Report: U.S. and China reach partial deal, trade truce possible
Updated:(Bloomberg News) - The U.S. and China reached a partial agreement Friday that would broker a truce in the trade war and lay the groundwork for a broader deal that Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping could sign later this year.
Some Welcome News for Corn Farmers
Just-signed Japan deal secures second largest corn export market for U.S. farmers.
AARP Live Minute: Protection Against Cruise Scams
In this AARP Live Minute: Sarah Jennings looks at ways to protect against cruise scams.
Soybean Harvest Recommendations
October 11, 2019 When optimum moisture content achievement a challenge, taking dockage is sometimes the better option. For harvest time, thirteen percent is the optimum moisture content for soybeans. But, since it can be tough to hit the thirteen percent benchmark, some experts say it may be more profitable, to take dockage.
October Winter Storm Bears Down on Northern Plains
The northern plains get ready to hunker down for freezing temperatures as a fall blizzard – with the likelihood of up to two feet of snow! – takes aim.
NIAA and Antibiotics Stewardship
The National Institute for Animal Agriculture points to the nation's pig farmers as a demonstration of how the proper use of antibiotics keeps both humans and animals healthy.
Food Label Disputes Continue to Rage
Dairy products on grocery store shelvesPlant-based alternatives in the dairy and meat industries continue to provoke disputes over how those products should be labeled.
Social Security checks to see another increase in 2020
The Social Security Administration announced Thursday that 2020's cost-of-living adjustment will be 1.6 percent, a slight increase from the 1.4 percent average over the past decade.
Beijing Taps Pork Reserves to Make up for Short-Falls as Trade Talks Continue
With soaring prices back home due to a national hog herd ravaged by disease, Beijing is under pressure to reach a deal in U.S. trade talks.
Hank Williams' grandson makes Grand Ole Opry debut
Sam Williams, 22, is officially following in the footsteps of his grandfather Hank Williams and his father Hank Williams Jr.
FFA Through the Years
National FFA OrganizationFor almost a century, the National FFA Organization has been preparing future generations for the challenges of feeding the growing American population through agricultural education.
Korea finishes ASF cull while China replenishes herds
China flies in over 900 breeding pigs from Denmark to replenish their herd. Reuters reports this is the first import of live breeding stock since the first African Swine Fever outbreak last year. Reuters reports, the virus wiped out more than half of China's herds, while official government reports estimate losses at much less. Many Chinese producers are building new farms and restocking herds that were previously infected. Meanwhile, Korea finishes culling hogs infected with Africa...
Freeze a concern for the Northern Plains
Delayed plantings now have farmers racing to get crops in the bin before the first batch of snow hits the ground. According to Politico, weather analysts say the Midwest could see colder air coming from the Siberian connection instead of from the North Pole. In Chicago, trader Ted Seifreid of Zaner Ag Hedge says its definitely a weather market. “...this isn't an early event, its just the magnitude of the event, the amount of snow we are talking about, and the damage that can ...
Lower Corn and Soy Product Due To Severe Weather
The Minneapolis Federal Reserve confirms lower corn and soybean production this year. The bank covers 6 states in the Midwest and expects to see soybean production decline by 26 percent, compared to the national drop of 20 percent. Corn fairs slightly better with a projected 10 percent drop from last year compared to 4 percent nationally. The bank says producers have suffered under severe weather that caused record planting delays and that soybeans have taken an additional hit from ...
Alternative Proteins Not A Threat
As alternative protein products gain popularity, meat producers worry it could cut into demand. However, a Farm Bureau official says the additional products won’t disrupt demand. Michael Clements reports.
Trade hopes tempered as Chinese firms blacklisted
U.S. and China temper hopes of a possible deal ahead of trade talks. According to the south China morning post, the Chinese delegation may cut its trip short. Negotiators were scheduled to arrive in the capital on Thursday. If no progress is made, U.S. tariffs on $250 billion dollars worth of Chinese goods are slated to rise to 30% from 25% on October 15th. This marks the 13th round of talks between the global powers since last year. According to Politico, while the President has no...
Stop Fiddling with the Food! And Other Common Cooking Tips
Sometimes it’s the things we should STOP doing in the kitchen that can make the biggest difference.
Market Disruptions From Tyson Plant Fading Away
It has been seven weeks since the Holcomb, Kansas, Tyson plant fire and cattle futures markets are mostly back to business as usual. That's according to Oklahoma State University economist Dr. Darren Peel. He says the fire caused a dramatic ripple effect from the loss of fresh beef in the wholesale market. In response, The choice boxed cutout jumped more than $23 to $239.87 at its peak. But the cash feeder market dropped on long-term uncertainty with fed cattle taking the biggest hit...
Farming; It's a Family Business
From raising children and cattle to industry challenges, one rancher wouldn't have it another way. The Arkansas Farm Bureau shares the lifestyle of a livestock producer.
Cold Weather Has Big Impact on Grain
Forecasters predict winter weather will descend into the northern plains and the northwestern corn belt this week. Economist Arlan Suderman, with INTL FCStone warns a freeze event could lower corn yields once the kernel's starch line is only halfway to the black layer. This could be one of the most challenging harvest seasons in quite some time for U.S. farmers. Considering how much of the nation's corn crop was planted extremely late after the wet spring, Suderman says we could be l...
Trade War Snags Farm Exports
Harvest is underway, marking the second year for farmers bringing in crops with uncertain export opportunities. U.S. Commerce Department data shows agricultural exports are nearly $8 billion dollars behind pre-trade war levels. Sales to China represent the bulk of the loss coming in at $6.7 billion dollars. Soybean stocks have also doubled from last year to a record high level. With negotiations underway, some optimism has come in the form of renewed soybean and pork purchases from C...
Reactions to Japan Trade Positive
Several in farm country applaud President Trump's U.S. Japan trade deal. The announcement is a welcome win for the heartland as other trade agendas stall in congress. Details are still coming in, but according to the preliminary deal, Japan will eliminate or reduce tariffs on $7.2 billion dollars worth of U.S. farm goods. Farmers have been operating at a disadvantage in Japan since the White House backed out of the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement. The new pact with the island nat...
JBS Removes Additive To Increase Pork Exports
JBS removes ractopamine from its U.S. pork supply in an effort to increase export opportunities to China as African Swine Fever slashes herds. Ractopamine, an FDA-approved feed supplement, is used in production to raise leaner pork. The meat-packer banned the feed additive in its Brazilian production systems last year. JBS competitors, like Smithfield, have already pulled the drug from its production.
