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Ag Industry Expectation of the Second Installment of the MAHA Report

Second MAHA Report Expected Soon — Modern Ag Alliance Reacts to Draft Findings The highly anticipated second installment of the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) report is expected to be released soon. As producers and ag leaders await the final details, the Modern Ag Alliance is weighing in on what the next wave of findings could mean for the agriculture …

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MAHA Report Draft Shows No Pesticide Restrictions

MAHA Report Draft Avoids Direct Action on Ultra-Processed Foods and Pesticides A new draft of the upcoming Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) report, reviewed by the New York Times, reveals that it will not propose direct restrictions on ultra-processed foods and pesticides, despite earlier speculation that stricter recommendations were on the table. The development could be considered a relief for …

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NCBA Reaction to New World Screwworm Announcement

NCBA Responds to USDA’s $100 Million New World Screw Worm Initiative Last week’s announcement by Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins marked a significant step in the fight against the New World Screwworm, a pest that poses a serious threat to U.S. livestock. The USDA’s expanded strategy includes constructing a new sterile fly production facility and investing in advanced sterilization technologies. …

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Trump and Putin Meet with China on Watch

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 …

Georgia Beef Board

Georgia Beef Board Welcomes New Checkoff Program Coordinator

The Georgia Beef Board is pleased to welcome Wyatt Doolittle as the new Checkoff Program Coordinator, bringing fresh energy and a strong background in cattle production, finance, and agriculture marketing to the role. We spoke with Wyatt to learn more about his background and what he’s looking forward to as he begins his work with Georgia’s cattle producers and consumers. …

Southeast Cotton Production Forecast Down Sharply in USDA’s June 2025 Report

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (USDA NASS) has released the June 2025 cotton production report, offering key insights into planting, harvesting, and yield forecasts across the Southeast. The data shows a significant decline in planted acreage and total production compared to 2024. Becky Sommer with USDA NASS explains the latest figures and what they mean for …

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Secretary Brooke Rollins Highlights Trump Administration’s Fight Against Foreign Ownership of U.S. Farmland

In a recent interview with Laura Trump on Fox News, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins emphasized the Trump administration’s ongoing efforts to limit foreign ownership of American farmland, especially by adversarial nations like China. The move reflects a broader commitment to protecting U.S. food security, national defense, and rural communities. “We will never have an America first unless we’re …

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Farm Bill Brings Major Changes for Peanut Growers and Family Farms

At the recent Southern Peanut Growers Conference held in Florida, Congressman G.T. Thompson, Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, addressed peanut farmers and ag professionals about the newly passed farm bill—what he proudly called a “great big beautiful bill” that aims to bring meaningful reform to rural America. The congressman highlighted several key provisions designed to benefit family farms, peanut …

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USDA Announces Reorganization Plan

Secretary Brooke Rollins outlines plans to decentralize USDA operations and bring government closer to the people. USDA Announces Sweeping Department Reorganization In a significant shift aimed at restructuring the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced that the agency will undergo a major reorganization. The changes, announced last week, are designed to streamline USDA operations, …

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Smallest US Cattle Herd Since 1973

U.S. Cattle Numbers Hit 50-Year Low, Fueling High Beef Prices According to the July Cattle on Feed report, recently shared by the National Association of Farm Broadcasters, U.S. cattle numbers have dropped to historic lows, offering little relief to consumers struggling with high beef prices. As of July 1, there were 94.2 million cattle and calves in the United States—marking …