilizer Collapse
Workshop Will Help Families Face Challenge of Farming Together
U.S. Beef Sales to Resume by Major Korean Retailers
Farm Payments Called into Question by GAO
VeraSun's Corn Contract Procedures Challenged
Economists Prepare Overview of How Tax Changes Impact Farming
USDA Lowers Expected Food Price Inflation for Next Year
WTO Talks Still Stuck
WEEKLY FINANCIAL REVIEW: New Fed Bailout Plan Lifts Stock Market
Several Factors Lead to Less U.S. Meat Production
VeraSun Receives Indication of Interest in Acquisition
Many Crops Still in the Field
USDA Report Show Beef Industry Contraction
Sustainability a Big Issue at Biodiesel Symposium
Next Ag Secretary Will Not be Vilsack
Farmers May Pay More for Credit
WEEKLY CORN REVIEW: "D" Word Enters Corn Market's Vocabulary
WEEKLY SOYBEAN REVIEW: Beans Can't Buy a Break In Soft Market
WEEKLY WHEAT REVIEW: Wheat Fights to Reject Another Leg Down
Sorghum Checkoff Board Meets with USDA
Eastern Australia Hit Hard By Rains This Week
Least Drought Coverage in Three Years
Weekly Fertilizer Review: Fertilizer Prices Remain Soft As Production Cuts Mount
Bill Introduced That Would Require Trading of All Contracts on Regulated Exchanges
Colombian Trade Agreement Could Be Coupled with Auto Bailout
Senators Accuse Taiwan of Unfair Trade Practices
Higher Revenues Failed to Keep VeraSun in the Black
Diverse Group Chosen to Guide Biodiesel Industry
Soybean Exports Stay Strong on Chinese Demand
Dairy Price Forecasts Have Dropped
Weekly Basis Review: Demand Rules Basis Market, For Better or Worse
More Than 500 Million Gallons of RFS Must be Diesel
Conference in Brazil Will Focus on Second Generation Biofuels
Quick Response to Call for Ending Ethanol Incentives
Weekly Energy Review: Weak Demand Propels Oil to New Lows
Review of Environmental and Financial Progress at EPA Submitted
Spot Market Prices for Corn being Offered by VeraSun
Another Attack on Corn and Ethanol Over Food Prices
Doha Farm Negotiators Need To Show Changed Positions
Another Canadian Case of BSE is Found
Corn Growers CEO Touts Ethanol as Energy Solution
Annual Report Examines Concentration in Ethanol Industry
Beans and Wheat on Schedule, Corn Still Behind
EPA Announces RFS Increase for 2009
Investors Lack Confidence, Remain On Sidelines
Matching Funds Available for Meat Companies to Open International Markets
Lame Duck Session Will Be Held This Week
U.S. Grains Council Works to Ensure Colombian Market
President Urges Pledge of Doha Framework by Year End
Oil Market Slump Stymies Beans
Wheat Tries To Lead Grains Out Of Slump
Export Slump, Wall Street Gloom Keeps Corn Quiet
Get the Disaster Protection You Need
Farm Bill Foot Dragging
Biofuels Update
Keep it Simple
Members of Dairy Promotion Board Named
Energy Markets May Have Good News
Lack of Support for Auto Bill May Keep Congress from Reconvening
Ug99 Resistance Closer with Development of Wild Grass
Export Sales Taper Off
Fertilizer Prices Nearing Bottom?
Surveyed Consumers Seem To Be Focused On Long Term Energy Solutions
Food Organization Warns of Shortages
USDA Cuts Loose $77 Million for Farmland Repair
Ag Secretary Hopes Trade Opportunities Continue Under New Administration
Schwab Meets with EU Trade Commissioner on Import Restrictions
Ethanol Producers Want to Set Record Straight on Food Prices
Obama Made Inroads into Traditionally Republican Areas
Negotiations Underway Between Canada and Korea on Resuming Beef Exports
Agriculture Cooperatives Dominate List
Price of Corn Has been Rollercoaster Ride
Strategic Plan and Budget Highlight National Pork Board Meeting
Corn Lags Far Behind Normal as Soybean Harvest Wraps Up
Wheat Planting All But Done
American Farm Bureau Looking for New Approach to World Trade Talks
USDA Implements 2008 Farm Bill Amendments
Strong Beef Exports are a Bright Spot
Britain is Following U.S. on Meat Labeling
Bankruptcy Code Prevents VeraSun from Paying
Schafer Expects Smooth Change at USDA
Air, Research and Education Appointments Announced
Fertilizer Prices Remain Volatile with Demand Weak
No Surprises Expected In November Crop Report
Dry Weather Prompts ABARE to Cut Australian Wheat Prediction
Agriculture is Much Stronger Financially than Early '80s
Transition to New Administration Is Beginning Already
Farm Groups Urge End of Partisanship for New Administration
Soybean Shipments Reach Marketing Year High, But Corn Lags
Basis Along River System Drops Again on Record Barge Freight
Fewer Problems Seen in Rural Housing
Warm, Dry Weather Pattern Coming to an End
Lamy Talks About World Chaos
EPA Asked for Delay on Land Use Rules
Drop in Gas Prices No Boon to Driving
California Prop 2 Passes
Pew Report Targets 'Industrial Farms'
Wheat Looks Good, Corn Lags Behind
Tariffs Imposed over Beef Hormones Need to be Reassessed
Ethanol Maker's Bankruptcy Proceeds in Courts
Early Australian Numbers are for High Quality and Quantity Harvest
Obama Comments on Agriculture Challenged
Two New Administrators Announced
EPA Issues New Requirements For CAFOs
Credit Guarantee Program is Good for U.S. Farmers
VeraSun Declares Bankruptcy
Fertilizer Prices Plummet
Cattle Group Remains Neutral on Election
Initial Draft of Rules on Air Quality
New Ag Secretary will Keynote Ag Forum
Opponents Pushing Hard Against California Animal Confinement Initiative
Alternative to Antibiotics Use in Poultry Found
Soybean Sales And Shipments Reach Marketing Year High
Weather and Economics Cutting Wheat Acres
Farm Borrowers May Not Benefit from Cut in Interest Rates
Corn or Beans - Which Will be More Profitable Next Year?
Petroleum Prices Bounce On Wall Street Rally, Lower Gas Stocks
WTO Leader Promotes Trade Opening with Regulation
Unprecedented Reissue of Crop Report
Nitrogen Poised For Downturn
Studies Show Ethanol is Environmentally Sound and Has Room to Grow
Research Shows Wild Birds Play Bigger Role in Virus Movement
Changes Are Ahead for Farm Lending
Secretary Meets with Livestock Industry to Discuss Loan Guarantee Program
Wheat Planting Slightly Behind Average
NASS Releases Corrected Version on October Crop Report
October Lows Hold As Stocks Try to Rally
Biodiesel Production Evaluated in New Commentary
Amendments Add Clarification to Packers and Stockyards Act
Forum Looks at the Issue of Food and Fuel
Milk Price Slide Causes Need to Decrease Milk Production
Wheat Tries To Swim Upstream Against A Strong Current
Beans Try To Carve Out A Bottom
Financial Jitters Weigh On Corn, But Cash Prices Rally
Wheat Tries To Swim Upstream Against A Strong Current
Electronic Only Trading at MGEX Recommended
Big Improvement in Ukraine Grain Harvest
Rural Electric Loans Made By USDA
Criticism of USDA Concerning Civil Rights
Midwest Arrival of Soybean Rust
Major Packers Agree to Use USA Label
Basis Moves Sharply Higher Thanks To the "Three D's"
Soybean Shipments Finally Surge, New Sales Strong
Fertilizer Prices Drop, But Can Anyone Buy?
Six Charged In Iowa Animal Cruelty Case
Livestock Groups Say Ethanol Getting Preferential Treatment
USDA Working Through The Process Of Final Rules for Revenue Program
Search Committee Formed to Find New NCBA CEO
Next Year Will See Lower Production and Price for Livestock
Strong Dollar, Rising Stocks Push Energy Prices Lower Despite OPEC Threat
Alberta Cattle Regain Access to Mexico
Distillers Grain Markets Continue to Grow
Showers and Snow Will Delay Harvest But Help Wheat
Rains Too Late for Parts of Argentine Wheat Crop
Market Choices Certification Will Be Phased Out By Fall 2009.
Dry Weather Gives Way to Rain as Planting Season Begins in Argentina
Wheat Production Estimate in Australia is Deteriorating
Suit Against Packer Acquisition Draws Praise for Justice Department
Benefit Calculator will Help Producers Choose Proper Farm Program
Certified Beef Provides Taste and Consistency
Elevators Need to Be Wary of Grain Contract Schemes
Acquisition of National Beef Being Blocked by Antitrust Lawsuit
Increased Economic Activity from Renewable Energy will Help Financial Recovery
Beans Bounce Back After Thursday's Bullish Reversal
Friday Rally Lifts Corn Market Spirits A Little
Wheat Faces Moment Of Truth, Passes First Test
U.S. Farmers Producing Second Largest Corn Crop Thanks to Biotechnology
Beef Ban Ruling Handed Down by WTO
Lamy Throws in Towel on Concluding Doha This Year
Increase in Wheat Production Good for Food Prices, Not so Good for Farmers
Corn, Soybean Sales Good But Shipments Lag
Slow Harvest, Weak Futures And Lower Costs Boost Basis
Falling Crop Prices Lower Most Fertilizer Prices Too
Another Big Build in Supplies Sends Crude Below $70
Harvest an Acre, Feed the World: Farmers Challenged to End Hunger
Despite Economy, Aid Still Needed Around World
Disabled Farmers Receive Help to Continue in Agriculture
Export Forecast Could Be Exceeded
Specifications for Blending of Biodiesel Published
Number of E85 Sites Tops 1800
Trade and Technology Promotion Award Given to Australian Farmer
Nation's Corn Crop Continues to Mature But Lags Behind Last Year
More Funds Will Be Needed for Food Relief
Global Bank Bailout Calms Markets — For Now
Lower Input Costs May Offset Lower Commodity Prices
Events May Have Implications for Animal Agriculture
Production Expectations Lowered for Aussie Wheat
Farm Bill Mandates County Level Survey of Cash Rents
U.S. Agriculture Remains Strong and Credit Worthy
Role of Credit Derivatives in Financial Crisis Will Be Explored By Ag Committees
USDA Is Offering Incentive Payments Under CRP
USDA Boosts Wheat Ending Stocks, Adding To Pressure
Bad News from USDA and Wall Street Punishes Soybeans
Bearish USDA Report Adds Insult to Injury
Chinese Delegation Visits U.S. to Examine Pork Industry
Music Tour Scheduled to Trade for Oil
Ag Secretary Speaks About Ag Issues at Forum
Food from Cloned Animals Gets Negative Response from European Poll
Presidential Candidates Aim for Rural Voters
McCain vs. Obama: Where They Stand
Global Markets Necessitate Increased Oversight
Some Areas Welcome Rain, Others Could Do Without
Urea Prices Continue to Fall As Fertilizer Market Softens
Export Sales Exceed Expectations All Around
EPA Will Release Final Rules of Clean Water Act
Specialty Crop Research Gets More Than $28 Million from USDA
USDA Awards Nearly $1 Million for Pest Research
Huge Build in Petroleum Stocks Pressures Energy Prices
GOP Ticket Chooses Team of Advisors for Rural Issues
Regulations for Genetic Engineered Organisms Proposed by USDA
Officials Unveil Plan for Meaningful Biofuels Production by 2022.
