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USDA, DOJ Partner to Safeguard Competition in Farm Supply Markets
Southeast Regional Ag News
The agencies’ new agreement aims to strengthen oversight of seed, fertilizer, and other inputs, helping ease pressures on family farmers.
Rollins Addresses Rising Costs and Cheese-Butter-Yogurt Demand High
The Agribusiness Update
Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins warns U.S. farm production inputs are significantly more costly than four years ago, and consumer demand for products like cheese, butter and yogurt continues to drive dairy sales growth.
DOJ and USDA Join Forces to Boost Fair Competition in Agriculture
California Ag Today
A new partnership between the Justice Department and USDA targets rising input costs and market consolidation to protect farmers, ranchers, and consumers.
McDonald's in Regenerative Agriculture and Tariff Revenue to Help Farmers
The Agribusiness Update
McDonald’s plans to invest $200 million over the next seven years to promote regenerative agriculture practices on cattle ranches, and Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins says USDA is planning to use tariff revenue to support US farmers.
Fertilizer Prices Rise Again, Squeezing Farm Margins
California Ag Today
American Farm Bureau’s Market Intel says costs are climbing into 2026, leaving row crop producers with thinner margins.
Volatile Fertilizer Markets Challenge 2026 Farm Budgets
Southeast Regional Ag News
Market Intel from the American Farm Bureau warns of higher costs and tighter row crop margins heading into next year.
AI and robots
Idaho Ag Today
For those of you who like robots and drones with artificial intelligence systems.
Fertilizer Availabity Impacted by Geopolitics
Line on Agriculture
The Russia-Ukraine conflict continue to hinder fertilizer sourcing for US growers.
Wheat That Makes Its Own Fertilizer? UC Davis Says Yes
California Ag Today
UC Davis scientists use CRISPR to help wheat boost soil bacteria and cut fertilizer costs for farmers.
Grain dryers
Idaho Ag Today
For farmers seeking to increase their grain harvesting capacity or efficiency, adding a new grain dryer for next season can be a good option.
Farm Costs Stay High: Why the Fed’s September Meeting Matters
Southeast Regional Ag News
Even with a slight dip in 2024 spending, rising interest, weak exports, and lower crop prices keep pressure on producers.
Costs Keep Climbing: Farmers Face Rising Interest, Lower Prices
California Ag Today
Even with slightly lower overall expenses in 2024, producers across California and the U.S. are still feeling the pinch of high input costs, rising interest rates, and falling commodity prices.
Tight Margins Persist as Southeast Cotton Yields Drop
Southeast Regional Ag News
USDA reports show lower cotton yields, higher sugar supplies, and rising input prices.
Mixed Signals for 2025: USDA Reports Show Strong Crops, High Costs
California Ag Today
Two new USDA reports reveal solid yield forecasts but near-record expenses, with California topping the nation in farm costs.
Rural internet use
Idaho Ag Today
Overall internet access. 85% of farms this year reported that they have internet access.
Seat at MAHA Table
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The much-anticipated recommendations from the Make America Healthy Commission will be released soon and American ag groups are watching closely.
Immigration Reform for Meat Processors and More Ag Input for MAHA
The Agribusiness Update
The Meat Institute called for the processing sector to be included in the President’s plans for a stable and legal ag workforce, and Ag groups urging the Trump administration to seek their input on future Make America Healthy Again Commission declarations.
Seed count
Idaho Ag Today
Where do the seeds you plant on your farm or garden come from? Why does it matter?
Plant Physiology Meets Profit Margins: A Stress Response Strategy
California Ag Today
California growers are feeling the squeeze of high input costs and consumer tolerance. But tools like Megafol are helping crops fight back against extreme stress.
Farm Costs & Packaging Laws
California Ag Today
California ag leaders will tackle the future of single-use packaging at the June 3rd State Board of Food and Agriculture meeting. From cost concerns to compostable innovations, it’s a discussion producers won’t want to miss.