Testing THC In Hemp
There's plenty of ‘hemp hype’ in farm country, but there have been some challenges, including making sure the THC level stays low enough to keep it legal. Politico reports the legal threshold is 0.3 percent; anything above that classifies the crop as marijuana. Hemp growers are calling for a national testing standard on measuring THC. USDA says it will release federal guidelines for hemp ahead of the 2020 growing season.
Human Noise Impacts National Parks
National Parks have remarkable natural soundscapes, but human-caused noise poses a threat. Colorado State University teams up with the U.S. National Park Service to understand why.
Meat Industry Sues California
The North American Meat Institute has filed a lawsuit against the state of California, to block enforcement of the voter-approved, "Proposition 12." The measure requires farmers, who market in the state, provide more space for animals being raised for food. The North American Meat Institute, whose members include processors such as Tyson Foods and retailers including Walmart, said enforcing Proposition 12 would hurt producers and consumers by significantly increasing their ...
Modernizing the Endangered Species Act
More agricultural groups get on board with new endangered species legislation. The National Cotton Council has more on the draft bills that could modernize the act.
Harvest Floods A Concern
Flooding affected spring planting this year, and now, it could make harvest a challenge too. DTN Senior Ag Meteorologist Bryce Anderson says he has seen ‘firsthand’ what’s going on and thinks it will impact farmers working to get crops out of the field. He also worries a lot of precipitation this winter could mean challenges ahead of next spring. He says the peak flood levels have likely passed in most areas, but there's still too much water overwhelming farm count...
Mexico's USMCA Labor Promises
A top Mexican official promises the country intends to fully implement their landmark labor reform law under the U.S.-Mexico-Canada-Agreement. Government leaders hope it will ease house democrats' concern they're not allocating enough money in their budget to do so. Mexican Undersecretary for North America, Jesus Seade, tells Politico that Mexico isn't cutting the labor enforcement budget, but will propose a 33-percent cut to its labor department. But he tells Politico it's impossibl...
USDA Secretary Perdue In Studio
USDA Secretary Sonny Perdue came by the RFD-TV studio this morning to discuss trade deals, ethanol reform, and calls for a fair cattle market.
Ellen Encourages Viewers To Eat Less Meat
Talk show host Ellen DeGeneres encourages her 77 million followers to eat less meat. Cattlemen call the controversial comment “misinformed." Washington Representative, Dan Newhouse, reminds the public this type of 'call to action' can have major implications on commodities. Several ag groups reached out to Ellen, requesting to come on her show and talk to her about the livestock industry.
Beginning Farmers Face Challenges
Farmers just coming into the game experience challenges. A new USDA report shows farmers with less than 10 years of experience struggle with financing the operation and gaining access to land and equipment. They are likely to work off the farm, they earn less income, and have more debt than established farmers.
Pelosi: USMCA Up To Trump
The calls to pass U.S. Mexico Canada Trade Agreement continue, despite the buzz of an impeachment inquiry. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says the two subjects have nothing to do with each other. She says the chamber is "awaiting the language on enforceability" adding that move is up to the President. In response, President Donald Trump calls the Democrat's efforts to address high drug prices in the trade deal "political cover." According to Politico, the administrat...
U.S. touts dairy product to Chinese hog farmers fighting swine fever
Lots of pigsCHICAGO (Reuters) - When Beijing announced it was exempting 16 U.S. goods from retaliatory tariffs, Chinese firms hurried to call Proliant Dairy Ingredients in the heart of American farm country. Among the products included in China’s first batch of exemptions last month was whey permeate for animal feed, a dairy byproduct sold by Iowa-based Proliant. While seen as a goodwill gesture ahead of talks to end the U.S.-China trade war, the exemption from a 25% retaliatory tariff im...
Trump administration unveils new biofuel plan
BioFuel on TrainWASHINGTON/NEW YORK (Reuters) - The Trump administration on Friday will unveil a plan to boost U.S. biofuels demand as it seeks the support of farmers in next year’s election, four sources briefed on the matter told Reuters...
Chick-fil-A Ranked Slowest Drive Thru
More and more people are heading to the drive-thru, leading to longer wait times. We spend an average of 255 seconds in the drive-thru lane in 2019, 20 seconds longer than the year before.
Dolly Parton Celebrates 50 Years as a Grand Ole Opry Member
Dolly Parton on stage at the Grand Ole OprySpecial Opry appearances and exhibits this week will mark the historic occasion.
More Details Ahead of Potential Biofuel Announcement
More details are coming in ahead of a potential biofuel announcement. Reuters reports the deal may authorize the environmental protection agency to use partial refinery waivers a move to help farmers and boost ethanol consumption. Other provisions include: boosting blend quotas, increasing e-15 access at the pumps, and removing price caps for blending credits. Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds invited President Trump to the state to make the announcement. According to multiple reports, the...
"Flash Drought" Worsening Across Southern US
ATLANTA (AP) — More than 45 million people across 14 Southern states are now in the midst of what’s being called a “flash drought” that’s cracking farm soil, drying up ponds and raising the risk of wildfires, scientists said Thursday.
Improving Poultry Safety With Lasers and Yucca
U.S. poultry has new research that aims to improve food safety and poultry production. The first study by Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University is using yucca plant extract on poultry products to reduce salmonella and other bacteria on chicken. The plant could be an all-natural way to improve food safety during processing. The second study by Iowa State University is installing lasers in poultry barns to encourage more movement. Similar to lasers used to play with pets the ...
USDA Invests $11M In Specialty Crop Research
WASHINGTON, Oct. 3, 2019 – U.S. Department of Agriculture Deputy Under Secretary Scott Hutchins announced today that the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) has invested $11 million in research that will support specialty crop farmers. “This collaborative public-private research effort will focus on applying innovative solutions to pest management problems that often are otherwise not available to specialty crop farmers,” said Hutchins, who leads ...
Growth in Opioid Supply As Overdose Rates Rise
As much as 74 percent of farmers have been directly impacted by the opioid crisis and a new report shows a huge growth in painkiller supply, even as overdose rates rise. The inspector general says the DEA approved a 400-percent increase in oxycodone output between 2002 and 2013. The DEA argues drug companies need to be allowed to make enough narcotic painkillers to help patients who need legitimate assistance. The Justice Department says the DEA is not investigating those who work w...
Bayer Looking At Dicamba Complaints
Bayer says Dicamba complaints are down in 2019 overall but Illinois has a record number of cases. The state's 590 complaints are up from 330 in 2018 and 246 in 2017. For other states, complaints trend down over the past two years. Bayer's Crop Science President says the company is looking into what's happening in Illinois. He says farmers had the date to apply Dicamba extended from June 30th to July 15th. Since weather delays caused many farmers to plant late this could be part of th...
