USDA Peanut Production Forecast Shows Gains in Acreage and Yields Across Southeast The USDA’s Agricultural Statistics Service has released its latest peanut production forecast for the upcoming year, and the outlook is strong for growers across the Southeast. With increases in both planted acreage and expected yields, the U.S. peanut industry is heading into harvest season with optimism. They’re showing …
Kellogg’s Agrees to Remove Toxic Dyes from Cereals in Landmark Deal with Texas AG In a major win for consumer health and food safety, WK Kellogg Co., better known as Kellogg’s, has agreed to permanently remove artificial food dyes from its cereals sold in the United States. The commitment follows a formal investigation and negotiation process led by Texas Attorney …
The Early Midwest Homestead In the 1840s Midwest, the average family farm covered about 100 acres—large enough to support crops, livestock, and a self-sustaining lifestyle. Homes were often handmade one-room log cabins, sometimes with a loft to make space for a growing family. These early Midwest farmhouses were built from local timber, providing shelter through harsh winters and humid summers. …
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia for the week ended August 15, 2025, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions, for the week ended- August 15, 2025, receipts at 16 markets totaled 11,450 head compared to 13,002 last week and 9,832 last …
CBP Seizes Over 6,000 Pounds of Smuggled Meat from China in Los Angeles Port U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agriculture specialists in Los Angeles made a significant seizure earlier this week, confiscating over 6,000 pounds of poultry and meat products illegally shipped from China. The shipment, falsely labeled as tilapia, included unmanifested swine, avian, and ruminant products—a major biosecurity …
USDA Forecasts Record-High Peanut Crop with Increases in Acreage and Yields The USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) has released its big crop estimate for the upcoming year, offering detailed projections across major U.S. commodities. Among the highlights is a strong year ahead for the nation’s peanut producers, with record-breaking figures in several key categories. Checking on peanuts first, they …
Trump and Putin Meet in Alaska as Global Stakes Rise Over Ukraine and Rare Earth Minerals In a high-stakes diplomatic moment, President Trump and Russian President Putin are scheduled to meet today in Alaska, drawing global attention and reactions from nations with a vested interest in the outcome—China among them. The meeting comes amid heightened tensions surrounding the war in …
Farm Bureau Praises EPA’s Revised Diesel Exhaust Fluid Guidelines In a major win for farmers and transporters across the country, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced revisions to Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) guidelines for manufacturers of heavy trucks and off-road equipment. The move is being widely praised by the agricultural community, including the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF), which …
USDA Forecasts Record Corn Crop, Lower Prices, and Back-to-Back Export Records A record-setting U.S. corn crop is projected for the upcoming year, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), signaling major implications for prices, exports, and acreage outlooks. The August forecast marks a pivotal moment, as it introduces the season’s first survey-based production and yield estimates. USDA Chief Economist …
By Clint Thompson Georgia cotton growers are in need of some drier weather. Various potential impacts are concerning Camp Hand, University of Georgia (UGA) Extension cotton agronomist, after a couple of weeks of persistent rains throughout the region. “Starting to get a little concerned just about these overcast, cloudy days and this spittin’ rain every now and then; cotton just …
