Livestock Industry Groups React to Confirmation of Dr. Julie Callahan Following the recent confirmation of Dr. Julie Callahan as the U.S. Trade Representative’s Chief Agricultural Negotiator, livestock industry organizations are voicing strong support for her appointment. Groups representing meat exports, pork producers, and cattle producers say her experience and leadership will be critical as agricultural trade negotiations continue with key …
USDA Releases October Peanut Stocks and Processing Report Reports from Washington have been delayed due to the government shutdown, but the USDA Department of Agriculture has now released the Peanut Stocks and Processing Report for October. This report covers the third month of the marketing year, which begins in August, and provides insight into peanut supply, processing, and commercial stocks. …
The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has a new Chief Agricultural Negotiator, with the confirmation of Dr. Julie Callahan to the role. Her appointment is being widely welcomed across the agricultural sector, with farm groups and commodity organizations praising her experience and commitment to expanding opportunities for U.S. agriculture in global markets. The USTR’s office announced the …
From Dust to Renewal: How the Great Depression Sparked U.S. Soil Conservation When the winds of the 1930s carried dust across America’s plains, it wasn’t just soil that disappeared—it was hope. Out of that devastation came a powerful movement that would forever change the way farmers and ranchers cared for the land. I’m Mark Oppold, and in this American Agriculture …
Big Beautiful Bill: A Historic Investment in U.S. Agriculture About a month ago, Congress passed the Big Beautiful Bill, the largest investment in the agricultural industry in a decade. This landmark legislation provides significant support across multiple areas of U.S. farming, from risk coverage and crop insurance to export promotion and research. Included in the bill is $54 billion for …
SBA Launches Deregulation Strike Force to Cut Red Tape and Lower Costs for Small Businesses The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has initiated a new Deregulation Strike Force, dedicating a full team to identifying and eliminating excessive federal regulations put in place during the previous administration. According to the SBA, these regulations significantly increased costs for small businesses and consumers, …
Georgia Milk Producers Fund Bulk Milk Dispensers for Schools Across Georgia The Georgia Milk Producers are investing in the next generation by helping bring bulk milk dispensers to schools across the state. The initiative is aimed at improving milk quality for students, increasing consumption, and reducing waste—while also supporting Georgia dairy farmers. We caught up with Bryce Trauger with the …
Corn Shelling Bees: A Cornerstone of Early American Agriculture Corn has played a vital role in American agriculture since the nation’s earliest days. Long before modern machinery transformed farming, corn was processed entirely by hand, making it one of the most labor-intensive crops on early American farms. This simple grain supported not only families and livestock, but entire rural communities. …
Georgia Department of Agriculture Releases Preparation Document for Hurricane Helene Disaster Relief The Georgia Department of Agriculture has released a preparation document to help producers get ready for the upcoming Hurricane Helene Disaster Relief Block Grant Program. While the official application period has not yet been announced, the document is intended to ensure farmers, ranchers, and foresters are prepared once …
National Peanut Board Launches Bold New Brand Campaign to Boost Peanut Consumption In a spirited move to reimagine one of America’s most iconic crops, the National Peanut Board is launching peanuts in a fresh and exciting way. The organization has unveiled a new brand platform designed to champion the 7,000 peanut farmers across the United States while increasing peanut consumption …