Soybean Rust Tracking System Needs Funding for 2009
Russian Grain Harvest Outpaces Expectations
Humane Society Charged with Illegal Use of Recorded Phone Calls
Ethanol Tariff to Be Discussed in Trade Talks
Delays in Harvest Particularly Large in Midwest
Farm Bill Implementation Meetings Scheduled
Trade Preference Legislation Moving Forward
Bad News from USDA and Wall Street Punishes Soybeans
Capital Flight from Commodities Hammers Corn
Chicken Conference Panel Explores Challenges to Chicken Industry
Wheat Looks For Silver Lining, Only Gets Wet
Public Access to CRP Could Lead to Incentive Payments
Databank That Helps Avoid Residue in Food Animals Closing
New WTO NAMA Group Leader Named
Cotton Requests Expansion of Textile Monitoring
Meat Groups Provide Seminars to Mexican Retailers on Value Cuts
South American Crop Areas Receiving Favorable Rains
Higher Barge Freight Makes Storage Attractive
Bailout Package Passes House, Heads to President
Slower Global Growth of Biodiesel Positions U.S. as Leading Market
Wheat Sales Rebound
Standoff In Fertilizer Market Continues As Buyers Balk
Bailout Bill Passes Senate With Some Extra Attachments
Trade Organizations Receive Funding from USDA
Hard Freeze Still Some Time Away in Upper Midwest
Senator Proposes Amendments to Beef Checkoff Legislation
Senior Preferred Shares Help Farmer Mac
Fiscal Conservatism Keeps Farm Credit Strong
Implementation of COOL Underway
Bailout Bill Hangs In Balance, Pushing Wall Street to The Brink
Finacial Bailout Goes Down to Defeat in House
Products Possibly Contaminated by Chinese Milk Pulled from Shelves
Farrowing Cuts May Not Tighten Supplies and Boost Prices Enough to Bring Profits
Disaster Program and 10-Acre Rule Addressed by Senate
China Corn Production Projected Higher
Farm Bureau Releases Analysis of Financial Crisis
Several Programs Have Deadlines Tuesday
North American Label for COOL Goes Beyond Congressional Intent
Another Argentine Farm Strike is Likely
Package for Bailout Worked Out by Congress
Harvest Pressure, Wall Street Mess Weigh On Corn Prices
Harvest Pickup Could Hold Back Prices
Wheat Suffers From Export Disappointment
Trade Mission Assesses European Potential as Market for Grain Sorghum
Head of USDA Food Safety Agency is Retiring
Negotiations on Bailout Package Are Stuck
Chance of Frost May Increase Next Week
National Cattlemen's Beef Association CEO Resigns
Bean Basis Breaks Hard As Harvest Begins
Smaller Breeding Herd But Larger Hog Inventory Expected
Proposed Rule on Exempting CAFOs on Air Emissions Draws Criticism
Farm Bill Amendment on 10-acre Provision Passes House
Farm Credit Nominee Tells Senate Hearing Farm Credit System Healthy
Lower Urea Prices Spur Hopes For Cheaper Fertilizer
Wheat Exports Falter
Energy and Trade Policies Affecting Feed Industry Discussed with Obama Advisers
Cow Calf Producers Benefiting from Ike's Heavy Rain
Deadline for Fall Crop Insurance Approaching Fast
Oil Tries To Sustain Rally After Wild October Expiration
Congress Has Reservations About Wall Street Bailout
Speculators Move to Cash Putting Drag on Grain Prices
Senate Passes Bill that Extends Biodiesel Tax Credit
CAFTA-DR Implementation to be Completed
McCain Leads Obama Among Rural Voters
Decline in Condition of Nation's Corn Crop
Wall Street Mess Trickles Down To The Farm
Renewable Fuels Association Telling Story of Ethanol Through Faces and Places
Corn Tries To Stay Afloat In Wild Financial Sea
Soybeans Survive First Serious Test On Charts
Status Change for Montana Limits Cattle Movement
Feedlot Numbers Continue to Go Down
Amendment to 10-Acre Rule Passes House Ag Committee
House Approves Legislation on Limiting Speculation
Wheat Tries To Recover From Bearish Break
Argentine Picketing and Blockades Come to an End
Obama Receives Ag Related Endorsements
Higher Placements, Lower Marketings Predicted by Plain
Maple Leaf Bartor Road Plant Resumes Production
Promoting Trade and Investment Opportunities Goal of Mission
Senate to Debate Energy Tax Extenders Package
Food and Nutrition Programs will Distribute Fresh Tomatoes
Judiciary Committee Adjourns Without Horse Bill Vote
Warm Weather System Expected to Continue Next Two Weeks
Wheat Leads Export Parade
Who Will Be First To Blink In Fertilizer Standoff?
Guidelines on Regulation of Genetically Engineered Animals Released
Market Watches Supply Drop in Ike's Wake
Australian Wheat Estimate is Higher than USDA Forecast
Oral Arguments Presented on Appeal of Particulate Matter Case
Tax Provisions Moving Slowly Forward
Horse Industry Opposes Bill That Would Criminalize Sale Or Transport Of Horses For Processing
Financial Turmoil Snares Ethanol Processors
Officials Meet Again to Move Talks Forward.
CFTC Commissioner Chilton Seeks Time, Resources and Regulatory Authority
Lehman Brothers, Inc. Not Affected by Bankruptcy
Wall Street Death Watch Shifts to Big Insurer
Wet Weather Problematic for Late Maturing Crops
Schafer Will Participate in U.S.-China Trade Talks
Energy Options Discussed in Senate
Second Herd With Bovine Tuberculosis Found in New Mexico
Crop Report Lowers Yield Estimates, More Cuts Could Be Ahead
UN Expert is Ignoring Facts Regarding Biofuels Role in Food Prices
Acting CFTC Chair Testifies Before House Ag Committee
Genetic Cause Has Been Found For BSE
Trade Sanctions with Cuba Make Disaster Assistance Difficult
Big Yield Dreams
Saving Africa
Being Prepared to Borrow
Ethanol Future Bright
More Cotton Delivery Points Needed
House Committee Hears Testimony on Biodiesel Tax Incentive
Extension of Deadline for Disaster Buy-in Requested
Bacterium Could Lower Cost of Cellulosic Ethanol
Corn Exports Slow
Wyoming Rancher Will Depopulate Brucellosis Infected Herd
Canadian Investigation of Listeriosis Outbreak Turns Up Source of Contamination
Hurricane Hitting Texas Could Send Soybean Rust into Midwest
New Energy Reform Act Could be Voted on Next Week
Discovery Could Lead to BSE Test for Live Animals
Criminal Horse Bill Comes to Vote
U.S. Beef Passes Inspection in Korea
Conner says USDA Will Have ACRE for 2009 Crops
JBS Approves Issuing ADRs in U.S.
Grants Will Develop International Collaboration in Science and Education
Rust Found in Arkansas
Some Areas Lagging Behind But Corn Condition Shows Stability
Bailout of Big Lenders Buoys Market
Mexico Suspends Meat Shipments to U.S.
Officials are Meeting about Doha in Geneva This Week
To Improve Convergence Wheat Contracts May Change
Another Big Hurricane is Headed for the U.S.
