- Senate Begins Consideration of 2013 Farm Bill
Sen. McCain offers first amendment to Senate Farm Bill
05/20/2013
- Moving on Up with Corn Planting, That Is
Looks like we have the tools and talent to cover the territory if the ground dries out.
05/20/2013
- Planting Delays Return After Open Week
Farmers seeded a lot of corn last week, but rains return to stall progress. (Audio)
05/20/2013
- ACRE, DCP Deadline Approaching
USDA's Farm Service Agency reminds farmers and ranchers that ACRE deadline is June 3; DCP deadline is August 2.
05/19/2013
- Ag Already Impacted by Climate Change
Efforts should move toward mitigation and adaptation, say experts.
05/18/2013
- Testing the Waters
Project identifies fields at risk for sending phosphorous to streams.
05/18/2013
- Country Of Origin Labeling Survey Finds Consumer Support
NFU says consumer survey proves Country of Origin labeling is needed
05/17/2013
- USDA Detects Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus
National Pork Board says disease poses no risk to food safety or humans
05/17/2013
- Traders Might Find Cattle on Feed Report Bearish
April placements of cattle on feed up 15%; May 1 cattle on feed inventory down 3%.
05/17/2013
- 7 Things You Might Have Missed This Week
Farm Bill, organic crop insurance expansion and a recipe for a good 'pie'
05/17/2013