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OBBB Distribution Map

Dan Economy

One Big Beautiful Bill Delivers Historic Investment for U.S. Agriculture The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) represents the largest investment in the American agricultural industry in more than a decade, delivering wide-ranging support to farmers, ranchers, and rural communities across the country. While the national impact is significant, producers can now see exactly what the legislation means for their individual …

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Tractor and Combine Sales Drop in November

Dan Agri-Business, Economy

AEM Reports Sharp Decline in U.S. Tractor and Combine Sales The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) is reporting a significant slowdown in agricultural equipment sales across the United States, highlighting the continued financial pressure facing farmers. According to newly released data, total sales of agricultural tractors in the U.S. dropped nearly 20 percent, while combine sales declined 35 percent compared …

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Soybean Export Update

Dan Agri-Business, Commodities, Economy, Instagram, Soybeans

China’s Shifting Soybean Commitment Raises Market Uncertainty Uncertainty surrounding China’s commitment to purchase 12 million tons of U.S. soybeans continues to weigh heavily on the soybean market. What was once expected to be a firm deadline has instead become a moving target, complicating planning for producers, traders, and exporters across the agricultural supply chain. The deadline for China to meet …

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Georgia Declared HPAI-Free After Prior HPAI Detection in Gordon County

Dan Avian Influenza, Georgia, Poultry

Georgia Declared HPAI-Free, Officials Urge Continued Vigilance Georgia Commissioner of Agriculture Tyler Harper has officially declared Georgia to be Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) free following a recent detection in a commercial poultry flock in Gordon County. The announcement brings welcome news to Georgia’s poultry sector, the state’s number one agricultural industry, after a rapid and coordinated response from state …

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Elanco Invests $400 Million in Indiana to Expand U.S. R&D and Manufacturing Operations

Dale Sandlin Livestock, Livestock News

Elanco has announced a major boost to its U.S. operations with a $400 million investment in its Indiana facilities, strengthening both research and development capabilities and domestic manufacturing capacity. The expansion will support operations at the company’s new global headquarters in Indianapolis while reinforcing its U.S.-based production footprint. As part of this momentum, the USDA has granted an accelerated pathway …

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EPA Issues Guidance Regarding Claims of Agency Approval of Forever Chemical Pesticides

Dan Agri-Business, Environment, Regulation

EPA Issues Guidance Addressing Misinformation on Recent Pesticide Approvals The US Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention has released comprehensive guidance to address growing misinformation surrounding the EPA’s recent pesticide approvals. As public discussion has intensified—particularly around single fluorinated compounds—the agency aims to clarify what these substances are, how they are regulated, and what extensive risk …

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USMEF Focusing on USMCA Public Hearing

Dan Beef, Cattle, Export/Import, Exports/Imports, Marketing, Trade, U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF)

USMEF Prepares Testimony Ahead of Key USMCA Hearing as Experts Warn of Trade Turbulence The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) is gearing up for the U.S. Trade Representative’s public hearing this week regarding the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). As the agricultural industry anticipates next year’s scheduled review of the agreement, the organization is focusing on protecting the stability and growth of …

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Commodity Tracking Through November

Dan Beef, Cattle, Commodities, Economy, Field Crops, Marketing, Soybeans

December Commodity Market Review: Precious Metals Lead, Grains Lag in 2025 As the calendar rolls to December, investors and producers alike are taking stock of how major commodities have performed year-to-date. With 11 months now behind us, clear trends have emerged across the 48-commodity index—highlighting standout sectors as well as markets that struggled to gain traction. As the report notes, …

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Rural and Family Lands Protection Program Application Cycle Opens Soon

Dan Agri-Business, Economy, Florida, Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), Funding

Florida Opens 2026 Application Cycle for Rural and Family Lands Protection Program Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) Commissioner Wilton Simpson has announced that the 2026 application cycle for the Rural and Family Lands Protection Program (RFLPP) will open soon. In a recent post on X, Commissioner Simpson highlighted the program’s continued success, stating, “The incredibly successful rural …

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Railroad Merger Insights

Dan Agri-Business, Corn, Fertilizer, Field Crops, Livestock, Wheat

Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern Merger Advances Amid Agricultural Concerns Shareholders of Union Pacific (UP) and Norfolk Southern (NS) railroads have nearly unanimously approved the next step in the multi-year process to merge the two companies. If completed, the merger will create America’s first coast-to-coast railroad, promising faster delivery times and competitive rail rates for many industries. Potential Benefits Highlighted by Rail …