Mar 04
The United States Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is currently seeking input from data users to refine its statistical reports and ensure they meet the evolving needs of the agricultural industry. In a recent interview with Farm Director KC Sheperd, USDA NASS’s Troy Marshall discussed the agency’s open comment period and the …
Mar 04
Today, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins, joined by U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy. Jr., and National Nutrition Advisor at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Dr. Ben Carson announced the USDA’s commencement of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans Strategic Partnerships, an effort which encourages the private sector to …
Mar 04
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Abe Smith, pasture specialist with Corteva Agriscience, about why weed management is a critical part of pasture success for cattle producers. Smith says managing weeds is not just about appearance, but about protecting the productivity and long-term value of pasture acres at …
Mar 04
William E. Maples Southern Ag Today- A common question producers ask is, “What is a good price to sell at?” The best answer is that there is no single number that fits every farm. A “good price” is not defined solely by price. It is defined by individual cost structure, yield expectations, and financial goals. …
Mar 04
The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol has announced enrollment is open for the 2026 crop year. New this year, in addition to full program benefits growers can evidence regenerative farming practices through the Field Partner Program, expanding opportunities for those demonstrating responsible production with measurable data. The Trust Protocol is the voluntary, field-level sustainability program and …
Mar 04
The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) and Feedstuffs opened applications for the 2026 Feed Facility of the Year program. Applications can be submitted now through April 24. “The Feed Facility of the Year program highlights the innovation and operational excellence happening across our industry,” said Gary Huddleston, AFIA’s director of feed manufacturing and regulatory affairs. …
Mar 04
Today, House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member Angie Craig (MN-02) delivered the following opening statement at the full committee markup of the Republicans’ partisan farm bill. Watch the full markup here. [As prepared for delivery.] Mr. Chairman, before I begin my formal remarks, I would like to take a moment to acknowledge the unfortunate and tragic loss this committee and its …
Mar 04
Maci Carter visited with Dr. Brian Arnall and Brian Pugh, both extension specialists with Oklahoma State University, following the Oklahoma Central Cattle Conference, where the two led a jointly delivered session built as a conversation rather than a formal presentation. Arnall explained that the idea came from wanting to mirror the kind of back-and-forth dialogue …
Mar 04
Over the past 60 years, mature cow body weight has increased at an annual average of 7.7 pounds per year, but it has not increased at a constant rate. The following chart shows the average annual estimated cow live weight estimated from USDA reports for monthly cow carcass weights. When we look at annual average …
Mar 04
RON’s Dave Lanning has a pre-opening look at today’s agricultural Markets. Click the audio tab below for today’s report.