Dutch Farmers Protest Climate Change Blame
Dutch farmers clog highways to protest politicians labeling them as a climate change problem. More than 22 hundred farmers joined the protest in the Hague, a major city in the Netherlands. A recent commission report blames livestock operations for a rise in emissions and recommends cutting animal production by 50 percent. Farmers argue cities are larger polluters than livestock operations. It was not just farmers who took to the streets to protest; children in a farm community headed...
Analyst: China Likely To Wait Until 2020 To Conclude Trade War
China buys more U.S. pork and soybeans. New weekly export sales data shows 1.56 million metric tons of soybeans and 3500 metric tons of pork. Those numbers come from the week ending September 26th. USDA shares some private sales activity this week, including another 252,000 metric tons announced today. New purchases and next week's trade talks have renewed optimism the U.S. China dispute will end soon but one Rabo agri-finance analyst doesn't agree. Steve Nicholson says he thinks Chin...
Chris Stapleton to Host KY Benefit Concert
Concert for Kentucky – Chris Stapleton, Willie Nelson, Sheryl Crow, Yola100% of the concert’s net proceeds will go toward Stapleton’s Outlaw State of Kind Hometown Fund, to benefit organizations impacting KY.
Cali Dairy Farmers Closer To Methane Reduction Goal
California dairy farmers get closer to reaching their methane reduction goal with new funding. An additional 102-million-dollars was awarded to support methane reduction projects now totaling to 206-million-dollars in all. There are 229 projects in total. The California Department of Food and Ag estimates 2.2 million metric tons of greenhouse gases will be reduced each year, which equates to 25-percent of the states 2013 inventory for livestock and dairy manure methane emissions. The...
Ag Groups In Favor Of Foot And Mouth Vaccine Bank
Agriculture groups urge the USDA to move forward with the 2018 Farm Bill's foot and mouth disease vaccine bank. RFD-TV's Corryn La Rue reports from Washington.
Gillibrand Asks To Investigate Produce Price Imbalance
A U.S. Lawmaker asks USDA to investigate an imbalance in produce prices. In a letter to the USDA, New York Senator Kirsten Gillibrand says between 2012 and 2017 returns for specialty crop growers remained the same while wholesale shares increased. Some say competition from Canada plus higher U.S. wages could contribute to the disparity. United Fresh says increasing consumption is key to raising prices paid to farmers.
WTO Rules In Favor of US; Paving Way For Tariffs on EU Goods
LONDON/BRUSSELS/GENEVA (Reuters) - The United States won approval on Wednesday to slap import tariffs on $7.5 billion worth of European goods over illegal EU subsidies handed to Airbus, threatening to trigger a tit-for-tat transatlantic trade war as the global economy falters. The decision by the World Trade Organization pushes a 15-year corporate dispute over illegal support for transatlantic plane giants to the center of caustic world trade relations and comes on top of a tariff ...
Antimicrobial Resistance Threatens Livestock
A rising trend in antimicrobial resistance threatens livestock production in low-income countries. According to a University Of Zurich study, high rates of antimicrobial resistance in animals were found in underdeveloped regions across northeast China, northern India, Iran, Turkey, and southern Brazil. Scientists say developing countries are also at risk. The research team says their open access web platform could help target interventions against the resistance and assist a transit...
Finished Biofuel Package Could Be Released This Week
A finished biofuel package could be released this week. Sources tell Reuters, the Trump administration is "close" to finalizing the details and the President could sign it as early as Friday. They say the policy change won’t include a price cap for blending credits, a decision, that should make farm groups happy following the 31 small refinery exemptions in August. The White House and the Environmental Protection Agency haven’t commented on the latest timeline ...
Chamber of Commerce Urges Congress to Pass USMCA
Members of Congress are back in their districts this week, and the Chamber Of Commerce is pushing them to speak with constituents about passing the U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement before Thanksgiving.
Meat Packer Admits To Bribing Inspectors
Corruption confessions send Brazil's top meatpacker's shares down. Reuters reports, BRF admits to bribing federal food inspectors with more than 4 and a half million dollars in bank deposits and health benefits. Officials launched an investigation into the company last fall. After the news broke, BRF's shares dropped more than one and a half percent.
Court Halts Wheat Manipulation
A Chicago court rules against giant food corporations in a censorship case. Earlier this year, Kraft Foods and Mondelez were accused of making a $5 and half-million profit by manipulating the wheat market to drive down prices in 2011. The companies sued the Commodity Futures Trading Commission for breaching a gag order, however, a panel of judges threw out the case saying the public comments were legal. CFTC and the companies reached "a binding agreement." in the case.
Organic Farmers Fairing Slightly Better During Trade Wars
Organic farmers across the country say they may be fairing better than their conventional neighbors who have suffered during the trade war, but they aren't totally immune from rocky markets. There are many reasons farmers have switched 5 million acres of production to organic in recent years, but they often boil down to one thing. Annie Schwagel, a Minnesota farmer, grows food grain corn and soybeans, as well as wheat and field peas on her Minnesota farm, and she says her shift to or...
Farmer's Mental Health A Focus
The number of farmers taking their own lives continues to rise at a staggering rate. The Georgia Farm Monitor's John Holcomb visits with an expert, to explain why farmers are more vulnerable, and what's being done to help them.
South Korea Increases Biosecurity as Typhoon Nears
South Korea tightens biosecurity measures as the country braces for Typhoon Mitag. Producers worry the system will interrupt feed imports, and spread the virus among herds. The country has seen a spike in cases after an ASF case was found in a North Korea border town last month. Government officials increased border controls and temporarily closed slaughterhouses near the infected region. Forecasters expect the storm system to make landfall this week. As previously reported, in an e...
Rally for Fair Cattle Prices Tomorrow
Nebraska cattle producers are invited to a rally tomorrow as a call to President Donald Trump to ensure fair cattle prices. The "Stop The Stealin" rally, hosted by the Organization Of Competitive Markets, will take place in Omaha, NE. The idea came together after the Tyson fire in Holcomb, Kansas. One man says the independent cattle producers are having a tough time and the rally will focus on some key points. The rally will be held tomorrow from 9:30 to 4. The National Ca...
Dairy Closes As Finances Investigated
Pennsylvania based dairy, Trickling Springs Creamery, closed its doors amidst a state investigation into its finances. The dairy is currently under investigation for selling over 7 million dollars in promissory notes to investors from 2015 to 2017. Allegations say these notes were sold to at least 110 investors across the U.S., and TSC failed to provide required financial statements. TSC executives Philip Reil, and co-founders Gerald Byers, Elvin Martin, and Dale Martin also allege...
China Pegs More Soy Purchases, But Trade War Still Hurts.