Farmers and Ranchers Take Concerns to Lawmakers
Listeriosis Outbreak in Canada Investigated by Canadian Government
Higher Cost of Raw Products May Push Food Prices Higher
More Than $19 Million Awarded in Value-Added Grants
Industry Presenting Standardized COOL Affidavit to USDA
Wheat Sales Top Export News
Stronger Dollar Keeps Energy Market Under Pressure
Fertilizer Prices Move Higher Again at the Gulf, But Buyers Resist
Ending Ethanol Mandates Included as Plank of Republican Platform
USDA Ready for More Storms That Are on the Way
Novak Chosen as CEO for Pork Board
CME, Japanese Exchange Sign Cooperative Venture
Change in CRP Contracts Not Out of the Question Next Year
CCC Rates Announced for September
Corn and Soybean Crop Condition Hurting from Dry Conditions
Financial and Commodity Markets in Better Focus
Appeals Court Denies Creekstone Request To Test For BSE
Meat Production Down Next Year
First Finding of Virus in U.S. Honeybees
Alternative Fuels Will be an Early Focus of Presidential Race
Heavy Selling in the Wheat Pit
Soybean Yields Up in the Air
Corn Prospects Are Unpredictable
Interim Final Rule Amends COOL Labeling
Ag Secretary Says Ethanol Mandate Benefits Far Outweigh Negatives
Sentencing Delayed as Westland Worker Talks to Investigators
Agencies Hold Public Meeting on Farm Bill Renewable Energy Provisions
China Cancels Soybean Sales
2008 Food System Summit Scheduled
Rule for Disposition of Downer Cattle Announced
More than Three-Quarters of Consumers Favor Biodiesel
$35 Million in Energy Grants and Loans Announced at Farm Progress Show
Coalition Organizes American Ag and Energy Council
Other Animal Factors Not Taken Into Account in California Initiative
Pork Producers from Canada Have Comments on COOL
Brazil Wants Trade Sanctions Up to $4 Billion over Cotton Subsides
Canada to Weigh in On COOL
Japanese Buy U.S. Barley
Strong Ally Egypt is Also Important Trade Partner
Ohio State Finds New Method for Producing Hydrogen from Biofuels
Survey Shows Farmers Wary of Increasing Corn Acres
Animal Feeds Being Developed from Biodiesel Byproduct
Soybeans End Up for the Week Despite Disappointing Friday
USDA Shows Decline in Cattle Inventories
Volatility Running Rampant in Corn Market
Wheat Rallies; Then Falls on Friday
Rural Utilities and Cooperative Receive Loans for Improvements
Officials Meet in Washington to Discuss WTO
Poor Crop Pushes Iran to Buy U.S. Wheat
Weak Basis Continues to Plague the Grain Market
Legislation Would Help Build Midwest Ethanol Pipelines
Several Countries Have Recently Opened Borders to U.S. Beef
FDA Approves Irradiation for Spinach, Iceberg Lettuce
Farm Rally Saturday in Argentina May Lead to Strike
Multi-institutional Team Searching for Answers to Colony Collapse Disorder
House Energy Debate Impacting Elections
Lamy Visits Washington This Week
Strong Wheat Sales Top Weekly Report
Lower Dairy Sales Expected in 2009
Research Could Develop Real-Time Monitoring For BSE
Biofuel Agreement Strengthens Collaboration Between U.S. and China
Late Planted Soybeans in Midwest Could Be Hurt By Rust
Grassley Defends WTO Compliance of Ethanol Tariff
Fay Could Bring Rainfall to Drought Stricken Southeast
Despite High Prices Dairy Production Slow to Increase
Farm Strike Could Resume in Argentina
FDA Extends Comment Period for Cephalosporin
Very Little Change This Week for Corn or Soybeans
Equine Expert to Talk About Unwanted Horse Problem
Another Case of BSE Found in Canada
USDA Announces Grants for Rural Cooperative Development Centers
Legislation Targets Rail Antitrust Exemptions
Proposed Reforms to Endangered Species Act Published
BQ 9000-Certified Firms Handle Bulk of Biodiesel Sales
Japanese Team Participates in DDGS Pelleting Course
First Half of 2008 Sets Record for Beef, Pork Exports
Olympics Lower Freight Rates
Agency Puts Reclassification Rumor to Rest
Lawsuit Against AEB, USDA Based on Inaccurate Information
Downward Trend of Farm Products Could Lessen Increase in Food Prices
Change in Japanese Diet Has Enhanced U.S. Trade Development
Senate Ag to Examine Food, Feed and Fuel Production
Buyers Found Bargains in Corn Ahead of USDA Report
Next Several Months Weather Predicted to be Neutral
COOL Interim Rule Clarified
Opinions on Future of Doha Round Diverge
Next Year Tight Corn Supply Will Continue to be Problem
USDA Projects Higher Yields
Corn and Soybean Conditions Improve Despite Slow Development
U.S. Beef Sales to Russia Are on the Rise
Farm Bill Disaster Program Dependent on Crop Insurance Coverage
New Avian Flu Virus Found in Nigeria
Nebraska Beef Recalls Beef Due to Possible E. Coli Contamination
Haying Now Allowed on CRP Ground
August Report More Important Than Usual
USDA's Aug. 12 Report to Include Updated Flood Numbers
EPA Moves Against Carbofuran
EPA Waiver Decision Applauded by Some, Disappoints Others
Farm Production Costs Up 9%
Natural Gas Prices Dropping, But Ammonia Shooting Up Faster Than Ever
Requested Waiver of RFS Denied
Strong Week of HRW Sales Lead Active Round of Buying
USDA Seeks Comments on Climate Strategic Plan
Free Trade Dominates Presidential Meeting in Seoul
Sugar Industry Calls USDA Action Premature
WTO Explains Doha Round Breakdown
Russian, Ukrainian Wheat Harvest Higher; Australia Estimate Also Higher
EPA Decision on RFS to Be Announced
Ideal July Weather Has Raised Yield Potential According to Survey
Midwest Corn and Soybean Crops Making a Comeback
Republicans Want House Back in Session
Experts Provide Online Presentations on Pork Management
Payments for Drought Grazed CRP Acres Reduced
Scientists are Gaining Greater Understanding of Avian Influenza
Action on Horse Bill Unlikely
Bipartisan Group of Senators Hope for Energy Compromise
Congress Introduces Bill For Haying and Grazing of CRP
Little Impact to Consumers from Mandatory COOL
Animal Drug Review Laws Approved
$10 Million Given to Cellulosic Biofuel Research
Harvard Study Warns Against Rolling Back Incentives for Biofuels
Ministers Trying to Salvage What Was Accomplished in Geneva
More than $400 Million in Electric Loans Announced
Federal Milk Marketing Orders Amended
Export Sales Beat Guesses Across the Board
Senate Inches Forward but Speculation Bill Still Stalled
Mexican Irrigation Water Identified as Source of Salmonella
Brazil May Challenge U.S. Ethanol Tariffs
Survey Shows Consumers Support Biodiesel
Doha Collapse Disappointing; But Better than Bad Deal
Farm Bill is Funding Research Initiative for Specialty Crops
More Legislation Preventing Horse Slaughter
Public Remains Concerned as First U.S. Beef Shipped to South Korea
Doha Ministerial Meeting Collapses
Cow Power Could Generate Electricity for Millions
USDA Releases Interim Final Rule for Mandatory COOL
Progress Seen in WTO Meeting
Expiring Acres and Improved Weather Prompts USDA to Deny Early Outs
Farm Bill Changes Loan Limits for First Time in 24 Years
Crop Conditions Overcoming Late Planting
Former Ag Secretary is Possible Vice Presidential Candidate
DNA Testing Points to Elk as Source of Brucellosis
Watershed Program Providing Federal Disaster Assistance
More Pasture and High Feed Costs Result in Fewer Cattle in Feedlots
Governors Call for Extension of Renewable Energy Credits
EPA Delays Ethanol Mandate Decision
Chambliss Tells Senate about CFTC Action
USDA Renews Funding for Swine Health Research
Ministerial Meeting is Lacking Major Progress
WTO Meeting Breaks Into Smaller Groups
Animal Care Initiative Launched by Farm Bureau
Complex Factors Increasing Commodity, Food Prices
Higher Acreage and Decent Rain Could Give Australia Record Wheat Crop
Producers with Approved Contracts Can Continue Haying and Grazing CRP
Drop in Oil Price is Leading the Charge of Potential Changes for Commodities
Senate Invokes Cloture on Speculation Bill
USDA Provides Over $6 Million for Renewable Energy
EPA Delays RFS Waiver Decision
Subsidy Cut Met with Many Opinions
Bigger Concessions Proposed by EU and U.S.
Weekly Financial Review
Speculation Legislation May Impact Agriculture
High Price of Corn Sweeteners Causing Shift
WTO Moves Closer to Completing Doha
Soybean Aphids Spotted in Midwest
Fewer Cattle and Less Bang for Checkoff Buck
Near Record Numbers Seen for All Milk Prices
Crucial Meeting in Doha Trade Round Kicks off this Week
Senate Committee Approves FMD Bill
USDA Seeks Input on BioPreferred Labeling
RFS Waiver Unlikely to be Granted
USDA and NWF Have Until Tuesday Work out Compromise on CRP
Updated Weekly Basis and Transportation Review
Schwab Sees Potential for Negotiations Next Week in Geneva
University of Georgia Receives Grant to Study Colony Collapse Disorder
Schafer Leads Congressional Delegation to Colombia
Obama, McCain Address National Farm Bureau Conference
Sliding-Scale Tax Voted Down by Argentine Senate
Hearing Will Determine if CRP Critical Feed Use Program Moves Forward
EQIP and AMA Receive Additional Funding
Argentine Senate Vote on Sliding-Scale Tax Will Be Close
EPA Proposes Rule to Further Sequestration
Corn Belt Likely to Get More Rain This Week
Record Keeping for COOL Must Start Immediately
New Record Set for Pork Sales, Beef Also Increases
Scouting Fields for Disease More Important than Ever
Reduce Use of Fuel and Time by Using Smaller Pastures and Frequent Moves
WTO Launches World Trade Report
EPA Asks For Comments on Greenhouse Gases
Dry Weather a Concern in Australian and Argentina
Revisions May Help Finish Talks
Specialty Crop Research Receives $28.4 Million
China's New Affluence
Farm Bill: Something for Everyone
From Ft. Wayne to Yangling
Task Force Appointed to Examine NCBA Governance Structure
FMD Legislation Introduced by Senate
Mississippi River Opened for Commercial Barge Shipping
Complaint Lodged Against USDA
Additional Information will Help Consumers Discard Recalled Meats
European Commission Being Pressured for Greater Biotech Acceptance
CFTC Nominees Confirmed by Senate Ag Committee
Hearing on Markets Continue this Week in House
Temporary Restraining Order to Stop Haying of CRP Issued
USDA Adds Mexican Sweeteners to Reports
Grain Tax Upheld by Argentine Court
CRP Acres in Flooded Regions Released for Livestock Grazing
Revised Ag Text Will be Presented to WTO
Court Requires USDA to Accept Public Comments on Opening Border to Canadian Beef
Soybean and Corn Development Both Delayed by Weather
Advance DCP Payments Being Mailed
Unusual Year for Preventative Planting Insurance
Group of Eight Open Meeting in Japan
Farmers Have Less Time to Signup for DCP Program
Review of Futures Markets May Give CFTC More Power
NBB Responds to British Newspaper Attack
Review of Futures Markets May Give CFTC More Power
Is the Doha Round Almost Done?
