Agriculture and Data Centers

Fruit Grower Report
More research is needed on the relationship between agriculture and data centers.

Winter wheat outlook

Idaho Ag Today
Winter wheat crop condition improvements nationwide to start May.

The Growing Role of Imported Beef

Southeast Regional Ag News
As U.S. production declines, global supply is stepping in to support ground beef demand.

A Global Story Behind Every Burger

California Ag Today
Increasing beef imports are playing a key role in maintaining U.S. ground beef availability.

Pressure Builds on Beef Packers

California Ag Today
New insights show how limited cattle supplies are forcing gradual but significant industry changes.

Fewer Cattle, Big Consequences

Southeast Regional Ag News
A new newsletter from Derrell Peel explains how shrinking herd sizes are forcing changes in beef packing capacity.

Beef Prices in 2026

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
It was quite a year for the beef industry in 2025. Bob Rodenberger of Stockman’s Livestock Auction in Oklahoma says we ended the year trading them at $3.80, prices we hadn't seen ... so what's 2026 looking like?

Equine Herpes

Idaho Ag Today
The Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) is strongly recommending the cancellation of upcoming equine events in Idaho

All-American Pumpkins and Imported Beef Important

The Agribusiness Update
Native to North America, pumpkins are truly an all-American crop, one of the continent's oldest cultivated plants and a symbol of fall, and Dr. Derrell Peel, livestock economist at Oklahoma State University, says beef imports play an important role in meeting consumer demand.

NFU Policy Priorities Pt 2

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The National Farmers Union members gathered recently to set their 2025 policy priorities at its national convention in Oklahoma City.

NFU Policy Priorities Pt 1

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The National Farmers Union members gathered recently to set their 2025 policy priorities at its national convention in Oklahoma City.

Farmers Look to Mechanization and FFA on National Ag Day

The Agribusiness Update
Farmers are looking for ways to add more mechanization to address labor shortages, reduce costs and improve efficiency, and tomorrow, FFA student members, advisors, and leaders across the country will be celebrating National Ag Day.

Ag Secretary Visits Atlanta and FFA on National Ag Day

The Agribusiness Update
Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins traveled to Atlanta to deliver remarks to the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association, and tomorrow, FFA student members, advisors, and leaders across the country will be celebrating National Ag Day.

Geothermal Farm

Idaho Ag Today
Leo Ray, company’s Fish Breeders of Idaho at the Catfish Farm.

Historic Oklahoma National Stockyards Up For Sale

Line on Agriculture
Photo: From Oklahoma National Stockyards Website

The Oklahoma National Stockyards is 110-plus years old. The board is hoping for a buyer that will preserve the history of the largest feeder and cattle stocker market in the world.

Beef-on-Dairy: Educational Opportunity

Southeast Regional Ag News
An article late last year opened up by stating, “Beef-on-dairy is arguably the most significant advancement for the U.S. beef industry in a generation.” Courtesy of OSU, an entire educational series is now being made available on the topic.

Transition Planning 101

Southeast Regional Ag News
Emphasizing that "fair" doesn't always work, Oklahoma State University’s Dr. Shannon Ferrell says to get a plan together when everyone is healthy and happy.

Rural Scams

Fruit Grower Report
Scams are abundant these days and that includes in rural America.

Tractor Sales Up and Tyson Invests in Disruptive Technologies

The Agribusiness Update
U.S. Tractor Sales Up, and Tyson Foods invests in disruptive technologies.

Touchet FFA Helps Oklahoma Fire Victims Pt 2

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Touchet FFA is selling T-shirts to help Oklahoma wildfire victims.