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State Legislative Sessions Open Across the Southeast State legislative sessions are opening this week across the Southeast, marking the start of months of policy discussions that will shape state budgets and priorities for the year ahead. Florida, Alabama, and Georgia lawmakers are all convening in January, with agriculture-related issues expected to remain an important part of the conversation. Florida’s 2026 …
Superior Livestock Opens the Year with Strong Cattle Demand Superior Livestock’s first major sale of the new year is sending a clear signal about the strength of the cattle market, as feeders showed they are not shying away from bidding what it takes to secure cattle. The company kicked off 2026 with its Bell Ringer video auction, hosted out of …
Leaders React to Release of New 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans The release of the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans for 2025–2030 is drawing reactions from lawmakers and federal health leaders, many of whom say the updated guidance represents a return to practical, science-based nutrition policy. The guidelines emphasize nutrient-dense foods, including protein, dairy, fruits, and vegetables, and are expected …
USDA Releases More Details on Bridge Assistance Program Payments Additional details are emerging about the new Bridge Assistance Program funded through the U.S. Department of Agriculture, providing farmers with clearer guidance on eligibility, payment limits, and reporting requirements. The program is designed to strengthen the farm safety net by offering targeted financial support based on 2025 planted acres, with payments …
USDA Ag Outlook Enters a New Era as Chief Economist Seth Meyers Retires The name Seth Meyers may not be familiar to most farmers and ranchers, but within the world of farm broadcasting and agricultural markets, his influence has been significant. Meyers is retiring after serving as USDA’s Chief Economist since 2021, marking the end of a key chapter for …
USDA Releases Per-Acre Payment Details for Farmer Bridge Assistance Program Payments for the new Farmer Bridge Assistance Program are just around the corner, providing much-anticipated financial support for farmers facing continued economic pressure. U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins has announced the next phase of the program, confirming that eligible commodities will receive one-time per-acre payments designed to help producers …
Grains and Livestock Futures Reflect Market Calm Amid Venezuela Geopolitical Shift It’s been 85 years since the bombing of Pearl Harbor on December 7th, 1941. January 7th, 2026 won’t be remembered in the same way, but military action in Venezuela years from now could be seen as a major turning point in world events. Recent geopolitical developments in Venezuela have …
Grain and Livestock Futures Move in Opposite Directions Early in the New Year Grain and livestock futures are starting the new year on sharply different paths, highlighting contrasting supply-and-demand forces across the agricultural markets. While corn and soybean futures remain under technical pressure, cattle markets continue to surge to new highs driven by animal health concerns and border restrictions. In …
Agri-Marketing Stock Index Reviews Agricultural Stock Performance in 2025 After reviewing how 48 major agricultural commodities performed during 2025, attention now turns to the Agri-Marketing Stock Index and how leading agricultural stocks fared over the past 12 months. The results show solid gains for several key companies tied to global crop production, farm inputs, and agricultural equipment, reflecting continued investment …
USDA Releases Farmer Bridge Assistance Program Payment Rates The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has officially released the long-awaited payment rates for the Farmer Bridge Assistance (FBA) Program, providing clarity and certainty for producers planning for the 2026 growing season. Announced late last year, the FBA Program delivers $12 billion in total assistance, with $11 billion allocated to row crop …
