National Pork Producers Council Optimistic About US-EU Trade Agreement Framework The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) has expressed optimism regarding the recently released trade agreement framework between the United States and the European Union. The framework includes targeted efforts to address longstanding trade imbalances that have impacted the pork industry for decades. National Pork Producers Council President Duane Stateler shared …
Peanut Shellers and Buyers Prepare for Harvest Amid Economic Concerns As the 2025 peanut harvest nears, industry stakeholders including peanut shellers and buying points gathered this week for a pre-harvest meeting in Albany. The event focused on preparation for the upcoming crop and featured insights into the broader economic climate that may impact the peanut industry. “The peanut shellers and …
Corn Prices Fall 50% Since 2022 While Production Costs Stay High, Says NCGA Corn farmers are facing serious financial strain as corn prices have dropped dramatically since their 2022 peak, while production costs have barely budged. The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) has issued a new report highlighting the widening gap between revenues and costs in 2025, raising concerns about …
Farmers impacted by natural disasters in 2023 and 2024 now have access to much-needed financial support. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has opened the first phase of sign-up for its Supplemental Disaster Relief Program (SDRP), aimed at helping producers recover from major crop losses. “We know farm operations across the United States were impacted by devastating natural disasters in …
The Vision of George Grant In the history of American agriculture, few individuals stand out like George Grant, a Scottish immigrant who arrived in the United States in 1873. Accompanied by a small group of countrymen, Grant carried with him a vision of transforming the cattle industry in America. His goal was to develop a community of wealthy, stock-raising British …
Peanut Checkoff Supports Promotion as Demand Grows for Plant-Based, Protein-Rich Foods With a strong planting season behind them, U.S. peanut farmers are now preparing for harvest—and with that comes the peanut checkoff, a vital funding mechanism that helps promote peanuts through the National Peanut Board (NPB). “Well lots of peanuts have been planted this year and the checkoff will be …
USDA and HHS Confirm Travel-Related Human Case of New World Screwworm in Maryland The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) have confirmed a travel-associated case of New World Screwworm (NWS) in the United States. The case was identified in Maryland, in a patient returning from El Salvador. This marks the first confirmed …
Despite Record-High Prices, U.S. Beef Demand Remains Strong In a surprising shift from typical market behavior, U.S. beef demand is defying economic expectations. While record-high retail prices for most products often lead to a significant drop in demand, beef continues to sell at strong levels, even as prices climb. “When retail prices for any product reach record-high levels, the demand …
White House Releases US-EU Trade Framework Update with Focus on Agriculture and Market Access The White House has released an updated version of the U.S.–EU Trade Framework, which includes key commitments to improving agricultural trade. These changes are seen as a step forward for U.S. pork, bison, and beef exporters, as the European Union (EU) agrees to reduce non-tariff trade …
Leaders Who Were Farmers First In 1776, the successful leaders who helped shape the new nation were also among its most accomplished farmers. George Washington and Thomas Jefferson stand out not only as political visionaries but also as agricultural innovators. Both men believed that the strength of the country depended on the productivity of its farms and the ability to …
