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President Donald Trump's thoughts on wheat spark a Twitter storm, but to share the full impact of wheat trade with Japan it takes more than 140 characters. 

In a medical emergency, time is of the essence, but in rural America the long journey to get help could lower the chance of survival. RFD-TV's Sarah Mock shares how one person beat the odds.

On the birthday of the nachos' creator, we've got some tasty variations from some of our very own programmers.
 

Despite a promise to delay some new tariffs, China vows to retaliate against the latest round of taxes. New export data shows China canceled orders of soybeans and purchased only small amounts of pork and sorghum last week.

The cattle market bounces back Wednesday after days of limit down trading sparked by a packing plant fire. 

The cattle market opens trade on expanded limits again today. The industry is waiting for updates on the Tyson beef plant fire in Kansas. 

Americana duo Lost Hollow's new song and video celebrate an adored victim of a drunk driver.
 

Tickets for some locations on sale now – find a performance near you!

The Trump Administration modernizes the Endangered Species Act. Opponents plan to take the issue to court, but as of now the rules package will officially take effect following a 30-day objection period.

Music Health Alliance (MHA) is excited to announce exclusive experience auctions with Elton John, Rosanne Cash, and Amy Grant and Vince Gill!

“Live at the Ryman" coming soon! Get details!
 

Country/hip-hop crossover craze is taking the world by storm!

The Trump Administration roils the ethanol industry over the weekend granting 31 more small refinery waivers.  Congressman Collin Peterson inputs his reaction, saying, "The Administration tried to bury bad news for rural America by quietly approving 31 more waivers this Friday afternoon that undermine the RFS and the market for corn. Farmers are on the front lines of the tariff war, and this announcement by the EPA will only make things worse." ?National Corn Growers ...

Everybody usually groans over dreaded Dad jokes, but these actually deliver . . . .

It's no tall tale: robotic tail could offer enhanced counterbalance for humans.

The company that makes Oscar Mayer hot dogs, Kool-Aid, Heinz ketchup and Velveeta continues to suffer from accounting woes, weak sales, and plunging share prices.

The icon of of the U.S. Forest Service is the face of the longest-running public service campaign in U.S. history.

Here's one list that is sure to spark laughter, debate — and of course, hunger!

Leaders of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce have tabbed the passage of the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) as its top policy priority for 2019. September is the earliest that the free trade agreement can be passed with congress currently in recess. 

A special 10th Anniversary Edition of the company's popular and iconic Flag Boot is now available!

With the floods of  the summer of 2019 fading into memory a new crisis is emerging in the form of drought.

How will ranchers be affected by the decision of America's largest purchaser of beef to reduce antibiotics use among its suppliers?

U.S. officials are considering a trip to Beijing to continue trade negotiations. Some signs appear optimistic even though both sides have yet to come to an agreement. As progress stalls Donald Trump threatens more tariffs on Chinese goods.

The USDA attempt to move employees from Washington D.C. to Kansas City is facing hurdles in Congress as well as challenges among current employees who have not been given a clear timeline on when the move will take place.

July 8, 2019 NASHVILLE, Tenn (RFD-TV) With the start of hurricane season the importance of America’s coasts and estuaries come to the forefront. Lawmakers see preserving estuaries as one key to protecting communities and providing the first line of defense against the impact of climate change on coastal areas. Sarah Mock reports.

Specialty crop growers face serious challenges in the current climate.

20 Democratic presidential candidates locked horns in two debates this week. RFD-TV looks at their policy perspectives and what they mean for rural America. 

June 24, 2019

Millions of Americans visit national parks and forests each year. Currently there is over $19.4 Billion in deferred maintenance in the national park system. There is bipartisan agreement that deferred maintenance cannot last forever. Sarah Mock reports from Washington.

U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn sat down with Market Day Report today to discuss the needs of rural America.

Deputies filed charges after the release of a graphic video showing animal abuse by workers at Fair Oaks Farms. Other operations are considering voluntary outside audits to help prevent animal abuse.

EPA is currently reconsidering most pesticides and chemicals available to farmers. Over 1,100 active ingredients are being reviewed.

Secretary of Ag Purdue has presented more details on agriculture trade aid and how it will be available. 

Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Purdue is expecting a hike in aid to farmers to help make up for losses due to the current trade dispute with China. 

With many rural areas not getting the access that urban areas receive, the Wireless Internet Service Providers Association (WISPA) seeks to bridge that gap.

As current trade negotiations drag out the Trump administration is looking to add more Ag support and farm relief.

Farmers continue to face tremendous risk exposure due to drops in the value of crop insurance along with continued decreases in crop prices.

