The USDA’s latest data reveals a continued case of the haves and have-nots across the farm economy. While a lot can – and will – unfold over the next year or so, early indications suggest farm profitability will vary greatly by commodity and geography.

An official with the Chinese embassy in the U.S. confirms President Trump and Chinese President Xi might be getting ready to sign a permanent trade deal when they meet in China in April.

Jody Campiche with the National Cotton Council (NCC) says lower prices are the reason U.S. farmers say they’ll be planting less cotton this spring.“While there are some changes to the farm safety net that will provide higher government support this year, it’s still not enough to cover all the...

The Senate Finance Committee examined the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement recently, weighing its benefits and where changes may be needed.

A new study from the University of Minnesota is linking whole-fat dairy products to lower risk of cardiovascular disease.Hanna Kelley is the Director of Health and Wellness for the American Dairy Association Indiana, “Milk, cheese, and yogurt are part of a balanced diet,” she says. “It can help...

USDA recently announced awardees for two of its export support programs, the Foreign Market Development (FMD) Program and the Market Access Program (MAP).Both programs are cost-share partnerships that help U.S. producers build and maintain a competitive presence in the global marketplace.

President Donald Trump recently signed a proclamation to expand the country's low-tariff imports of Argentine beef.This most recent action has not set well with U.S. beef producers.The President has, however, faced pressure to address the issue of affordability for consumers.U.S. beef prices set...

While New England is known for its chowder and Seattle its salmon tossing, when it comes to Super Bowl menus, nothing is hotter than wings. The National Chicken Council (NCC) released its annual Chicken Wing Report, projecting Americans consumed over 1.48 billion chicken wings watching the Patriots...

The President and CEO of the American Egg Board says egg producers are looking at overseas markets to grow demand.Emily Metz says prices are low and southeast Asia could be a good customer.

The President of the National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) says the industry is developing federal legislation that would address California’s livestock confinement law.Duane Stateler says Proposition 12 has created a patchwork of state regulations.

“About 2 billion people are suffering from iron deficiency, which makes people sick and can even cause death,” said Felipe Ricachenevsky, a professor with the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul in Brazil.He and colleagues in Brazil, Italy, Chile, and Germany are working to increase the amount...

The U.S. Supreme Court still has not issued a decision on President Trump’s use of tariffs and an ag lobbyist says he’s eager to see the opinion.

There were 86.2 million head of cattle and calves on U.S. farms as of January 1, according to the twice-yearly cattle inventory report published by USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS). That’s the lowest level since 1951. Other key findings in the report saw that of the 86.2...

The Renewable Fuels Association applauded President Trump for strongly reaffirming his support for America's ethanol industry and calling on Congress to send a bill approving year-round E15 "to my desk very quickly." Trump said he would sign the bill into law "without delay."

With whole soybean exports down, an economist says an important soybean product is getting more overseas sales.