China pegs more soybean purchases from the U.S. Agricensus reports Chinese authorities gave seven companies a third exemption from tariffs. The market sources say total volume could be between 1 and 2 million metric tons, but no exact figures are confirmed. This is in addition to the last two rounds which are estimated at 3-4.5 million metric tons. While China exempts some soy from tariffs the trade war is hurting ag exports. Politico says replacing the Asian nation is nearly impossi...
Crop Progress Report Shows Harvest Behind Schedule
Combines aren't rolling at their usual pace with harvest progress behind for corn, soybeans and spring wheat. Excess rainfall and early snow in the north cause challenges for wheat growers while corn and soybean growers deal with either wet fields or crops that aren't mature enough to harvest.
Special RURAL AMERICA LIVE with World Soybean Record Winner Randy Dowdy
Randy Dowdy - World Record Winner!On a special edition of RURAL AMERICA LIVE, Brian and Darren Hefty visit with Randy Dowdy, who has set the new world record for soybean yield at 190.23 bushels per acre using Hefty Brand Soybeans 49X7S.
Let's Play Hockey!
The NHL could be on the way to its version of “Are You Ready For Some Football?”. The league is announcing a two-year partnership with well-known band that includes an opening song for NBC Sports’ “Wednesday Night Hockey.”
Converting at A-2 Milk
Declining milk prices and profit margins are driving one Michigan dairy farm to switch from conventional milk to 'a-2 milk.' The Michigan Farm Bureau reports on the reason Mooville Dairy is making the change.
New FDA Guidelines for Animal Drugs
The Food And Drug Administration proposes new guidelines for conditional approval of animal drugs. According to the Hagstrom Report, the draft guidelines are meant to help get medications that address serious diseases conditional approval. Until recently only new medications intended for minor use in major species were eligible. The expansion could incentivize drug development and provide veterinarians with alternative treatment options.
Labor Shortages Make H2A Visas A Priority
As labor shortages plague the heartland, changes to the H-2A visa program becomes a high priority for Congress this fall. According to a recent study: the number of guest worker applications is up 11% in 2019. Employers want a new program to be more efficient, raise the cap of the number of workers, and slower wage growth. In 2016, 69% of farm workers were from Mexico, 25% in the U.S. or Puerto Rico, and 6% from Central America. Half were legally authorized workers. Ag sectors with ...
Dems Work Towards USMCA as States Push Back
The United States-Mexico-Canada AgreementHouse Democrats reconcile with the U.S. Trade Representative over concerns with the U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement. Agri-Pulse reports the lawmakers have given their latest version of changes to Ambassador Lighthizer. House Ways and Means Chairman Richard Neal says they've reached on agreement on some substantial issues and he expects a vote on the deal later this year. Last week's hour-long meeting came before a two-week recess for the house, but lawmakers say they will work through t...
Trouble in the Timber Industry
The Arkansas timber & wood products industry is entering a slowdown signaled by the closing of 2 mills. While local communities will feel the effects, experts don't expect this period to be as severe as the recession in 2006. The Arkansas Farm Bureau has more.
ASF Now Threatens Australia and Hungary
African Swine Fever keeps spreading overseas and American officials work to keep it outside our borders. The disease is now only 400 miles from Australia. According to an Australian T.V. network, officials found new cases in Timor-Lester in smallholder pig farms. Also over the weekend, Hungarian officials reported five new cases found in wild boar carcasses near Budapest. The cause of contamination in both countries is still unknown but many expect it came from visitors who arrived f...
Winter Storm Emergency Declared in Montana
(Reuters) - It looked like midwinter in the northern Rocky Mountains on Sunday as a major storm dumped record snowfall of over 3 feet (91 cm) in places and hard-hit Montana declared a state of emergency to clear blocked roads. An extra 1 to 2 feet (30-61 cm) of snow was expected overnight, with winter storm warnings in effect for western Montana and the mountains of northern Washington and northern Idaho. Snow was also expected in areas of California, Nevada, Wyoming, Oregon and Id...
Elk Knocks Woman Down Near Rocky Mountain National Park
Wildlife officials in Colorado are warning people to keep their distance from elk during their mating season after a bull charged people, knocked a woman down and repeatedly butted her with its antlers. Video shows the elk running toward people Thursday near the visitor center in Estes Park near Rocky Mountain National Park.
Generations of Champions at Fair Bake-Off
One of the highlights of the Oklahoma State Fair is the Best Of Wheat Baking Contest, sponsored by the Oklahoma Wheat Commission. Don Atkinson reports how the contest brings together grand champions from all generations. Find them online at wheatsquared.com.
Growing Wheat For Beer
Barley is an important backbone of beer. One farmer grows this very special crop for malting, which is then used in brewing beer. The North Carolina Farm Bureau has more.
Food Aid Funds Held Back
Unused food aid funds spark backlash among U.S. lawmakers. According to the Hagstrom Report, $2 billion of the $4 and half-billion dollar annual budget is unspent. During a hearing, U.S. aid leaders told lawmakers the Bureau holds back some funds for weather events. But democratic representatives argue withholding aid from global communities in need is "illegal". A U.S. aid director says the organization will "follow the law" and use the funds for global food aid.
Rep. Dye: USMCA a "Good Deal"
A final U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement idles on Capitol Hill. Democrats want more changes to environment and labor provisions. As we previously reported - President Trump cast doubt about getting a vote in Congress, but U.S. Trade Representative Lighthizer maintains it will be passed. Washington State Representative Mary Dye calls the agreement "a good deal" adding the ag industry will benefit once it is approved. Dye notes many northwest commodities will benefit under the U...
Soybean Producers React To Japan Deal
The United States and Japan reach a trade agreement, further opening markets for both countries, and putting the U.S. on a level playing field with global competitors. American Soybean Association President, Davie Stephens, joined us to talk about what this deal means for U.S. soy producers and what he expects to see moving forward.
From Denim to Dairy
An old denim mill in a small Texas town has been converted to a dairy processing plant. The Texas Farm Bureau explains how this will bring jobs to the local economy and will offer dairy farmers a place to take their milk.
New Exhibit Honors Bryants’ Songwriting Legacy
We Could: The Songwriting Artistry of Boudleaux and Felice BryantWe Could: The Songwriting Artistry of Boudleaux and Felice Bryant opens at The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
New Bill Makes Rural Mental Health A Priority
A U.S. Senator announces a bill to help farmers manage their mental health. Senator Jon Tester's measure would provide the Department Of Agriculture employees voluntary stress management training, create a partnership with the Department Of Health for a $3 million dollar public awareness campaign, and direct the agriculture secretary to create a mental health task force.' Data from the Centers for Disease Control shows the suicide rate is 45 percent higher in rural America than in u...