New Cabinet Members Named in South Korea
Groups Argue that Injunction Should be Granted in Light of New Evidence
Rice and Sweeteners Included in Supply and Demand Report
Keenum Tapped for Farm Credit Position
Jobe Weighs in on AEI Food versus Fuel Discussion
Consumers More Confident in Food Safety
Sorghum Checkoff Assessments Started Tuesday
E-Coli Controls in Place
Midwest is Starting July With Ideal Weather
CCC Rates Announced for July
Rural Business Grants Awarded
Crop Progress Still Delayed by Wet Weather
Expectations Were Exceeded in USDA Acreage Report
House Ag Leader Urges EPA to Issue RFS Waiver
House Passes CFTC Oversight Bill
Report Shows Higher Hog Numbers than Expected
New Administrator Named for NASS
Flooded Farmers May Qualify for Disaster Loans
Lamy Encourages WTO Negotiations Effort
South Koreans Inspecting Stored U.S. Beef
JBS Acquisitions Draw Disapproval of Senate Anti-trust Chair
Grassley Critical of GMA
Request Made to Divert NAIS Funds into Brucellosis Testing
Challenges Could Keep Programs from Quick Implementation
Doha Ministerial Meeting Likely in Late July
Flood Damage Makes Forecasting Crop Difficult
Ag Secretary Asks Cattle Industry to Voluntarily Ban Downers
Schafer Announces Direct and Counter Cyclical Payment Sign-Up
Beef Headed to South Korea
Senate Hears Testimony on Antimicrobial Resistance
More Extensive Surveys Planned for July
Vote on Energy Bill to Increase CFTC Authority Postponed
Cooperation Agreement Signed with Philippines
Sign-up Begins for Crop Disaster Program
House Ag Committee Eyes Tighter Regs for Energy Markets
Collins Says Ethanol Cause of Corn Price Increases
Fewer Cattle Being Placed in Feedlots
Crop Reports Dominated by Weather
BSE Case Found in British Columbia
Swine Breeding Herd to Decline
Flooding Continues to Limit Ethanol Production
Weekend Deal Could Get U.S. Beef Back to South Korea Soon
New Council Forms to Support Ag Safety
USDA to Enhance Information for June 30 Acreage Report
Analyst Predicts Lower Harvested Corn Acres
Argentine Wheat Area Falls
Meat Industry Reacts to South Korea's New Restrictions
Flood Impact Felt Far and Wide
Biofuels Under Fire Thanks to Floods
Groups Call on EPA to Back Off Renewable Fuels Standard
USDA Observes Bioenergy Awareness Days
House Overrides Farm Bill Veto...Again
Corn Group Picks New Leader
Midwest States Seeing Wheat Scab in New Places
Australian Ag Minister Tough on Wheat Laws
South Korea Leader to Make Another Apology Over U.S. Beef Trade
As Waters Recede Worries Over Crop Insurance Rise
USDA Considering Added Acreage Report
North Dakota Court to Hear Grain Payment Case
Officials Look Downstream to Mississippi
Corn Growers Say Hypoxia Plan Needs More Information
Floods in the North, Drought in the South
Argentine Ag Tensions Refuse to Ease
Biofuels Production Slowed by Flooding
Poll Shows More Than 3 Million Corn Acres Could be Lost
Mandates and Tariffs Less a Factor for Commodities than Oil Prices
Biotech Opponents Still Active in Europe
Worries Over Hedge Positions May Have Buyers Backing Off
Mississippi River Locks Closing Because of Flooding
Farm Bill Provisions Announced
2008 World Food Prize Given to Dole, McGovern
Committee Nominations Needed for County FSA
No Renegotiation of South Korean Beef Deal
Presidential Race May Hinge on Rural Voters
Schafer and Bodman Urge Caution on Biofuels to Senate Energy Chairman
Commodity Markets the Focus of New Task Force
Drought a Concern in South as Rain Continues in Midwest
New Canadian Regulations Tighten Food Claims
Coalition Hopes to Convince Congress to Reassess Biofuels
EU Approves New Rules for Animal Byproducts
Supply and Demand Report Drops Corn Yield
USDA Recognizes Corporations Promoting Nutrition
USDA Advisory Committee Will Accept Public Comments
Another State Attorney General asks for DOJ action.
Planting is Beginning to Wrap Up
Governors Supporting Ethanol
U.S. and World Numbers Come Out Tuesday
Voluntary Program is Helping NPPC
Conner Expects Another Veto and Override of Farm Bill
Farm Bill Re-Vote Passes Senate
Credit for Ethanol Blending Viewed in New Terms
Food Summit Was Productive
Higher Pork Prices Likely Because of Input Costs
Doha Round Still Doable Says Lamy
New Summary Shows Benefits of CRP
Cotton Dispute Not in U.S. Favor
APHIS Seeking Comments on Poultry Improvement Plan
CFTC Nominees Testify to Senate Ag Committee
Major Change in Cotton Price Projections
Conference Offers View of New Products from Corn
Accepting Tax Rebate May Not Be Best Choice
National Pork Board to Meet During World Pork Expo
Large World Wheat Harvest Needed
Armed with Facts, USDA Ready to Defend Ethanol
Trade Watchdog Announces Ag Market Initiatives
Schafer Speaks at FAO Food Security Summit
Planting Progress Make Large Gains
USDA Renews Avian Influenza Research Funding
USDA Releases Avian Influenza Genome Sequences
Farm Bill and Climate Legislation Up for Senate
Argentine Farm Strike Reaches Critical Juncture
Record Forecasts Expected for Ag Exports
Courts asked to Stop U.S. Beef from Entering South Korea
Delegation to FAO will Present Three-Pronged Plan
U.S. Beef to South Korea Next Week - Maybe
Despite Surplus Supplies Pork Prices Increase
USDA to Conduct Survey on Continuing Pork Checkoff
Deadline for Disaster Assistance Quickly Approaching
WTO Chairman Hopes to Hold Membership Meeting
Farm Leaders Defend Ethanol by Talking About Facts; Dispelling Myths
New Technology Could Reduce Ethanol Energy Cost by One-Third
FDA Will Miss Food Safety Registry Deadline
Delays Continue to Stop U.S. Beef from South Korea
Cool Weather Continues to Hinder Corn, Beans and Wheat
New Farm Bill will be Implemented by USDA
CRP Ground Opened for Hay and Forage
Talks Continue to Break Down, Argentine Strike May Resume
Warmer Temperatures Have Impact on Agriculture
Beef Trade with South Korea Faces Further Challenges
Morocco and Tunisia Will be Increasing Imports of DDGS
Another Break Down in Argentine Farm Talks
USDA Report Forecasts Increase in Beef Exports, Reduction in Pork
WTO Officials Hope Revised Texts Can Lead to Completion
Re-vote on Farm Bill Including Missing Title will be Finished in June
Agriculture Highlights White House Celebration of World Trade Week
Farm Belt Continues to Get Hit by Unpredictable Weather
Feedlots Asked to Waive Rights
Veto Overridden by House
Tax Credit for Biodiesel Extended
Resumption of Argentine Farm Talks
Farm Bill Do-over Necessary Due to Clerical Error
Farm Bill Vetoed as Expected
Producers Should Signup Early for CSP
DFA Investigated for Possible Price Manipulation
New WTO Negotiating Text Could Speed Up Talks
Ban of Downer Cattle Proposed by USDA
USDA Seeks Rule to Ban Slaughter of All Non-Ambulatory Animals
Comments on RFS Waiver Sought
Grain and Food Markets Shouldn't be Effected by Chinese Earthquake
Schafer Says Expect a Quick Farm Bill Veto
Corn Planting Takes Big Step Forward
WTO Releasing Revised Negotiating Texts Agriculture
Department of Energy Awards Cellulosic Ethanol Grant
Ag Secretary Says Focus Needs to be on Factors That Can Affect Food Prices
Feedlots Beginning to Clear Backed Up Inventories
USDA Issues Final Rule on Livestock Price Reporting
Tax Incentive is Extended for Biodiesel
Iowa Senator Speaks Out Against Anti-Ethanol Campaign
Leadership Tries to Persuade President to Sign Farm Bill
Farm Bill Garners more than 80 Votes in Senate
U.S. Beef Won't be Headed to South Korea This Week
Immigration Raid Nets Nearly 400
USDA Designates Biobased Product Groupings
House Passes Farm Bill; Senate Begins Debate
Seeking Ultimate Data Protection
Signs of a Top from Past Bull Market Rallies
New Global Dynamics Affecting Fertilizer Demand
Six More Ways to Save on Energy Costs
Decision Time for Livestock
How to Find Financial Information on Businesses
Five Minutes with Pearse Lyons
Weather Tight Rope
Farm Bill Heads to House Floor
Oil Reserve Deposits Temporarily Stopped
Wet Fields Less of a Problem than Cooler Temperatures
Gemperle Accused of Lying in Press Statement
Farm Bill Passes House on Strong Vote
Activist Staged Undercover Video Footage
Congress Publishes Final Farm Bill Language
Corn Planting Makes Big Jump
Ag Census Forms Still being Sought
NCGA Official Defends Biofuels
President Bush is Committed to Veto Farm Bill
Slower than Expected Growth in Dairy Industry
COOL Implementation Could Benefit from NAIS
Details of Farm Bill Reported by Conference Committee
Wheat Prices May Not Collapse Under Large Crop
Bipartisan Group of Senators Voice Support for Ethanol
Schafer Says President Will Veto Farm Bill
Negotiators Finish Farm Bill
Ethanol Subsidies Scrutinized by Senate Hearing
Russia Opening Imports of U.S. Livestock
NRCS Extends Sign-up for CSP
Approval Granted to Checkoff for Sorghum Nationally
Opponents Continue to Play the Blame Game with Ethanol
RFS Implications Explored in House Hearing
Livestock Markets the New Target of HSUS
Mixed Bag in Midwest for Corn Planting Progress
Pilgrim Reports Mounting Losses
Winter Wheat Crop Saved by Slow Emergence
Congress Schedules Hearing on Concentration in Agriculture
Challenge of Ag Retailer Merger Resolved
Attacks on Ethanol Keep Rolling as Republican Senators Join Assault
Pork Purchases Made to Help Industry
Border Protection and Ag Inspection Highlight Meeting
Connecticut Requests Ethanol Waiver
Strike Resumes in Argentina as Negotiations Fail
Committee Agrees on Most Major Issues of New Farm Bill
Several Factors Are Causing Increased Food Prices
President Receives Farm Bill Extension
Study Says Biofuels Is Not Causing Grain Shortage
Groups Ask State Attorney Generals to Investigate JBS
Senate Extends Farm Bill
Dairy Disaster Deadline Approaching
Committee Makes Changes to Commodity Title
Congress Waiting for Scoring of Policy Changes
More Rain Predicted for the Midwest
Uncertainty Remains for Farm Bill Negotiations
Changes for Animal Production Outlined in Final Pew Report
More Attacks of Ethanol as Food Prices Rise
Analysis of Checkoff Program Begun by Beef Board
Appeals Court Rules Against FSA
Conference Committee Reschedules Farm Bill Meeting
Activist Group Sues FDA
Environmental Initiative Launched by Dairy Industry
Conference Committee Postpones Meeting until Tuesday
Ethanol Exemption Sought by Texas
Details of Farm Bill Being Worked On
StarLink Testing Guidance Withdrawn
Breakthrough on Farm Bill Funding
Farm Bill Extension Passes Congress
JBS Cleared by Australia to Acquire Tasman
USDA Launches Colombian Trade Ticker
Final BSE Feed Rule Released
USDA Asked to Help Pork Industry
USDA Bans AWB from Export Programs
U.S. Beef Has Great Opportunity in South Korea
Another One-Week Extension is Passed by Senate
