The Jelly Bean Prayer
With today being Good Friday, the markets are closed. So, Mark Oppold takes time to bring us his annual Jelly…
American Agriculture History Minute: Mid-1800s Rapid Agriculture Growth
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. The history of agriculture in the United States, of course, goes…
Nominations Being Accepted for Peanut Efficiency Award
Nominations are currently being accepted for this year’s Peanut Efficiency Award. Tyron Spearman has more details. …
Varying Conditions Have Traders Looking Ahead
With the market closed tomorrow, traders have varying conditions to consider as they look ahead. Mark Oppold has more details.…
American Agriculture History Minute: New Opportunities Opened in Agriculture
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. After the Louisiana Purchase in 1803 and the American victory in…
USMEF Hosts Trade Seminar With African Countries Matching Exporters with Buyers
The US Meat Export Federation hosted a trade seminar in Ghana with the aim of bringing together US red meat…
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How Tariff’s Impacts on Cotton Considered in WASDE Report
As the tariff discussions continue, the impact on agricultural crops is of concern for many in the southeast. As USDA…
An Update on Livestock Bills in Florida’s Legislative Session
The Florida Legislature is considering nearly 2,000 bills this session with many impacting the livestock industry. We caught up with…
What to Consider for Peanut Producers During Planting Season
By Clint Thompson Though still early, according to Scott Monfort, University of Georgia (UGA) Extension peanut agronomist, peanut plantings have…
Efforts to Help Farmers
A few legislative leaders have been listening to farmers and are making it a priority to help because of the…
Cattle on Feed Report Comes Early This Month
The Cattle on Feed Report this month will be released a day earlier than normal. Mark Oppold explains why and what…
AVMA Echoes Calls for Getting More Veterinarians into High-Need Areas
After working with congressional offices and other stakeholders, the American Veterinary Medical Association’s (AVMA) advocacy work led to the recent…
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Livestock Market Reports for Week Ended 04-18-2025
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USDA Releases The April 2025 Cattle on Feed Report
Apr. 18, 2025
Cattle Producers Retain Leverage as Financial Markets Impact Cattle Futures
Apr. 16, 2025
Cattle on Feed Report Comes Early This Month
Apr. 16, 2025
AVMA Echoes Calls for Getting More Veterinarians into High-Need Areas
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Efforts to Help Farmers
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AVMA Echoes Calls for Getting More Veterinarians into High-Need Areas
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Meat and Poultry Special Investigator Act Reintroduced in Senate
Mar. 26, 2025
Bipartisan Bill for Agriculture Reintroduced in the House
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