Impeachment Overshadows Biofuel Concerns
Ethanol leaders call for President Trump's immediate action on biofuel issues, but some worry an impeachment inquiry could delay a pending reform plan. Over the past two weeks, the President hosted officials from both industries working on a 'giant fix' to the continued refinery waivers handed out by the EPA, but the White House released no details after those meetings. With the UN General Assembly in New York this week and a new impeachment inquiry, ethanol advocates worry their con...
Durango® Boots Official Presenting Sponsor for RFD-TV's THE AMERICAN Rodeo
RFD-TV’s THE AMERICAN presented by Durango® BootsThe three-year exclusive partnership strengthens Durango’s commitment to western sports.
Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) and Rural Media Group (RMG) Announce Multi-Year Agreement
The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) and Rural Media Group (RMG) have announced a multi-year agreement which will see the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo (NFR) move to The Cowboy Channel (TCC) and RFD-TV beginning in 2020. PRCA CEO, George Taylor and RFD-TV Founder and President, Patrick Gottsch, spoke more...
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Country's Family Reunion
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RURAL AMERICA LIVE with Total Feeds
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Small Town, Big Deal
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Texas Bucket List
Our goal is to feature the stops, hear the stories, and meet the people that are quintessential to the story of Texas. From Old West to modern marvels – this is “The Texas Bucket List.”
Our goal is to feature the stops, hear the stories, and meet the people that are quintessential to the story of Texas. From Old West to modern marvels – this is “The Texas Bucket List.”
Debbe Dunning's Dude Ranch Round-Up
Debbe Dunning's Dude Ranch Round-Up
Debbe Dunning's Dude Ranch Roudup
Debbe Dunning's Dude Ranch Roudup
Strap on your spurs and saddle up for a travel adventure with actress Debbe Dunning (formerly Heidi the Tool Time girl from TV favorite "Home Improvement") as she travels the U.S. and showcases the best dude ranches in the country!
Strap on your spurs and saddle up for a travel adventure with actress Debbe Dunning (formerly Heidi the Tool Time girl from TV favorite "Home Improvement") as she travels the U.S. and showcases the best dude ranches in the country!
Corn Warriors
Corn Warriors
Corn Warriors
Corn Warriors
Follow the journeys of five farmers as they struggle to turn a profit with their own operations while competing with one another for a coveted award for the highest yield per acre.
Thursday – 5 PM ET | 4 PM CT | 3 PM MT | 2 PM PT – Follow the journeys of five farmers as they struggle to turn a profit with their own operations while competing with one another for a coveted award for the highest yield per acre.
Washington Grown
Washington Grown
Washington Grown
Washington Grown
Washington’s only farm-to-table TV program! We travel throughout the state in search of the story behind the food – whether out in the field or inside the kitchen!
Washington’s only farm-to-table TV program! We travel throughout the state in search of the story behind the food – whether out in the field or inside the kitchen!
Larry's Country Diner
Larry's Country Diner
Larry's Country Diner
Join host Larry Black, along with Keith Bilbrey, Sheriff Jimmy Capps, Waitress Renae, and Nadine as they welcome another stellar musical guest to the diner!
Join host Larry Black, along with Keith Bilbrey, Sheriff Jimmy Capps, Waitress Renae, and Nadine, as they welcome another stellar musical guest to the diner!
Positively Paula
Positively Paula
Positively Paula - Paula Deen
Positively Paula - Paula Deen
Filmed inside her own personal kitchen, Deen shares her home, family, friends, food, recipes, stories, memories, and above all, her heart. For Deen, food is all about memories, tradition, and sharing. She believes that it’s what brings us all together, connects us, teaches us, and most of all it inspires us.
Filmed inside her own personal kitchen, Deen shares her home, family, friends, food, recipes, stories, memories, and above all, her heart. For Deen, food is all about memories, tradition, and sharing. She believes that it’s what brings us all together, connects us, teaches us, and most of all it inspires us.
Chasing Down Madison Brown
Chasing Down Madison Brown
Chasing Down Madison Brown
Chasing Down Madison Brown
Madison’s unique and adventurous upbringing meant life on a tour bus, where each new stop brought new adventures. Whether it’s movie stars, music stars, superstar athletes, or small town dives, you never know what she might be doing or where you might be going when you start “Chasing Down Madison Brown.”
Madison’s unique and adventurous upbringing meant life on a tour bus, where each new stop brought new adventures. Whether it’s movie stars, music stars, superstar athletes, or small town dives, you never know what she might be doing or where you might be going when you start “Chasing Down Madison Brown.”
The Bluegrass Trail
The Bluegrass Trail
Bluegrass Trail
Bluegrass Trail
Time honored songs, performed by some of the greatest Bluegrass artists in the USA, presented for the very first time. It’s a celebration of this nation’s musical roots, right here on our Nashville stage!
Time honored songs, performed by some of the greatest Bluegrass artists in the USA, presented for the very first time. It’s a celebration of this nation’s musical roots, right here on our Nashville stage!
The Dailey & Vincent Show
The Dailey & Vincent Show
Dailey & Vincent
Dailey & Vincent
“The Dailey & Vincent Show” is a weekly 30 minute music, entertainment and lifestyles show featuring musical performances, guest segments, cooking and humor. Guests on the show have included Vince Gill, Dan Tyminski, The Oak Ridge Boys, and Jimmy Fortune of the Statler Brothers, among other famed country and bluegrass acts.
“The Dailey & Vincent Show” is a weekly 30 minute music, entertainment and lifestyles show featuring musical performances, guest segments, cooking and humor. Guests on the show have included Vince Gill, Dan Tyminski, The Oak Ridge Boys, and Jimmy Fortune of the Statler Brothers, among other famed country and bluegrass acts.
Successful Farming
Successful Farming
Machinery Show
Machinery Show
Viewers meet some of the most innovative and resourceful producers in agriculture. Not only do they share their inspired ideas, they'll tell you what they'd do differently if they had it to do over again.
Viewers meet some of the most innovative and resourceful producers in agriculture. Not only do they share their inspired ideas, they'll tell you what they'd do differently if they had it to do over again.
Western Sports Weekly
Western Sports Weekly
Western Sports Weekly
Western Sports Weekly
Stay up-to-date on the latest news and find out what's happening around the western sports world.
Stay up-to-date on the latest news and find out what's happening around the western sports world.
Ag PhD
Ag PhD
AgPhd
Tuesdays – 8PM ET – Topics covered by the Hefty Bros. include: Harvest Loss Calculator. Applying Pre-Emerge Residual Herbicides in the Fall. Nitrogen Applications in the Fall.
Tuesdays – 8PM ET – Topics covered by the Hefty Bros. include: Harvest Loss Calculator. Applying Pre-Emerge Residual Herbicides in the Fall. Nitrogen Applications in the Fall.
