Nov 18
National Wheat Statistics: Winter Wheat Planted reached 92 percent, down two points from the previous year and down three points from the five-year average. Winter Wheat Emerged reached 79 percent, down four points versus the previous year and down five points from the five-year average. National Corn Statistics: Corn Harvested Reached 91 percent, down seven points from …
Nov 13
In 2025, grain sorghum production for the United States totaled 10.2 million metric tons (MMT). This was led by Kansas, totaling 5.8 MMT, and Texas, 2.64 MMT. Colorado (497 thousand metric tons), Nebraska (494 TMT), and Oklahoma (479 TMT). Aside from a poor production year in 2022, the United States has averaged 9.35 MMT annually. …
Sep 17
During the sorghum harvest, Farm Director KC Sheperd spoke with Craig Meeker, a past Chair for the National Sorghum Producers, who was working in his combine. Meeker shared a positive outlook on the current crop, while also detailing the significant market and political challenges facing producers. Harvest and Yields: Bountiful Harvest from Abundant Rain Meeker …
Sep 01
It’s Time to Enter the National Sorghum Yield Contest! Get ready to showcase your hard work and crop success! National Sorghum Producers invites you to enter the 2024 National Sorghum Yield Contest. Whether you’re from the east or the west, we have a spot for you in one of our diverse contest divisions: irrigated, dryland no-till, …
Jul 29
Farmers, Lenders Warn House Agriculture Committee of “Perfect Storm” Brewing for Farm Economy On Tuesday, the House Agriculture Committee convened to assess the financial struggles in farm country with insights from key witnesses representing various agricultural sectors who highlighted the severe financial pressures faced by farmers. Committee Chairman, Congressman G.T. Thompson, emphasized that declining crop prices, …
Feb 20
The United Sorghum Checkoff Program is now accepting applications for Leadership Sorghum Class VII, a program designed to cultivate the next generation of sorghum leaders. The Sorghum Leadership Program is a 14-month journey designed for industry professionals and farmers eager to make a lasting impact on this dynamic industry. Through a blend of hands-on experiences, …
Aug 21
NSP Takes Part in Pair of Farm Bill Roundtables National Sorghum Producers Past Chair Kody Carson from Olton, Texas, CEO Tim Lust and Policy Analyst Sydney Lundberg attended farm bill roundtables in the Texas Panhandle this week, including an Amarillo event hosted by Congressman Jodey Arrington (R-TX) and Congressman Ronny Jackson (R-TX), both meeting with …
Jul 05
Sorghum industry leaders are marking a milestone in the industry as July 1, 2023 marked the 15th anniversary of the United Sorghum Checkoff Program, the leading producer-funded organization championing the sorghum industry in the United States. Since its founding, the Sorghum Checkoff has dedicated its efforts to advancing sorghum profitability through innovative research, promotion and …
Jul 04
Agencies Ready “Surgical” WOTUS Rule Re-Work EPA and the Army Corps of Engineers want to employ what might be called precision regulation as they revise the “waters of the U.S.” rule whose legality has come into question because of the Supreme Court’s recent Sackett decision in May. The “Amendments to the 2023 Rule” offers a …
Jun 12
Following Debt Ceiling Resolution, Internecine Feud Derails House Floor Action, Chairman Thompson Underscores Importance of Keeping Farm Bill Bipartisan Last weekend, President Biden officially signed into law the bipartisan Fiscal Responsibility Act to raise the debt ceiling while trimming between $1.5 trillion and $2.1 trillion in government spending. Leaders of both the House and Senate …
