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Reports say cattle industry groups raised concerns over a proposal that could increase beef imports.
USDA says planting progress remains strong nationwide, though some soybean fields are still slow to emerge.
Trucking industry expert Lewie Pugh joins us to discuss rising diesel costs, challenges facing independent truckers, and the broader impact on agriculture and rural transportation.
Agriculture News
In an exclusive interview with RFD News correspondent Frank McCaffrey, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX) expresses frustration with delays and increasing political divisions surrounding the bill.
Spring Fieldwork Advances As Weather Stays Uneven
Farmers still earn only a small share of consumer food spending, even as post-farm costs continue to take most of the dollar.
Washington Policy
The House is moving forward with debate on the Farm Bill after a lengthy session in the House Rules Committee cleared the legislation for floor consideration.
Rail rulings, export terminal access, and equipment rules are becoming bigger factors in grain shipping costs and reliability.
House lawmakers push toward a Farm Bill vote as debate grows over E15, Prop 12, and input costs, with farmers seeking certainty and policy updates.
World News
National Land Realty’s Jeramy Stephens explains how rising input costs and economic uncertainty are impacting the farmland market and what landowners should watch moving forward.
Higher fuel costs are raising grain shipping expenses. RealAg Radio’s Shaun Haney discusses how energy market disruptions are impacting farmers in new ways as the War in Iran continues.
Labor supply may shift, but uncertainty remains for producers.
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