FFA Today
FFA Today
FFA Today
FFA Today
MONDAYS – 7 PM ET | 6 PM CT | 5 PM MT | 4 PM PT – Check out FFA Today, a fun and fast-paced show featuring fascinating stories about amazing kids and unique agriculture industries. FFA helps prepare students for careers in the science, business and technology areas of agriculture. It functions as part of a school's agricultural education program, helping to combine rigorous academic instruction with relevant hands-on experience.
MONDAYS – 7 PM ET | 6 PM CT | 5 PM MT | 4 PM PT – Check out FFA Today, a fun and fast-paced show featuring fascinating stories about amazing kids and unique agriculture industries. FFA helps prepare students for careers in the science, business and technology areas of agriculture. It functions as part of a school's agricultural education program, helping to combine rigorous academic instruction with relevant hands-on experience.
100th Annual Cody Stampede Rodeo
100th Annual Cody Stampede Rodeo
Cody Stampeded Rodeo
Cody Stampeded Rodeo
It's the 100th annual Cody Stampede Rodeo! The world's largest and richest one round rodeo from Cody, WY.
It's the 100th annual Cody Stampede Rodeo! The world's largest and richest one round rodeo from Cody, WY.
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with UNMC
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with UNMC
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with UNMC
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with UNMC
Mon, Aug 19 – 8 PM ET | 7 PM CT | 6 PM MT | 5 PM PT – Learn how creating a Critical Access Hospital could make a big difference in healthcare for your community.
Mon, Aug 19 – 8 PM ET | 7 PM CT | 6 PM MT | 5 PM PT – Learn how creating a Critical Access Hospital could make a big difference in healthcare for your community.
Live at Billy Bob's Texas
Live at Billy Bob's Texas
Live at Billy Bob's Texas
Live at Billy Bob's Texas
Live on-stage performances, exclusive interviews, one offs from up-and-comers and intimate backstage acoustic serenades – from icons like Willie Nelson and David Allan Coe to newer artists like Shooter Jennings – at “The World’s Largest Honky Tonk.”
Live on-stage performances, exclusive interviews, one offs from up-and-comers and intimate backstage acoustic serenades – from icons like Willie Nelson and David Allan Coe to newer artists like Shooter Jennings – at “The World’s Largest Honky Tonk.”
First Annual Wild Spayed Filly Futurity, Part 4
First Annual Wild Spayed Filly Futurity, Part 4
Wild Spayed Filly Futurity
Wild Spayed Filly Futurity
Mon, Jul 29 – 8 PM ET | 7 PM CT | 6 PM MT | 5 PM PT – This unique event features twelve horses chosen from wild herds that were sold and invited back one year later to compete for a purse of $25,000.
Mon, Jul 29 – 8 PM ET | 7 PM CT | 6 PM MT | 5 PM PT – This unique event features twelve horses chosen from wild herds that were sold and invited back one year later to compete for a purse of $25,000.
"Honky Tonk Ranch" - Featuring the Bellamy Brothers
"Honky Tonk Ranch" - Featuring the Bellamy Brothers
Honky Tonk Ranch – featuring the Bellamy Brothers
Follow the unpredictable misadventures of the Bellamy Brothers, as they attempt to balance their globe-trotting touring schedule while running their sprawling family ranch in south Florida.
Sundays on The Cowboy Channel! – 8:30 PM ET | 7:30 PM CT | 6:30 PM MT | 5:30 PM PT – Follow the unpredictable misadventures the Bellamys face balancing their globe-trotting touring schedule while running their sprawling family ranch in south Florida.
Cinch High School Rodeo Tour
Cinch High School Rodeo Tour
Cinch High School Rodeo Tour
Sundays – 12:30 PM ET | 11:30 AM CT | 10:30 AM MT | 9:30 AM PT – The NHSRA has partnered with Cinch Jeans and Shirts to bring you the CinchTown NHSRA Tour, a fast-paced program filled with today's most talented Junior High and High School cowboys and cowgirls.
TONIGHT! – 12:30 PM ET | 11:30 AM CT | 10:30 AM MT | 9:30 AM PT – Arizona High School Rodeo Finals from Payson Event Center, Payson, AZ (Part 1)
First Annual Wild Spayed Filly Futurity, Part 1
First Annual Wild Spayed Filly Futurity, Part 1
Wild Spayed Filly Futurity
Wild Spayed Filly Futurity
WATCH RIGHT HERE ONLINE! – This unique event features twelve horses chosen from wild herds that were sold and invited back one year later to compete for a purse of $25,000.
WATCH RIGHT HERE ONLINE! – This unique event features twelve horses chosen from wild herds that were sold and invited back one year later to compete for a purse of $25,000.
It's a Memorial Day Best of Marty Stuart Marathon!
It's a Memorial Day Best of Marty Stuart Marathon!
The Marty Stuart Show
The Marty Stuart Show
We've got the very best episodes of the Marty Stuart show cued up to take the place of “Market Day Report” and “Rural America Live.”
We've got the very best episodes of the Marty Stuart show cued up to take the place of “Market Day Report” and “Rural America Live.”
Equestrian Nation
Equestrian Nation
Equestrian Nation
Created by professionals who are horsemen themselves, Equestrian Nation is a program featuring stories about the scores of different equine breeds and disciplines from all around the world. This magazine-style show comes from the producers of the highly celebrated, long-running television series, HorseWorld, and boasts the same high quality production.
Created by professionals who are horsemen themselves, Equestrian Nation is a program featuring stories about the scores of different equine breeds and disciplines from all around the world. This magazine-style show comes from the producers of the highly celebrated, long-running television series, HorseWorld, and boasts the same high quality production.
Road to The American
Road to The American
Road to THE AMERICAN
Wednesdays – 8 PM ET | 7 PM CT | 6 PM MT | 5 PM PT – Get a recap of last week's winners, highlights, and events for RFD-TV's The American.
Wednesdays – 8 PM ET | 7 PM CT | 6 PM MT | 5 PM PT – Get a recap of last week's winners, highlights, and events for RFD-TV's The American.
Gaither Gospel Hour with Joey + Rory
Gaither Gospel Hour with Joey + Rory
Gaither Gospel Hour with Joey + Rory
Hosted by Bill Gaither, Joey + Rory singing their favorite hymns and discuss the strength which these timeless songs provided to them during their very difficult struggle.
Today on RFD-TV. Hosted by Bill Gaither, Joey + Rory singing their favorite hymns and discuss the strength which these timeless songs provided to them during their very difficult struggle.
Simply Southern
Simply Southern
Simply Southern
Simply Southern
Explore “Alabama the Beautiful,” in this new series focused on agriculture, gardening, rural lifestyle, and rural youth programs.