Break Down of Argentine Farm Negotiations
More Delays for WTO Talks
Volatility and Convergence in Markets Examined by CFTC
Long-Term Extension of Farm Bill Requested
Energy Department Grant to Build Cellulosic Biorefinery
Ethanol Becoming More Efficient and Environmentally Friendly
Canada Cuts Corn, Barley and Oat Acres
Wheat Register in Argentina Remains Closed Indefinitely
U.S. Beef Ready to Roll Back into South Korea
Bullish Numbers in Cattle on Feed Report
Extension Granted But Congress Still Has Hard Road Ahead
This Year is Critical for Doha Deal
Hog Industry Seeing High Production; Low Profits
Beef Production Higher than Expected
NAIS Business Plan Comment Period Closes
Future of Farm Bill Process is Unclear
Beef Deal Fully Opens South Korea Market
Five Pilgrim Pride Plants Raided by Immigration
Hungry Helped by USDA Barter Initiative
One-Week Extension of Farm Bill Passes House
WTO Projects Slowdown of Global Trade
Farm Bill Extended by Senate
NAIS Business Plan Strategy Implemented by USDA
Major Roadblock for Farm Bill Remains Funding
Changes to Temporary Worker Program Recommended by AFBF
Another Storm Heads for the Midwest
Farm Bill Titles Approved by Conference Committee
Wheat Development and Corn Planting Behind Schedule
Farm Bill Conference Committee Agrees on Programs
Stockyards in South St. Paul Hold Final Sale
Halt to U.S.-Korean Beef Talks Asked for by Farm Groups
Below Average Wheat Crop Projected for Southern Plains
Record-Setting Pace for Ag Exports
House Farm Bill Proposal Countered by Senate
Rising Food Prices a Result of Oil, Not Corn
No Progress in First Farm Bill Conference Committee Meeting
Farm Groups are Meeting with Argentine President
Colombian Free Trade Agreement Delayed by House
Washington Food Summit is Just the Beginning
South Korea and U.S. Resume Beef Import Talks
JBS Acquisitions Are Still Being Questioned
Pelosi Moves to Delay Colombia FTA Vote
At Last, Appointment of Farm Bill Conference Committee
Short Extension of Farm Bill Not Out of Question
Song Tells Story of Farm Bill Struggle
Several Ways USDA is Fighting Bovine TB
Crop Production Gaining CRP Acres
Colombian FTA Addressed by Schafer
Issues in Rural America Are Not Red or Blue
Increasing Pressure for Farm Bill Decision
Colombian FTA goes to Congress
Food Safety Summit Comes to Washington
Sow Lameness Symposium Held
Time is Short For Congress to Complete Bill
Changed Meat Inspection Procedures
Crop Problems Keep Expanding
From Laptop to Lighter-than-Laptop
Number One Consumer for U.S. Soybeans is Livestock Industry
Farm Bill Framework is in Place
Business Plan Proposed for NAIS
Grant Given to Cornell to Fight Wheat Disease
House Members Join Conservation Groups Against Cutting Farm Bill Conservation
Bigger Problems Could Follow Wet Spring
Major Problem for Farm Bill Remains Offsets
EPA Seeking Comments on Two CAFO Issues
Cellulosic Ethanol Conversion Technology Partnership
Wheat Exports in Argentina Set to Open Next Week
EPA Seeking Input on Higher Blends of Ethanol
No Break for South and Midwest
Pioneer Releases Information to Advance Corn Research
EU Complaint on Beef Hormones Shot Down by WTO
Time Article Draws Response from EPIC
Rising Pork Output Pressures Prices
Merger of CFTC and SEC Proposed
Seminar on Swine Disease Draws Crowd in China
Let Uncle Sam Help Finance Grain Storage
Mechanics of How Options on Futures Work
More on Evaluating Family Members
Higher Ethanol Blends Likely Ahead
Let's Keep First Things First
Support for Farm Bill Framework Voiced by Conservation Groups
Renewable Energy Pledges Still Being Accepted
Hog Numbers Higher than Expected
USDA Reports Are Well Off Trade Estimates
USGC Promoting DDGS in South Korea
Federal Register Publishes Details for CSP
U.S., Canada and Mexico Reach Agreement on Cattle Trade
Colombia Agreement Headed to the Hill
Groups Send Letter to Justice Opposing JBS Packer Deal
Wheat Condition in Southern Plains Going Downhill
Record Breaking Soybean Crop in Brazil
Farm Bill Funding Solution Still Being Sought
Large Share of U.S. Biodiesel Production Being Exported
Terpstra Nominated as Top U.S. Ag Negotiator
Higher Milk Production Expected in 2008
Effect of Feeding DDGs Clarified by Research
When Mead E3 Biorefinery Reopens Remains Unclear
High Beef Demand Continues
Drought Hurting Chinese Crops
South Still has to Deal with Flood Waters
Pasture Converting To Crops
New Information Needed for Pasture Herbicides
FFA Provides Funding for Community Service
Food Company Chief Bashes Biofuel Supports
Food Firms Hedge Costs
Soil Maps from NRCS Now Available on the Web
Johne's Funding Commitment Renewed
Reimbursement Promised to Schools for Recalled Beef
Hog Inventory Report Comes Out Next Week
USDA Announces Conservation Security Sign-up
New Deputy Financial Officer for USDA Named
Southern Planting is Advancing
Doha Round Continues Forward
Administration Position on Farm Bill Outlined by Schafer
Comments Sought on Canadian DDGS Feed Rules
Soy Harvest Moving Quickly in Brazil
Recent Weather Points to Rebound of Australia Wheat Crop
Not Too Late for Ag Census
Farm Futures Survey Shows Producers Planning to Shift Acres Back to Soybeans
Agriculture Celebrated During Ag Week
Farm Strike Continues in Argentina
NYMEX Acquired by CME
Beef Group Reorganizes Staff
Farm Bill Extension has Support from Schafer
Cancer Claims Livestock Leader
Rough Road Ahead for Farm Bill
Failures at Westland/Hallmark Admitted by Company President
Africa Offers Trade Opportunities
Making Renewable Fuels Sustainable
New Office Created for Small Meat Plants
Southwest Gets Jump on Planting Due to Lack of Rain
Extension of Farm Bill is Official
Soybean Imports Being Encouraged by China
Push for Pay Limits Not Over Yet
Midwest Keeps Getting Hit with Storms
A Big Issue is Early CRP Release
Final Turkey Plant Sold by Pilgrim's Pride
Summit to Get Faster Reporting of Food Illnesses
Ag Leadership Agree on Extension
Deadline is Fast Approaching for Farm Bill
Estimates Raised for Brazil Soy Crop
Argentine Corn Harvest Delayed by Rain
Woody Biomass Projects Receive Grants from USDA
Futures, Options Get Makeover
Study is Promising for Switchgrass as a Renewable Fuel
Cattle Processors Losing Money Took Opportunity to Sell
Forecast: Dry in the West, Wet in the East
Prospects Are Getting Better for Completing Farm Bill
Report Gives Ethanol Industry a Shot in the Arm
Farm Income Taking a Hit from Inputs
Disaster Assistance for Dairy Producers Finally Available
WIREC Dedicated to Increasing Renewable Fuels Globally
National Beef Packing Company Being Sold
Partial Countercyclical Payments Not an Option
Regulation of CAFO Permits May Change
Big Boost in Funding for Biomass Research
Agriculture's Economic Outlook is Strong According to FAPRI
Glyphosate Resistant Sugarbeets Have New Opponent
What Would Permanent Law Mean
Ground Given in Farm Bill Fight
Water Quality Grant Funding
Resolution of Farm Bill Financing Remains Unclear
Extension of Trade Act Signed
Will Global Trade Talks Get Done This Year?
Weed Grants Awarded
20 More Secrets of Best Managed Farms
March 17 is Deadline for Crop Insurance
Wheat Growers Elect Cleavinger President
Pilot Program Attempts to Quantify Sustainable Agriculture
Ford and John Deere Commit To Using More Soybeans in Production
McCain Will Have Uphill Battle According to Political Analyst
Acting USDA Chief Economist Gets Appointed Permanently
AMI President Testifies on Hallmark/Westland Issues to Senate Subcommittee
Schafer: Agriculture's Boom Spearheaded by Trade
Rogue Trader Blamed for Huge Swings in Wheat Market
2008 Policy Goals Outlined by NCGA, ASA
Andean Trade Act Granted Extension by House
Saudi Arabia is Halting Wheat Production
New Farm Bill Still Expected by Corn Growers
Congress Still Negotiating Farm Bill Number
New BSE Case Confirmed in Alberta
Winter Weather Just Won't Quit
The World Needs U.S. Wheat
Ethanol Industry Outlook Released
Policy Expert Says Hillary Clinton Best for Agriculture
Seed May be in Short Supply
Doha Will Impact Future Negotiations
LMA Asks High Court to Hear Horse Plant's Case
Corn Acres Stampede Back to Soybeans
Seed Contamination Poses No Risk
Prices Should Strengthen Despite Corn Stocks Tightening
U.S. Extension Service Extends Its Reach With eXtension Web Portal
Good Years Ahead for U.S. Agriculture
Distiller Grains Exports Nearly Double
Presidential Cabinet Members will Participate in WIREC
U.S. Grain Supply is Being Strained by Demand
Expect 2008 U.S. Ag Exports to Shatter 2007 Record
Advisory Committee Announced by EPA
This Week is the Annual Agricultural Outlook Forum
Castro Resignation Discussed by NASDA President
Senate Receives Counter-offer from House
Smithfield Begins Sow Reduction
Weather Cycles Could be Responsible for Increased Corn Yield Trends
Magellan, Buckeye Partners Studying Midwest Ethanol Pipeline
Argentine Crop Yields Down from Dryness
Ag Secretary Thanks State Ag Departments
Record Number of Hogs Coming From Canada
Winter Weather Has Helped Western Water Situation
Animal Cruelty Charges Filed
Senate Makes Funding Proposal
Doubts Raised About Recent Global Warming Studies
Retail Beef Prices May Come Down
Farm Bill Moving Forward
Showcase of Biobased Products Scheduled
Finding a Final Number for Funding the Farm Bill
House Framework Rejected by Agriculture Groups
Winter Weather Could Cause Problems for Wheat
USTR Files Appeal to WTO
Net Farm Income Will Likely Set Record
Soybeans Continue to Stay Strong
Korean Beef Trade May Resume Soon
House Releases Framework for Farm Bill
USDA Releases Advance Copy of 10-Year Projections
Renewable Energy Backers Dispute Findings
WTO Deadline Approaches for U.S. Appeal
Brazil May Extend Wheat Tax Exemption
Farm Numbers Shrink as Size Increases
New Ag Secretary Talks Better Beef Trade
Last Minute Rule Proposed by GIPSA
USDA Provides Update on Meat Packing Investigation
Second Round of Census Forms to be Mailed
Officials Oppose Sugar Proposals
NCBA Adopts Policy to Increase Beef Checkoff
Three Wheat Exchanges Raise Price Limits — Again
Settlement Reached in BSE Lawsuit
Cattle Market Will be Dominated in 2008 by Corn Prices
Farm Bill Falls Short According to Corn Growers
Harkin Pushing Forward With Farm Bill
Brazil Cuts Wheat Import Tax
Supply-Demand Forecasts Come Out Friday
Bush Renews Veto Threat
Corn Sales Explode in Argentina
Opinion: The Biofuel Smear Campaign
Ag Commissioners Meeting Will Focus on Farm Bill
Conference Committee Next Stop for Pay Limits
President of American Farmland Trust Stepping Down
Higher Energy Balance for Biodiesel
Disappointment in Proposed Budget
Farm Worker Program Changes on the Way
Winter Storm Moves Across the U.S.
