New research lays the groundwork for higher-yielding corn plants. A recent discovery could allow researchers and plant breeders to more easily design corn plants with tassels and leaves geared for efficiency. 

With food prices still elevated from inflation, new tariff policies - like the recently announced 21% tariff on most Mexican tomatoes - are fueling consumer concern and uncertainty across the food and ag supply chain.

The Angus Foundation and Angus Genetics Inc. (AGI) are set to join a global effort to improve livestock efficiency following the receipt of a $4.85 million research grant. The grant is part of a $27.4 million global initiative, backed by the Bezos Earth Fund and Global Methane Hub, to reduce energy...

Rochelle and Evan Schnadt are experimenting with new growing practices, while raising their family in the farming tradition. They have been farming in Lodi, Wisconsin, north of Madison, for the past six years, and say they have always wanted farming to be part of their story.

Following the issuance of its fourth carbon crop, Indigo Ag reports their carbon program has sequestered or abated 927,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalents since 2018. In addition to carbon sequestration, the program claims to have reduced surface water runoff by 64 billion gallons. 

South Dakota continued to expand its industrial hemp footprint in 2024 as Texas quickly gained ground, according to the USDA - National Hemp Report.

According to a detailed list of carveouts published by the White House late last week, certain agriculture inputs will be exempt from the 10% across-the-board duties and higher reciprocal duties applied to specific trade partners.

Beef Outlook: Tight cattle supplies have become more evident at feedlots after a March report.

Tara Barrett-Duzan used to report the news. Making news by becoming a full-time farmer and having a documentary made about her decision to do so wasn't exactly in the career plan.

In 2024, organic fresh produce experienced a remarkable year, with sales reaching $9.5 billion--an increase of 5.7% from the previous year. Once again partnering with Category Partners, Organic Produce Network has compiled an annual report, State of Organic Produce 2024, showcasing the...

Soy foods month is a time to celebrate soy’s powerful plant-based nutrition, heart health benefits, and role in a balanced diet. As a high-quality protein, soy provides all nine essential amino acids and is a rich source of folate, potassium, fiber, iron, and zinc. Soymilk is the only plant-based...

The USDA announced plans to make permanent the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) increased line speed program.

Earlier this year, global grain stocks (less China) were around 300 million acres. When reported as a share of harvest acreage, global grain stocks are tight. By considering ending stocks in total, we get a sense of how tight or abundant conditions are throughout the global ag factory.

During AgRally 2025, American agriculture’s New Year celebration, President Trump’s pick to be Secretary of Agriculture, Brooke Rollins, took a few moments to reflect and get personal. When questioned about more rural representation sitting at the President’s table than we’ve seen in decades, and...

At AgRally ’25 new “weave” automation for select round balers that helps streamline the baling process was highlighted by Kaylene Ballesteros, John Deere go-to-market manager. “With this automation, the operator simply places the windrow between the front tires of the tractor and lets the baler do...