Explore “Alabama the Beautiful,” in this new series focused on agriculture, gardening, rural lifestyle, and rural youth programs.
Country and Gospel Legends Team Up
Country and Gospel Legends Team Up
Gaither Specials: Country Roots and Gospel Favorites and A Few Good Men
Thu, Jan 25 – 6:30 PM ET | 5:30 PM CT | 4:30 PM MT | 3:30 PM PT – The Gatlin Brothers, Oak Ridge Boys and Gaither Vocal Band combine for an incredible show. Find out more.
Thu, Jan 25 – 6:30 PM ET | 5:30 PM CT | 4:30 PM MT | 3:30 PM PT – The Gatlin Brothers, Oak Ridge Boys and Gaither Vocal Band combine for an incredible show. Find out more.
Special Cowboy Moments
Special Cowboy Moments
Special Cowboy Moments
Special Cowboy Moments
Go inside the story of 20th Century rodeo legends, up-and-comers, fourth generation ranchers, and connoisseurs of western history in the new series, “Special Cowboy Moments” a half-hour docuseries that captures the heart of the steadfast western spirit.
Go inside the story of 20th Century rodeo legends, up-and-comers, fourth generation ranchers, and connoisseurs of western history in the new series, “Special Cowboy Moments” a half-hour docuseries that captures the heart of the steadfast western spirit.
LandLeader Television
LandLeader Television
LandLeader Television
LandLeader Television
The only outdoor programming of its kind, where viewers tour and explore some of the most amazing properties and sought-after real estate in North America.
The only outdoor programming of its kind, where viewers tour and explore some of the most amazing properties and sought-after real estate in North America.
Reno's Old Time Country Music
Reno's Old Time Country Music
Ronnie features his Band, The Reno Tradition for some great music in this showcase show.
Ronnie features his Band, The Reno Tradition for some great music in this showcase show.
National Tractor Pulling
National Tractor Pulling
National Tractor Pulling
National Tractor Pulling
Yeah we scream, yeah we shout: Twin-Engine Light Unlimiteds and Multi-Engine Modifieds shake the stands in Tomah, Wisconsin.
Yeah we scream, yeah we shout: Twin-Engine Light Unlimiteds and Multi-Engine Modifieds shake the stands in Tomah, Wisconsin.
America's Heartland
America's Heartland
America's Heartland
“America’s Heartland” brings positive, heartfelt stories about American agriculture to viewers in both urban and rural areas.
“America’s” Heartland brings positive, heartfelt stories about American agriculture to viewers in both urban and rural areas. Our agenda has led us on journeys of all kinds to all 50 states and as far away as China, Egypt and Morocco, where American farmers offer both their products and their knowledge. Our viewers learn how American farmers share their concerns about food safety, sustainability, animal welfare, and protecting the environment.
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with Americo
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with Americo
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with Americo
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with Americo
Mon, Oct 14 – 8 PM ET | 7 PM CT | 6 PM MT | 5 PM PT – Learn about changes you can make to your Medicare coverage during the Annual Enrollment Period and why it’s important to take action now.
Mon, Oct 14 – 8 PM ET | 7 PM CT | 6 PM MT | 5 PM PT – Learn about changes you can make to your Medicare coverage during the Annual Enrollment Period and why it’s important to take action now.
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with Can-Am
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with Can-Am
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with Can-Am
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with Can-Am
Thu, Nov 7 – 10 PM ET | 9 PM CT | 8 PM MT | 7 PM PT – Can-Am Off-Road makes side-by-sides and ATV’s ready for work on the farm.
Thu, Nov 7 – 10 PM ET | 9 PM CT | 8 PM MT | 7 PM PT – Can-Am Off-Road makes side-by-sides and ATV’s ready for work on the farm.
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with Americo
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with Americo
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with Americo
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with Americo
Mon, Nov 4 – 8 PM ET | 7 PM CT | 6 PM MT | 5 PM PT – Learn about changes you can make to your Medicare coverage during the Annual Enrollment Period and why it’s important to take action now.
Mon, Nov 4 – 8 PM ET | 7 PM CT | 6 PM MT | 5 PM PT – Learn about changes you can make to your Medicare coverage during the Annual Enrollment Period and why it’s important to take action now.
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with The Climate Corporation
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with The Climate Corporation
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with The Climate Corporation-Fieldview
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with The Climate Corporation-Fieldview
Mon, Oct 28 – 8 PM ET | 7 PM CT | 6 PM MT | 5 PM PT – See how farmers are using FieldView to make the most of he 2019 season, especially in the face of Mother Nature’s challenges.
Mon, Oct 28 – 8 PM ET | 7 PM CT | 6 PM MT | 5 PM PT – See how farmers are using FieldView to make the most of he 2019 season, especially in the face of Mother Nature’s challenges.
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with AARP
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with AARP
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with AARP Live
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with AARP Live
Thu, Oct 17 – 10 PM ET | 9 PM CT | 8 PM MT | 7 PM PT – Our fraud experts will share information on the latest scams making the rounds and tips to help you keep your money safe.
Thu, Oct 17 – 10 PM ET | 9 PM CT | 8 PM MT | 7 PM PT – Our fraud experts will share information on the latest scams making the rounds and tips to help you keep your money safe.
I Am Angus: Wildorado
I Am Angus: Wildorado
I Am Angus
I Am Angus
Thu, Dec 26 – 10 PM ET | 9 PM CT | 8 PM MT | 7 PM PT – A small town in search of a future finds hope in a young cowboy and his class of high school ag students. Facing the odds, they become one of the first student-led cattle companies in the nation.
Thu, Dec 26 – 10 PM ET | 9 PM CT | 8 PM MT | 7 PM PT – A small town in search of a future finds hope in a young cowboy and his class of high school ag students. Facing the odds, they become one of the first student-led cattle companies in the nation.
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with Total Feeds
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with Total Feeds
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with Total Feeds
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with Total Feeds
Mon, Oct 7 – 8 PM ET | 7 PM | 6 PM | 5 PM – Dr. Harry Anderson will be showcasing some amazing first hand results from the users of Total Feeds products!
Mon, Oct 7 – 8 PM ET | 7 PM | 6 PM | 5 PM – Dr. Harry Anderson will be showcasing some amazing first hand results from the users of Total Feeds products!
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with UNMC
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with UNMC
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with UNMC
RURAL AMERICA LIVE with UNMC
Thu, Oct 10 – 10 PM ET | 9 PM CT | 8 PM MT | 7 PM PT – Experts discuss safety measures farmers can take during this harvest season to reduce injuries.