Fuel Quality Standards Met by Biodiesel
New Biotech Beans Approved
E. coli Vaccine Moves Closer
Solution to Energy Independence Is At Local Level
Hallmark/Westland Meat Company Suspension
Proposed Budget for USDA Released
Dairy Herd Hits Growth Spurt in 2008
Producers Helped by Working Groups
Conference Members Named for Farm Bill
Dairy Disaster Assistance Sign-up Delayed
Naturally Raised Comment Period
Brucellosis Free Status for U.S. Cattle Herd
Fresno County Dairy Finds Bovine TB
A Special Tribute to Earl Butz
Former Ag Secretary; Purdue Dean Butz Succumbs at 98
Financing Farm Bill is Still the Big Problem
Energy From Wind Important to the Future
Downturn of Cattle Cycle
Census of Agriculture Deadline Fast Approaching
Possible Change to Ethanol Tariff
Low Linolenic Soybeans Market Expands
Farm Bill is First Priority for Schafer
Commercial American Cellulosic Ethanol Plant Expanding
Loans and Grants Available for Rural Infrastructure
Food Safety Oversight Report
Charges of Slaughterhouse Cruelty Being Investigated
Funding for Cellulosic Ethanol
Registries Reopened
New Ag Secretary Meets with President Bush
Wild Weather Conditions Bring Precipitation
Reversal of Packer Price Reporting Ruling
Naturally Raised Comment Period Extended
Trade Talks Could Get Help from High Food Prices
Target Set for WTO Trade Talks
Merger Talks Between CME, Nymex
Argentine Corn Yields Expected Lower
Senate Confirms New Ag Secretary
Ethanol May Suffer from Lack of Infrastructure
National Farmers Union Urges Action
Sign-up for Disaster Payments
Conservation Program Offers Alternative
Trim Risk of Forward Contracting Corn for Ethanol
Moth Eradication Gets Emergency Funding
Congenial Hearing for Schafer
Not Much Effect from Economic Slowdown for Farm Prices
Launch of Egg Web Site
U.S. Beef Gains More Market Access
Hearing to Confirm Schafer
Promise Seen in New Biofuel Process
Trade Could Be Compicated by Fire at CBOT
Roundup Ready Faces Another Challenge
NAFTA Rules Fine As Are
Warm Spring Could be in Cards
Changes in Minimal Risk Rules
U.S. Gets Hit with Freezing Conditions
TB Tests Come Back Positive
Break is Over; Congress is Back
Both Countries Benefit
Milk Prices Off Record Pace in 2008
Lows Hold in Early Grain Market Trade
Deal in WTO Still Possible
Algeria Imports DDGS
Acheson's Role Expanded by FDA
Rising Food Prices
Renewable Energy Conference Attracting Attention
Helping Cold Stressed Livestock
AgroFresh and Syngenta Form Alliance
One Millionth Acre in CREP
NPPC and NPB Reach Lease Agreement
COOL Supported by AFBF
Deadline Passes for EU Response
Approval for Cloned Products from FDA
Members Appointed to Biomass Advisory Committee
New Farm Bureau Leadership
Clone Announcement Receives Mixed Reviews
Animal Welfare a Heated Issue
Andersons Ends New Crop HTA Program
Humane Society Joining Forces with Vet Group
Canadian Cattle Case Sees Final Brief Filed
GMO Disputes Could Escalate
Automaker Investing in Ethanol Company
Reopening of Key Meat Markets Expected Soon
Get Farm Bill Done Quickly
Confirmation Hearing for Schafer Scheduled
National Pork Board CEO Resigns
Delegation Goes to Mexico City on Trade Mission
Chemical Standards Undergo a Change
Tough Road Ahead for Farm Bill Compromise
Will Doha Round Be Completed in 2008?
RMA Approves Biotech Yield Endorsement
No Delay on EU Cage Ban
Friday's Crop Reports Could Have Big Impact
Biodiesel Company Goes Belly Up
Tornados and Flooding Hit U.S.
'Natural' Definition Not a Priority
Extension of Deadline for Scholarship Applications
European Trade Mission
Biofuel Production to Benefit from E. Coli
NGFA Warns Against Grain Standards for Distillers Grains
Avian Flu Breakthrough
Research on DDGS in Swine Rations
Horse Transport Rule Proposed by USDA
Administration Could be using Veto Threat for Negotiation
Farm Bill Funding Deal Needed
Expansion of Disaster Aid in Appropriations Bill
WTO Issues New Documents
FDA Changes Leadership
Merger of Energy Companies Closer
NASS Administrator Retires
Midwest and West Getting Hit with Bad Weather
Dry Weather Ahead?
NAFTA Implementation Completed
USDA Chief Economist Steps Down
Farm Loan Process Simplified
Protecting U.S. Agriculture
Crops Can Co-Exist for Food and Fuel
Rising Retail Beef Prices
Review of Soybean Rust
Biodiesel Blending Begins in Brazil
Less Corn; More Beans in 2008
Success Brings Criticism; Maybe Opportunity
Numbers Higher than Expected in Hogs and Pigs Report
Congress Makes Move to Secure Fertilizer
More Winter Weather
Debate Over Food Costs Not Just U.S. Issue
Registry Closure Extended in Argentina
Look for Census Packets in the Mail Next Week
Cattle Inventories at Record High
Congress Ag Leaders Confident about Farm Bill Conference
Conference Bill Under Fire
Funding for Rural Schools and Roads
FSA Announces New Director
A New Outlook Offers Insight to 2008
Many Hungry Depend on Food Aid
Rural Development Initiative Grants Chosen
Grants Available for Conservation Innovation
Economic Impact Will be Felt from New Energy Bill
China Gets New Ag Trade Office
Changes to Biotech Alfalfa Regulations
U.S. Will Continue to be Hit by Winter Weather
Researchers Find New Swine Flu
President Signs Energy Bill
Anhydrous Could Hit $800 per Ton This Spring
Payments for Natural Disasters Begin
Animal ID Business Plan Introduced
Alberta Finds New BSE Case
Brazil-U.S. Cotton Dispute Ruling Announced
Energy Bill Headed to President
Lease Laws Under Public Comment
Energy Bill Signed
Management Summit a Big Hit
Canada Finds Another BSE Cow
U.S. Programs Face New WTO Case
Half of Animal Premises in Nebraska Registered
Agreement Reached on Energy Loan Guarantee
Pilgrim's CEO Suffers Stroke
Argentine Corn Boosted by Rain
International Fertilizer Prices Rocket Higher
Corn Yield Contest Results Arrive
Senate Finishes Farm Bill
President Signs FTA with Peru
Proposed Rule for Naturally Raised
Energy Bill Passed by Senate
Limits on Farm Payments Rejected
Omnibus Spending Bill Needs to Move Forward
Request for Additional Aflatoxin Research Funds
Farm Bill Debate is Over
Cooperation Between U.S and China on Biofuels
Subsidy Amendment Votes Scheduled
Short-Term Extension to Farm Bill Sought
Possible Movement on U.S.-Korea Beef Trade
Failure of Grassley-Dorgan Amendment
Survey Shows Fall Price Rally Lures More Acres Back to Corn
Finally Action on Farm Bill
Livestock Suffering from Storms
Ban on Pork Plants Lifted by China
Combination of Livestock and Ethanol Best for Rural Communities
Appeal of Court Case Denied
Demand Drives Record Fertilizer Prices
Farm Bill Votes Likely
U.S. Beef Could Gain Access to Russian Market
Farm Bill Debate Finally Underway
Senate Stops House-passed Energy Bill
More Winter Weather on the Way
Dried Distillers Grain May Impact E. coli
Report Sees Little Correlation Between Corn and Food Prices
Deal Struck by Senate on Farm Bill
Senate Cloture Switches
U.S. Delegation Discussing Economic Policy in Tokyo
House Passes Energy Bill
Barge Shortage, Fall Use Limit Spring Anhydrous
Summit in Rome on Pesticides
Advisory Board Appointed
Outlook Murky for Farm Bill
Farmers Change Crop Plans over High N Costs
Overwhelming Passage of Peru Agreement in Senate
Argentina Wheat Registry Stays Closed
Beef Plants Being Scrutinized
Applications Available for R-Calf Scholarship
Peru FTA Has One More Hurdle
No Countercyclical Payments Due to High Prices
Unclear When Farm Bill Action Will Happen
Senate Passes Peru Agreement
Congress Returns, Uncertainty Remains
More Frost Damage
USDA Awards Grants
Will You Get Anhydrous This Spring?
Communications Director Named at USDA
Farm Bill Debate Still Stalled
Subsidy Deal Negotiated with China
Blame Demand, Overseas Competition for Pricey Anhydrous
Extra Meat Testing Concludes
Compromise Close on Energy Bill
Mato Grosso Soybean Planting Down
Australian States Lift Biotech Ban
Collins' Retirement Reaction
Proposed Milk Rule Comment Period
Possible Ethanol Pipeline in Nebraska
Dairy Disaster Program Signup Announced
Collins Retires from USDA
WTO Postpones Overturn of Biotech Ban
Potential Deal to Limit Farm Bill Amendments
Oklahoma Rancher Resigns as NCBA President-Elect
Winter Wheat Suffering from Dry Weather
Seed Purchase Decisions Need to be Made with Refuge in Mind
Colony Collapse Research Continues
Nominations Needed for Disease Advisory Committee
Brazil Makes Planting Progress
Major Australia Supermarket Chain says 'No' to GMO
Joint-Venture Aims for Biodiesel
China to Import More Soybean Oil
Argentina Concerned by Freeze
Capping Farm Subsidies Possibility in Europe
Window Still Open for Farm Bill
Outreach Grants Awarded by USDA
Higher Cost for This Year's Thanksgiving
Winter Wheat Crop Conditions Slide
Minimal Risk Rule for Canadian Cattle Goes Into Effect
Election of FSA County Committees
Extension Looked at in House
Continued Stall of Farm Bill
Worldwide Agriculture Meeting
Beef Market Opens Wider to Philippines
One-Year Extension of Current Farm Bill Proposed
Cloture Vote Falls Short in Senate
U.S. EPA Calls for Ag Nominations
Vote for Cloture in Senate
Japanese Prime Minister Visits Washington
Quantity Loss Signup Underway
WTO Complaint Against U.S.
