On Monday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bipartisan five-year reauthorization of the USDA’s grain inspection program, a critical move for the nation’s grain value chain. The United States Grain Standards Reauthorization Act ensures the program continues beyond its current expiration date of September 30, with key updates aimed at advancing technology in grain grading. The legislation reflects growing …
The latest data from Purdue University and the CME Group shows that farmer sentiment declined in August 2025, marking the third consecutive month of decline. The drop reflects ongoing concerns about market volatility, production costs, and future profitability—especially among grain producers. “Farmer sentiment as measured by Purdue University and the CME group dropped in August for the third month in …
As peanut farmers prepare to enter the fields, checking crop maturity and getting ready for digging and harvest, market signals continue to raise concerns. Despite strong yields in the U.S., peanut prices are under significant pressure due to global oversupply. “Well peanut farmers are getting ready to move into the field as they check their maturity of the peanuts making …
With the threat of New World Screwworm on the horizon, the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association is taking proactive steps to prepare the state’s livestock industry. A coordinated meeting and workshop have been planned to ensure the state is fully equipped to respond quickly and effectively if the parasite is detected. We sat down with Erin Beasley, Executive Vice President of Alabama …
The Georgia Beef Board is proud to support the future of the beef industry by sponsoring the inaugural National Youth Cattleworking Contest, set to take place in Athens, Georgia, from September 16–17. This national event is designed to highlight the talents and skills of young cattle producers from across the country. We caught up with Wyatt Doolittle of the Georgia …
The Florida Beef Council continues its mission to support beef demand and quality through outreach, education, and training events. We sat down with DM Maples of the Florida Beef Council to learn more about a recent initiative that highlights beef’s role in healthy diets and upcoming efforts to improve production standards. “We were there over Labor Day. It’s actually the …
By Clint Thompson Tuesday was a celebration for Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College (ABAC) and its School of Agriculture and Natural Resources. ABAC faculty, staff and students celebrated the ribbon cutting for the reopening of the Chambliss Building. Andrew Thoron, ABAC Dean for School of Agriculture and Natural Resources, spoke during the ceremony and highlighted the importance of the building’s grand …
TIFTON, Ga. – Sixteen farmers were recently recognized by the University of Georgia (UGA) Peanut Team for their high yielding peanuts in 2024. The high yields ranged from 4,145 to 6,095 pounds per acre. The winners were recognized at a dinner in August which was sponsored by the UGA Peanut Team, the Georgia Peanut Commission, American Peanut Shellers Association, National …
Seizing Opportunity During the Great Depression The Great Depression challenged countless rural American families, yet it also offered opportunities for those in the right place at the right time. In southern Missouri, a young farmer—John W. Tyson—recognized a chance to deliver chickens to larger metropolitan markets across the Midwest. While many struggled to survive, this early venture gave him practical …
Last week, we reported on the Section 301 hearing addressing Brazil’s unfair trade practices and their impact on U.S. agriculture and trade sectors. To better understand the path forward, we spoke with Kent Bacus, Executive Director of Government Affairs with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), who provided insight into the process now underway. “Now that USTR and the government-wide …
