USDA Lowers Corn and Soybean Yields on November WASDE Report
(WASHINGTON D.C.) — USDA projects lower corn and soybean yields this month on the latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report. The monthly report, released on Friday morning, predicts a national average corn yield of
Speculation Starts on Who Will Be the Next Ag Secretary
(WASHINGTON D.C.) — As folks are lining up to try and secure a spot in President-elect Donald Trump’s administration, speculation has already been rolling on who might be the next Secretary of Agriculture come January. Some of
Updated Estimates of Renewable Diesel Through 2026
University of Illinois analysts looked into the future of renewable diesel production in the U.S. and saw some headwinds. Renewable diesel production capacity has exploded in recent years, increasing by more than three billion gallons. This substantially
U.S. Cattlemen’s Association Policy Meeting in December
The United States Cattlemen’s Association will host its 2024 Annual Meeting December 5-7 in San Antonio, Texas, at the InterContinental Hotel. Each year, USCA brings together its industry members and leaders together to discuss current policy and
Winter Flow Slowing in the Missouri River
Gavins Point Dam releases in South Dakota will be reduced in late November as flow support for navigation ends. Releases are currently at 32,000 cubic feet per second. “We will continue to make releases from Gavins Point
AFBF: Economic Conditions and Natural Disasters Mean Farmers Need Relief
A trifecta of natural disasters, high input costs and poor economic conditions has made the last year difficult for farmers and ranchers. Betty Resnick, an economist for the American Farm Bureau Federation, says there is some relief
Illinois Soybean Association Study Reveals Economic Costs and Opportunities of Rural Bridge Maintenance
BLOOMINGTON, ILL. – Leading the nation in soybean production, Illinois farmers rely on strong infrastructure, like bridges, to transport their products to market. And, with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) forecasting a record-setting soybean harvest of 720
Registration & Housing Open for 2025 Commodity Classic in Denver
ST. LOUIS, MO — Online registration and housing for the 2025 Commodity Classic is now open. America’s largest farmer-led agricultural and educational experience will be held Sunday, March 2 through Tuesday, March 4 in Denver. Following record-breaking
Are U.S. Consumers Drifting Away from Turkey as the Centerpiece of Thanksgiving Dinner?
DENVER, CO — Changing consumer preferences suggest whole turkeys may be losing their grip as the dominant center-of-plate choice for Thanksgiving dinner. While ample turkey supplies and favorable prices leading into the holiday season indicate turkey will