Compromises on Farm Bill Amendments
Finishing Farm Bill Emphasized by Conner
A Fertilizer Power Play
Ethanol Industry Fights Back
New WTO Trade Text Released
Long Shot to Complete Energy Bill This Year
Winter Wheat Taking a Hit from Drought-Like Conditions
Show-Me a World Record
Extending Current Farm Bill May Happen
Biobased Product Expo Part of Farm Bill
Buyout Offer Made to Cagle's
Companion Food Safety Initiative Released With Import Safety Plan
Farm Bill Goes Nowhere
Commodity Prices Affected by Oil Costs
Biobased Products Acquisition Procedures Changed
Wait for Lock Modernization Ends With Veto Override
Changes to USDA Farm Loan Program
Peru Free Trade Agreement Receives Positive Reaction
Hearing on Meat Recalls
WRDA Override Completed by Senate
House Passes Peru FTA
WTO Has Seen Progress
Whole Genome Animal Selection Research Funded by USDA
Procedural Debate Stalls Senate
High Food Prices Tied to Crop Prices says FAO
WRDA Veto Overriden by House
Day Two of Farm Debate Dominated by Amendments and Administration
Import Safety Group Releases Action Plan
Successful Trip to Colombia
Debate Finally Begins on Farm Bill
Planting Moving Ahead in South America
Beef Exports to Middle East Look Promising
Farm Bill Taken Up by Senate
Expect Vote to Override WRDA Veto
More Testing of Canadian Meat and Poultry Imports
Ag Secretary Confirmation Pushed to Back Burner
Some Progress Made in Beef Trade with Asia
Higher Ethanol Blends Requested
Time to Vote for FSA Committees
Bush Halts WRDA
Ag Secretary Position Goes to Ed Schafer
Pending Free Trade Agreements Moving Forward
Red Meat Targeted by Cancer Report
European Commission is Handed Back Biotech Ban Decision
Renewable Fuels Have Support of Americans
UN Official's Statements Outrage NCGA
Schafer Nominated for Secretary of Agriculture
Getting Ready to Send Contract Payments for CSP
ABARE Makes Official Wheat Estimate
Beef Demand High in Spite of Prices
Attempt to Limit FSA Closures
Census of Agriculture Partnership with FFA
UN Official Calls for Halt in Biofuels Production
Congressional Delegation Traveling to Columbia
Senate Farm Bill Garners Varied Reaction
Sneak Peak at U.S. Winter Wheat Conditions
Agriculture Committee Passes Farm Bill
Committee Mark-up of Farm Bill Has Begun
Europe Approves Corn Traits for Import
President Must Decide Course of Action on WRDA
Groups Agree to Compromise on Interstate Meat Sales
Priorities of New Farm Bill Concern ASA
Alternative Farm Policy Legislation is 'FRESH'
FSIS Being Aggressive Fighting E. Coli
Producers Welcoming a Change in the Weather
Committee Mark-up won't Include Payment Limitation Amendment
Conference on Energy Bill is Getting Closer
Drop in Fuel Prices Not Likely
Reversal of Corn Shift May Happen in 2008
Grass-Fed Label Standards Released
Conner Wants Action on Farm Bill
Renewable Fuels Take Center Stage at World Food Prize
Senate Farm Bill is Encouraging to Conner
Brazilian Soy Crop Estimated as New Record
Beginning Farmer Programs Need Goals
CRP Back to Production Due to Wheat Prices
StarLink Testing May End
Safety Approval Granted to E85 Pumps
Advisory Committee Gives Agriculture a Voice at EPA
Farm Bill Deal Reached
25x'25 Energy Goal Passes House
Australian Drought May Result in Early Grain Imports for Cattle Feed
Construction Delayed on Minnesota Ethanol Plant
Exports of Soybeans Set New Record
Oct. 17 is "Commit to Conservation" Call-in Day
Carbon Program Enrolls More than 2.5 Million Acres
BSE Minimal Risk Rule Gains More Opponents
Cornfields Are At Risk From Aflatoxin
Japanese Groups Lobby Australian States over Biotech
South Korean Beef Trade is Not Progressing
Lowered Wheat Stocks
Harkin's Delay Defended by Grassley
Ag Processors Raises Offer to Acquire AGP
U.S. Confident About Doha
Invasive Pest Studies to be Funded by USDA.
Senate Decision on Peru Will Be Made Soon
Expect Fertilizer Costs to Stay High as Natural Gas Prices Go Lower
Senate Race Adds Former Agriculture Secretary
Water Quality, Quantity Issues Related to Increased Biofuels
Missouri Soybean Grower Sets New Soybean Yield Record
North Carolina Added to the Rust List
Agribusinesses Targeted by Environmental Group
Success of Doha May Hinge on Smaller Meetings
Review of EPA Dust Rule Requested by Ag Groups
New Program Will Find Average Price for E85
Congress Moves to Block Imports of Canadian Cattle
Rust Spores Scattered Across Midwest by Weekend Storms
Time is Running Out for Australian Wheat Crop
Beef Talks Scheduled in Seoul
APHIS Biotech Rice Investigation is Concluded
Renewable Energy Conference Planning Has Begun
New Rust Discoveries Keep Popping Up
Farm Bill Delayed But Ag Tax Package Passes
Domestic Supports Reported to WTO
Johanns Ready for Senate Run
Economic Impact of Meat Recall Forces Topps Out of Business
U.S. Agriculture May be Vulnerable According to GAO Report
Interstate Meat Sales Provision Backed by NASDA and NFU
Another Drop in Expectations for Australian Wheat Crop
Farm Bill Action in the Senate is Delayed
WTO Talks Making Progress
Possible Action on Senate Farm Bill
U.S. and Canadian Wheat Headed for Iraq
China Corn Tour Final Numbers Are As Expected
Pork Center Developing Swine Schools
Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grants Awarded by USDA
Construction Halted on Ethanol Plant
Meeting to Improve Import Safety
Good Conditions in Argentina Aiding Planting
Explosion of Soybean Rust Discoveries
Climate Change Conference Addressed by President Bush
Brazilian Soybean Growers Worried by Lack of Rain
It's Congress' Move on Peru FTA
No Early Release of CRP
Groups Display Different Perspectives on Peru FTA
Long-Term Extension of Farm Bill Not Favored by Farm Bureau
Lower Production Seen on USGC China Corn Tour
Washington Hosts Global Climate Change Conference
White House's Move on Peru FTA
Expansion Pace is Increased by Pork Producers
Mandatory Set-Aside Discontinued by EU
Poor Wheat Crop Expected by Australian Ag Minister
Soybean Rust Continues to Spread
Federal Funding to Improve Food Safety
Electric Loans Totaling $223 Million Issued by USDA
U.S. Cattle Welcomed Back to Panama
Record May Be Set by Brazil's New Soybean Crop
Long Road Ahead for WRDA
USDA's Priorities Laid Out By Acting Ag Secretary
Ramp Up of Chinese Feed Demand
WTO Rules on Rice Dispute in Favor of U.S.
Senate Committee Passes Peru Trade Agreement
Kansas Latest Site of Soybean Rust Confirmation
Swift and Positive Reaction Toward Johanns After Resignation
National Food Safety Framework Outlined in Harkin Bill
Chinese Duty on Soybeans May Be Temporarily Reduced
USDA Awards $22.7 Million in Grants
U.S. Amenable to WTO Subsidy Cap
Safety Net in Farm Bill Extension worries NAWG
Farmers Will Benefit From Lower Interest Rates
Possible Month Extension on Farm Bill
Johanns Running for Senate Seat
U.S. Wheat Could Reach New Highs; But Australia is Major Factor
Ethanol Has Little To Do With Higher Food Prices
Weekend Freeze May Cause Yield Losses
Soybean Rust Spreading Farther North and West Than in the Past
AWB Faces Class Action Suit
GMO-free Regions Ruled Illegal
USDA's Minimal Risk BSE Rule Results in Different Opinions
Set-aside Reduction in EU Proposed to Boost Grain Production
Thirty-three Directors Appointed to United Soybean Board
Lower Ethanol Consumtion of Corn Balanced By Export Demand
Final BSE Minimal-Risk Rule Released by USDA
U.S. Soybean Harvest Off To Slow Start
No Comment from Ag Secretary on Possible Senate Run
U.S. Korea Making Progress on Beef Trade Issue
EU Trade Commissioner Says Doha Must Get Done This Fall
Tax Credits May Provide Farm Bill Funds
USDA Seeking Comments on Climate Change Report
Estimates Released on Australian Wheat Crop
Free Trade Agreements Could Increase Exports Faster
Better Outlook For This Year's Brazilian Wheat Crop
Chinese Government Says It Will Not Interfere With Soybean Imports
Winter Wheat Seeding Already Underway in Western Canada
Biodiesel Makes Big Jump in Soyoil Consumption
Factors May Push Beans Above $10
Biotechnology Issues Addressed in Belgium
Bee Disappearance May Be Result of Israeli Virus
USDA Begins Countercyclical Payments
Feed Grain Exports Impact Record Ag Exports
Lamy Says Talks Need Final Push
Farmers May Need to Update GPS Equipment
WTO Restarts Doha Trade Talks
2008 E85 Compatible Vehicles Announced
Commodity Group Lays Out Legislative Priorities
Scientists Worry Over Livestock Breed Loss
Congress Faces Full Plate as Fall Session Begins
NGFA: Release CRP Acres for More Planting
Australia Takes Stab at New Single Desk Entity
Mark Your Calendar for October 15 for Disaster Payment Sign-up
Pressure Mounts on World Stage
New Japanese Farm Minister Named
Japan's Latest Ag Minister Quits Over Subsidy Scandal
India Seeks More Wheat
Ag Trade to Set new Records, USDA Says
USDA Issues Grants to Promote Rural Development
Demerger Idea Dumped by Former Australian Wheat Board
Grains Council Tech Tours Promote Biotech, DDGS
Corn Growers Remind Farmers to Keep Pressure on Congress
Tally of Soybean Rust-Infected Areas Spreads
Farm Bill Income Limits Remain a Hot Topic in 2007 Debate
Special Report: ID-INFO Expo in Kansas City
Report: Beginning Farmers Need Help
Farmers Urged to Turn to Biodiesel for Harvest
Wheat Buyers Talk About Plans
Court Favors Rule 1 on Minimal Risk Standard
Ag Secretary Talks Trade at Farm Progress Show
The World's Fair of Agriculture Opens Today
Making the Farm Bill Debate a Wacky Film Escapade
New Survey Shows Fight for Acres Ahead in 2008
Highly Pathogenic Bird Flu Strikes German Farm
South Korea Restarts Beef Inspections
Biofuel Boom Gets Business Analyst Review
Ag Holds Trade Negotiation Key
APHIS Tests Radio Tags for Animal ID
More U.S. Farm Products to China?