As more African Swine Fever (ASF) outbreaks occur across the globe North American producers make plans for a response to a potential outbreak in America.

As the U.S., Mexico, Canada Trade Agreement continues to move forward, American trade negotiators look to make progress with China and on other trade fronts in the coming weeks. 

The infrastructure package not only includes roads, bridges and water, but also puts an emphasis on broadband expansion and the power grid. Details of funding the plan is to be worked out in the coming weeks.

As the American farm worker population has fallen by hundreds of thousands in the past few years, this has resulted in Washington lawmakers to address the issue of migrant farm workers.

While African Swine Fever has not reached the United States the National Pork Board has started a pork crisis alert program to help notify pork producers of impending threats. For more information visit Pork.org.

The new federal farm bill offers relief to dairy farmers but may come too late for smaller dairy farmers as low prices continue. House Ag Chairman Collin Peterson from Minnesota is looking to roll out the program before summer. 

Experts are looking to lawmakers to address the shortage of housing coming to farm country.

Canada plans a new round of tariffs on U.S. agricultural products including apples, pork, and wine as talks on American tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum have stalled.

With Congress scheduled to go on a two-week break next week, relief for those affected by the bomb cyclone in the Midwest may be in limbo.

Farm credit leaders are optimistic they will be able to provide credit as farmers in rural America have taken on more debt during the current economic storm.

The Heartland Forum is a bipartisan event which brought together 2020 presidential candidates to share their vision for rural America.

March 28, 2019 NASHVILLE, Tenn (RFD-TV)  According to Bret Davis of the American Soybean Association the 301 tariffs implemented on China by the Trump administration have already resulted in the loss of three quarters of the soybean trade with China. Many American soybean producers have seen their bottom line take a big in hit in the last nine months as the trade war with China heated up.

Congress to revisit the Supplemental Disaster Bill of 2018 to provide relief to those impacted by the 2019 bomb cyclone weather event.

Electric co-ops are economic powerhouses in rural America.  "We're owned by our members. That makes us a great economic engine. 

While challenges are significant, current farm debt does not equate with 1980s levels.

China agrees to purchase an additional 10 metric tons of U.S. soybeans after trade and tariff negotiations with government officials were extended over the weekend. Sara Mock with the report from Washington.

Appearing LIVE, the Ag Secretary took calls from viewers and addressed matters that are top-of-mind for the farmers, ranchers and residents all across rural America.

As lawmakers race to keep the government open, experts predict the challenges of implementing a Farm Bill will go beyond the looming possible government shutdown.

Despite a booming economy, existing tariffs and the threat of more, continue to cause harm throughout the nation’s heartland. New data reveals the potential impact on agriculture.

The Farm Bill has been signed, but getting all the programs finalized and implemented is a much longer process – further delayed by the shutdown.

Farm leaders from across the country are in Washington to appeal to lawmakers on trade before another planting season gets underway. RFD-TV’s Sarah Mock has that perspective from the Nation’s Capital. Sorghum growers say they’re hopeful about talks with Chinese negotiators in D.C. this week. 

Just under a month into the new Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), the level of concern in the ag industry about securing a trade deal with Japan is on the rise. Wheat growers in the Pacific Northwest are already dealing with the loss of major markets in Asia. That action in the near term will involve increased oversight of the President’s trade agenda by Congress, but is unlikely at this point to include additional trade aid payments.

The Secretary of Agriculture announces that FSA offices across the country will reopen Thursday, recalling nearly 10,000 unpaid USDA workers.

Farm lenders say rising prices don’t seem to be on the horizon, and the industry is in much better shape than it was during the crisis of the 1980s. RFD-TV’s Sarah Mock reporting.

With concerns about the government shutdown growing, many programs like “food stamps” could run out of money by the end of the month. RFD-TV’s Sarah Mock reports, the USDA has an answer for that. 

The U.S. can now export five more genetically modified crops to China. The move comes during day two of face-to-face trade talks in Beijing.

Livestock haulers won’t be required to use an electronic logging device during the government shutdown. 

How do the new trade agreements affect American farmers?

China buys more U.S. soybeans with market sources claiming a purchase of between 5 and 15 cargoes

Representatives compromise on key policies like SNAP work requirements and forest management in order to secure passage.

The Crop Harvest Insurance deadline for most spring planted crops is today, December 10, 2018

America’s 41st President will will be remembered at a state funeral in Washington D.C. today.

Top Administration officials look ahead to the President’s schedule of meetings at the G20 Summit, with a decision on additional Chinese tariffs expected.

A discussion draft of the proposed legislation has been released, which could make substantial changes to the Renewable Fuels Standard program.