Thu, Oct 10 – 10 PM ET | 9 PM CT | 8 PM MT | 7 PM PT – Experts discuss safety measures farmers can take during this harvest season to reduce injuries.
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2019 National FFA Convention & Expo
2019 National FFA Convention & Expo
92nd National FFA Convention and Expo - Coverage Sponsored by Culver's
92nd National FFA Convention and Expo - Coverage Sponsored by Culver's
The biggest FFA event of the year is just around the corner! Check back here for updates!
The biggest FFA event of the year is just around the corner! Check back here for updates!
Brule Christmas Tickets
Brule Christmas Tickets
Brule Christmas Tickets
Brule Christmas Tickets
Brule: Silent Star Night, A Christmas Show is a powerful performance that features the four piece band performing a unique combination of recognizable holiday melodies accompanied by Native American rhythms, sounds, and dance.
Brule: Silent Star Night, A Christmas Show is a powerful performance that features the four piece band performing a unique combination of recognizable holiday melodies accompanied by Native American rhythms, sounds, and dance.
The Agricultural News & Rural Content Act of 2019
The Agricultural News & Rural Content Act of 2019
The Ag News & Rural Content Act of 2019 - MDR, Mem Day, 2019
The Ag News & Rural Content Act of 2019 - MDR, Mem Day, 2019
Your support is needed to push this critical legislation across the finish line. Find out how you can help!
Your support is needed to push this critical legislation across the finish line. Find out how you can help!
Midwest Flood Relief
Midwest Flood Relief
A flooded midwest farm.
A flooded midwest farm.
Many areas of the Midwest are still underwater weeks after the historic “bomb cyclone” – but there are dozens of ways that you can help!
Many areas of the Midwest are still underwater weeks after the historic “bomb cyclone” – but there are dozens of ways that you can help!
FarmHer
FarmHer
FarmHer Angel Forbes Simmons
FarmHer Angel Forbes Simmons
“FarmHer” focuses its camera lens on women in agriculture through the eyes of photographer and TV host Marji Guyler-Alaniz, who takes viewers coast to coast on a journey capturing the story of women and their connection to the land through her camera.
“FarmHer” focuses its camera lens on women in agriculture through the eyes of photographer and TV host Marji Guyler-Alaniz, who takes viewers coast to coast on a journey capturing the story of women and their connection to the land through her camera.
Help RFD-TV Honor Those Who Teach Rural America’s Next Generation!
Help RFD-TV Honor Those Who Teach Rural America’s Next Generation!
Rural Teacher of the Week
Rural Teacher of the Week
Submit your nominations at ffatoday@rfdtv.com
Submit your nominations at ffatoday@rfdtv.com
The Best Cowboy Movies of All Time!
The Best Cowboy Movies of All Time!
John Wayne walks away in the last scene from “The Searchers.”
John Wayne walks away in the last scene from “The Searchers.”
Pull out the popcorn! We've rounded up the 10 best cowboy movies of all time.
Pull out the popcorn! We've rounded up the 10 best cowboy movies of all time.
Top 10 Need-to-Know Facts About Roy Rogers
Top 10 Need-to-Know Facts About Roy Rogers
Roy Rogers and Trigger, 1940
Roy Rogers and Trigger, 1940
The path to American Icon status for “The King of the Cowboys” was not exactly what you might assume.
The path to American Icon status for “The King of the Cowboys” was not exactly what you might assume.
“The Bluegrass Trail” – Attend LIVE Tapings!
“The Bluegrass Trail” – Attend LIVE Tapings!
Bluegrass Trail
Bluegrass Trail
Find out how you can be part of the live studio audience for Season Two of “The Bluegrass Trail.”
Find out how you can be part of the live studio audience for Season Two of “The Bluegrass Trail.”
Live at Billy Bob's Texas
Live at Billy Bob's Texas
Live at Billy Bob's Texas
Live at Billy Bob's Texas
Live on-stage performances, exclusive interviews, one offs from up-and-comers and intimate backstage acoustic serenades – from icons like Willie Nelson and David Allan Coe to newer artists like Shooter Jennings – at “The World’s Largest Honky Tonk.”
Live on-stage performances, exclusive interviews, one offs from up-and-comers and intimate backstage acoustic serenades – from icons like Willie Nelson and David Allan Coe to newer artists like Shooter Jennings – at “The World’s Largest Honky Tonk.”
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Durango® Boots Official Presenting Sponsor for RFD-TV's THE AMERICAN Rodeo
Durango® Boots Official Presenting Sponsor for RFD-TV's THE AMERICAN Rodeo
RFD-TV’s THE AMERICAN presented by Durango® Boots
RFD-TV’s THE AMERICAN presented by Durango® Boots
The three-year exclusive partnership strengthens Durango’s commitment to western sports.
The three-year exclusive partnership strengthens Durango’s commitment to western sports.
Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) and Rural Media Group (RMG) Announce Multi-Year Agreement
Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) and Rural Media Group (RMG) Announce Multi-Year Agreement
The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) and Rural Media Group (RMG) have announced a multi-year agreement which will see the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo (NFR) move to The Cowboy Channel (TCC) and RFD-TV beginning in 2020. PRCA CEO, George Taylor and RFD-TV Founder and President, Patrick Gottsch, spoke more...
The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) and Rural Media Group (RMG) have announced a multi-year agreement which will see the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo (NFR) move to The Cowboy Channel (TCC) and RFD-TV beginning in 2020. PRCA CEO, George Taylor and RFD-TV Founder and President, Patrick Gottsch, spoke more...
Tickets for THE AMERICAN 2020 Now on Sale!
Tickets for THE AMERICAN 2020 Now on Sale!
THE AMERICAN 2020 - Tickets on Sale Now!
THE AMERICAN 2020 - Tickets on Sale Now!
March 7–8, 2020 – Watch as the Top 10 rodeo athletes in the world compete against everyday cowboys and cowgirls for the biggest 2-day payout in rodeo!
March 7–8, 2020 – Watch as the Top 10 rodeo athletes in the world compete against everyday cowboys and cowgirls for the biggest 2-day payout in rodeo!
Champions Crowned at RFD-TV's THE AMERICAN 2019
Champions Crowned at RFD-TV's THE AMERICAN 2019
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2019Winner_MillionDollarWinners_800x450.png
Champions have been crowned – and sent away with some very big checks!
Champions have been crowned – and sent away with some very big checks!
RFD-TV's THE AMERICAN 2019 is HERE!
RFD-TV's THE AMERICAN 2019 is HERE!
RFD-TV'S THE AMERICAN - AT&T Stadium
RFD-TV'S THE AMERICAN - AT&T Stadium
Over 140 athletes will compete for a total purse of $2.35 Million!
Over 140 athletes will compete for a total purse of $2.35 Million!