Anhydrous Facilities Could Get Help
Secretary of Agriculture Travels to Farm Progress Show Next Week
Senator Proposes Trust Fund for Conservation
Exports of U.S. Soybeans to China Questioned
Soy Crop Could be Threatened by Flooding
NCGA Backs Durbin-Brown Measure
Winter Wheat Acres Could Rise
Futures Jump on Export Demand
Korea-U.S. Beef Decision Could Come Soon
Do Tropical Storms Raise Rust Risk?
Suspected Human BSE Case Refuted
Rising Prices Give Ag Exports a Boost
Iowa Expected to Lead Corn Crop at 2.5 Billion Bushels
Ethanol Margins Not Seen Improving
Ag Agency Aims to Be Better User of Resources
Charity Group Turns Down U.S. Food Aid
Watch Out for Early Freeze
South Korea Mulls U.S. Beef Imports
WTO Leader Speaks on Value of Global Trade
Trading Group Sees Drop in Euro Crop
Water Experts Warn of Biofuel Side Effects
Imminent Immigrant Crackdown Worries Producers
Barge Rates Hit Yearly Highs
E-85 Pump Certification Moves Forward
NCGA: Farm Bill Should Reflect Risks
Get a Nutrient Profile Before Feeding DDGs
How Can the Farm Bill Help New Farmers?
Farm Groups Join Sustainability Initiative
Corn Harvest Gets Started in South
USDA Relaxes Insurance Rule
Watch for Variations in Corn Hybrids
Department of Energy Releases 2008 Fuel Projections
What's in Store for Wheat in Doha Talks?
Foot and Mouth Fears Easing in U.K.
Agri-Industry Council Holds First Meeting
Soil Erosion Down on Corn Acres
Crop Report Forecasts Corn Crop at 13.1 Billion Bushels
EPA Decides Against Special Review of Herbicide
How Would the U.S. Handle an FMD Outbreak?
Consultant Forecasts Big Land Turnover
USDA, Angus Association Partner on Animal ID
Report: EU Agriculture Outlook Generally Positive
Johanns Announces Additional CSP Funding
Researchers Track Global Warming's Affects on Corn Belt
Japan May Loosen Beef Restrictions
Decision Keeps Canadian Barley in Canada
Don't Panic about Foot-and-mouth
Farm Futures Estimates Record Corn Crop for 2007 Despite Problems
Foot and Mouth Hits U.K.
House Bill Takes from Oil, Gives to Renewables
House Passes WRDA
Rust-resistant Soybeans Could be in the Cards
2006 Sees New Highs in Production Costs
Beef Talks May Face New Hurdles
GAO Report Critiques Animal ID
USDA Announces $35 Million for Bovine TB Eradication
U.S. and China Discuss Food Safety
Divisive Tax Provision Could Appear in Senate Farm Bill
Biofuels Draw Investors to Commodities
Renewable Fuels Standards Draw Support for Alternative Feedstocks
Report: Nation's Estuaries in Danger
Congress to Act on WRDA Conference Report
Farm Groups React to House Bill
Ag Climatologist Predicts Corn Yield Above Trend
WTO Ruling Rubs Cotton the Wrong Way
Farm Bill Moves Towards Vote Amid Threats
Committee to Put Together Final WRDA Bill
House Passes Farm Bill
Lamy Urges September Negotiations
Soybean Rust Could Reach Iowa or Illinois
Senate Farm Bill Could Be Divergent
Korea to Decide on Bone-in Beef
Durbin and Brown Propose Revenue-based Supports
Administration Threatens Farm Bill Veto
GAO and Senate Find Farm Payment Problems
National Corn Yield Contest Deadline Approaches
Kind-Flake Bill Draws Fire
The Corn Grower's Farm Bill
Bill Aims to Boost Local Investment in Ethanol Plants
Crop Groups React to House Bill
Higher Risks and Costs May Impact Cash Rents
Glimmer of Hope Remains for WTO Talks
House Ag Committee Passes Farm Bill
House Ag Committee Advances COOL Compromise
Legislation Funds Biodiesel Education Program
Johanns Feeling Better about Farm Bill
Fungicides Best Left for Disease Prevention, Researchers Say
USDA Looks to Add 100,000 Premises to Animal ID
EPA Extends Compliance Deadlines for Feeding Operations
2007 Could Be Largest U.S. Corn Crop Ever
Oats in Transition
Farm Bill Draft Ups Specialty Crop Funds
Johanns Unhappy with House Farm Bill
Borlaug Gets Congressional Medal for Work in Agriculture
USDA Shifts Import Process for Fruits and Vegetables
Ag Committee Mulls $1 Million Eligibility Cap
Crop Inspections at U.S. Ports Hits Low
$100 Billion Invested in Renewables Globally
China Suspends Some U.S. Meats
Johanns Takes Issue with Peterson's Bill
EPA to Form Ag Advisory Board
Study: No-till Can Turn Higher Profits
AFBF to Back U.S.-Korea FTA - if Beef Trade Resumes
Brazil Joins Canada in WTO Complaint Against U.S.
USDA Lowers Winter Wheat Production Forecast
APHIS Releases Potential Biotech Regulation Changes
Brazil to Join Complaint Against U.S. Subsidies
Bill Focuses on Ag Industry Concentration
Country-of-origin Labeling Debate Heats Up
CBOT Shareholders Approve CME Merger
AFBF Says Ethanol Isn't Behind Food Price Hikes
Conservation Districts Ask for New Farm Bill Language
Report: Global Biofuel Output to Double by 2012
More Food Research Funding Needed, Ag Groups Say
APEC Ministers Consider Trade Talks
China, Taiwan, Japan Remain Strong Trading Partners for Corn
Cattle Producers Oppose Ethanol Mandates
Grain Groups Defend Current Standards for Soybeans
Johanns Optimistic about Farm Bill, Corn Plantings
G10 Countries Call for Wider WTO Ag Talk Participation
Panama FTA Could Boost Ag Exports
Corn's Days Powering Ethanol Numbered?
Full Beef Imports May Be Needed for Korea FTA
More Producers Feeding Co-products, Study Finds
Wheat Harvest Could Feel Failure of Immigration Bill
Lamy: Doha Success Requires Only Small Concessions
Peterson to Propose Cuts in Crop Insurance
U.S. Beef Returning to China?
Corn Plantings Up to 92.9 Million Acres
Report: Ag Exports Reach Record in 2006
Johanns Speaks for Trade Promotion Authority
OPEC Resists Biofuels, 'NOPEC' Bill
Immigration Bill Fails Test Vote
Senate Immigration Bill Survives Another Day
Chinese Government: Exports are Safe
Harkin Calls for Scaled Down Subsidies
World Organization for Agriculture Calls for New Approach
Jointly Labeled Chemicals Slow to Reach Market
South Korea Lifts Meat Plant Suspensions
Company to Produce First Synthetic Fuels
EU Wrestles with GM Corn Decision
Peterson: Don't Expect Payment Limits in Farm Bill
Schwab: China Should Make a Move in Trade Talks
Bill Would Help Meat Cross State Lines
Senate Passes Fuel Efficiency Reform Amendment
Senate Passes Energy Bill
Thousands of Producers Could Re-Enroll CRP Acres
NCGA: Don't Blame U.S. Farm Programs for Doha Failure
Senate Energy Bill Moves Forward
Schwab and Johanns Disappointed with Doha Progress
Report Examines Impacts of Safety Net Tweaks
WTO U.S. Subsidy Complaint Delayed
Bill Would Fund Renewable Fuels Education
EU and OPEC Discuss Biofuels
Johanns Unhappy With Subcommittee Subsidy Decision
Powerful Lobbies Fight Energy Bill
Engineers Challenged for 21st Century
Soybean Growers Back Farm Bill Draft
House Subcommittee Votes to Renew 2002 Subsidy Program
USDA Accepting FSA Candidate Nominations
U.S. Food Scientist Wins World Food Prize
Bush Ups Immigration Bill Support
Ethanol Profits May Shrink on Supply Glut
Biodiesel Board Backs Bipartisan Bill
Nitrogen Flows from Corn Belt to the Gulf
Biodiesel to Get Boost from New Measure
Study Points Out Energy Cost Role in Rising Food Prices
EPA, Purdue to Study Livestock Emissions
U.S. EPA Fires Up New Web Site with Ag-Related Regulations
Conservation Technologies Get a Boost
Energy Bill Gets Groups' Support
Japan Loosens Inspection Rules for U.S. Beef
Grain Market Volatility to Continue
Subsidy Database Back, Bigger Than Ever
USDA, DOE Announce Biomass Research Support
Egypt Rejects Wheat Shipment
Ag Secretary Wants Program Changes
Biofuels Blamed for Rising Food Prices
Beef Recall Grows to 5.7 Million Pounds
Analysts Weigh in About Argentine Wheat
GAO Report Says DOE not Ready for Biofuels
Organic 'Exceptions' Worry Enthusiasts
Immigration Bill Fails to Muster Support in Senate
Canada Drops Allegations Against U.S. Corn
GAO Recommends Crop Insurance Change in Farm Bill
House Committee Hears Concerns of Small Farms
International Monetary Fund President: G8 Should Open Ag Markets
Farm Bill Moves Forward in House
EPA Seeks Farmer Input
Rahall Energy Bill Becoming Contentious Issue
NCGA: U.S., Brazil Share Ethanol Interests
Korea Beef Ban Lightened
Will 2007 Farm Bill Include Direct Payments?
Report Reviews Ethanol's Impacts
U.S. Growers Criticize Doha "Challenge Paper"
U.S. and China to Develop Non-Grain Biofuels
Meeting of Americas Likely to Include Energy Discussions
South Korea Bans U.S. Beef Again
Scientists Work on First U.S.-produced FMD Vaccine
Cattle Groups React to Beef Merger
NCGA Finds Fault in Clean Water Act Legislation
Department of Justice Approves Cotton Acquisition
Feed Recalled Due to Melamine
ICE Says It Has Entered Agreement with CBOT
Former Senators Dole and Daschle: Eliminate Direct Payments
Weather Gives Spring Wheat a Boost
USDA to Appeal Voluntary BSE Testing Decision
Chinese Deflect Blame in Melamine Incident
Japan's Ag Minister Commits Suicide
Senate Bill Provides Support for Cellulosic Ethanol
Acquisition to Create World's Largest Beef Processor
S. Korea Ready to Discuss Full Beef Imports
Will President Sign Ag Disaster Aid?
U.S. and China Meet on Food Safety Measures
U.S.-S. Korea Free Trade Agreement Biggest Ever for Pork
House Subcommittee Releases Draft Dairy Bill
House Votes to Allow U.S. to Sue OPEC
Biotech Group Takes Steps to Minimize Trade Disruptions
Ag Workers Program Figures into Immigration Reform
Cattle Groups Respond to OIE Decision