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The USDA Agricultural Outlook Forum highlights modest price support from tighter supplies across cotton, grains, dairy, livestock, and sugar into 2026.
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The White House is asking Congress for more than $11 billion in additional farm assistance, including new economic support for 2026 row and specialty crop producers and disaster aid tied to losses from the Southeast freeze.
For farmers and ranchers, the biggest near-term pieces are in the safety net.
USDA says corn shipments slowed from the previous week, while wheat and soybean inspections topped year-ago levels.
Farm Bureau economist Dr. Faith Parum joins to discuss Fourth of July cookout costs, food price trends, factors contributing to higher grocery bills, and the relationship between consumer food prices and farm income.
Students are gaining hands-on experience with hydroponics through Feagin Mill Middle School’s growing ag program.
Federal Reserve data shows Midwest and Southeast farms make up over two-thirds of Chapter 12 filings.
Strong cattle prices continue as USDA monitors the impact of New World screwworm along the southern border.
Purdue University’s new digital calculator helps growers navigate input costs and risk management with region-specific cost estimates and expert support.
Washington’s Department of Ecology launched a new initiative to gather ideas that will ensure water supplies remain available for long-term use.