RFA Thanks Lawmakers for Bills Removing Outdated E15 Roadblocks
The Renewable Fuels Association today thanked Sens. Joni Ernst (R-IA) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Reps. Adrian Smith (R-NE) and Nikki Budzinski (D-IL) for leading the introduction of the bipartisan Ethanol for America Act in the Senate and House,
New Tech Helps Farmers Boost Income While Protecting Their Land
These days, income outside of farming is many times what keeps the farm going. But finding something that doesn’t take time away from the actual farming and is still profitable remains a challenge. Infinite Outdoors is doing
Filling the Connectivity Gap on the Farm and Ranch
As more smart technology gets adopted on farms and ranches across Rural America, the question becomes how do we keep everything connected across the whole operation? Especially considering the lack of rural broadband and infrastructure in many
Learning More About the Work of the Agricultural Utilization Research Institute (AURI)
The Agricultural Utilization Research Institute (AURI) is a nonprofit whose mission is to accelerate the expansion of the agricultural economy by empowering expanded uses and markets of agriculturally derived products. Shannon Schlecht, Executive Director for AURI, sat
USDA Faces September Funding Cliff as Parties Clash Over Spending ‘Claw-Backs’
September brings another funding cliff for USDA and the rest of the federal government, as both parties prepare for a fight over presidential funding ‘claw-backs.’ The House and Senate USDA spending bills are nearly four billion dollars
Vietnam Battles Rapid Surge in African Swine Fever, Threatening Pork Supply Chains
Vietnam is confronting a rapidly escalating outbreak of African swine fever, with infections more than tripling in just two weeks. State media reports the situation has prompted urgent government intervention and renewed concerns about disruptions to global
Growth Energy Applauds Introduction of Ethanol for America Act
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Growth Energy, the nation’s largest biofuel trade association, welcomed the introduction today of the Ethanol for America Act—a bipartisan, bicameral bill that would simplify labeling and infrastructure requirements for fuel retailers seeking to offer E15, a fuel blend
NCGA Awards 2025 Fall Scholarships
The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) announced the awardees for the 2025 NCGA Scholarship Programs. A committee of grower leaders selected twelve exceptional students to receive scholarships for this upcoming fall semester. “Tomorrow’s ag leaders are in