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Brooks York with Agrisompo expects increased insurance coverage for many fall-planted crops as producers respond to current market conditions and regional yield concerns.
Farm Legal expert Roger McEowen says oil-and-gas royalty deductions can depend on the lease’s specific language and the circumstances surrounding the gas sale.
The continued U.S.-China trade truce could provide more time to discuss agricultural purchases and market access for U.S. agriculture.
Growers are managing scab pressure as orchards continue recovering from Hurricane Helene two years later.
Fred Nichols with Huma explains what farmers considering biostimulants in their fertilizer strategy should focus on while keeping expectations realistic.
Mississippi Farm Bureau President Mike McCormick says harvest is progressing quickly, but high diesel costs threaten producer profitability despite good yields.
American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall says farmers cannot afford further delays as producers face mounting challenges.
Farmers face higher fuel costs on top of rising production and fertilizer expenses.
Harvest Advances As Drought Fuel Costs Pressure Agriculture
Full-service restaurant food sales climbed nearly 8% while grocery-store sales rose about 3%.
Taiwan will continue tariff and tax relief on key agricultural imports through March 2027.
U.S. milk production rose 1.7% in August as the national dairy herd added 167,000 cows.
Cooper-Clark highlights a key lesson for producers and royalty owners: in oil-and-gas royalty disputes, lease language and marketing facts are crucial.
Local leaders are being urged to set clear expectations before approving new data centers.

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FFA 2026 Countdown to Convention
What started with free pizza at a sixth-grade FFA meeting eventually led Nowotny to national office.
Nyland reflects on the experiences that shaped her path ahead of National FFA Convention.
Nebraska farmer and social media creator, Laura Wilson of Laura Farms, is introducing children to agriculture through her new book, ‘Roger’s Hay Day,’ and an exciting partnership with FFA.
Jose Yepez turned a high school lawn care operation into a business with $1 million in total revenue.
Former Pennsylvania FFA State President Chloe Bomgardner discusses her summer internship with the House Agriculture Committee and her future in agriculture.
John Deere’s Sarah Daniels previews her appearance on the latest episode of Dirt Diaries, where she shares more about her career, experiences, and the importance of maintaining a positive attitude through challenges.
Young farmers gathered in Indianapolis for leadership development, industry tours and networking.
State President Riley Farris reflects on a year of service as thousands of members prepare to gather in Fort Worth.
Utah Congresswoman Celeste Maloy shares how agriculture and rural issues have shaped her career from high school FFA to Congress at RFD-TV’s recent Rural Town Hall.
Page Sierens says the new position will help Illinois FFA connect with and serve more members across the state.
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Nationwide’s Krista Soda shares how the Women in Agribusiness Conference helps women share knowledge and connect with peers facing similar challenges and opportunities.
Hunting With Heroes Wyoming connects disabled veterans through hunting and outdoor experiences, supported by landowners, businesses, volunteers, and donors.
FarmHer Liz Fielder shared how she returned to agriculture and built a business on the farm.
Airbnb and American Farmland Trust are offering funding to help farms welcome visitors.
Organizers are working with state veterinarians to manage biosecurity as cattle arrive.
More than 250 people are taking part in the 53rd annual tour across Montana’s Hi-Line.
Experienced users are more likely to incorporate cover crop mixes into their fields.
Nearly 20 years after leaving Georgia, Jamie Ellis is returning to lead UGA’s honeybee program.
Higher operating costs are putting pressure on sustainability commitments across the fashion industry.
Researchers found hearing loss was more common among farmworkers studied than the national rate.
Anheuser-Busch works with more than 80 Arkansas rice farmers as part of its U.S. supply chain.
Resources are being placed in 187 businesses across northeast Kansas.
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SharkFarmer TV is the brainchild of Rob Sharkey, a 5th-generation farmer from Illinois. He shares the stories of incredible people in agriculture—both their successes and perhaps a few blunders along the way. You’ll see aerial footage of the field just as the drone crashes into a barn—and hear the story behind it all.