While testifying on Capitol Hill, Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins spotlighted efforts to defend farmers and ranchers, including the dismissal of charges against South Dakota ranching family Charles and Heather Maude, and how USDA launched a new portal to report similar injustices, receiving over 100 submissions in just days.
The government has dropped federal criminal charges against the couple, which had been placed by the previous administration, claiming that they stole federal land for personal use.
Now, the matter is returned to where things stood before charges were brought.
Roger McEowen with the Washburn School of Law spoke with RFD-TV’s Suzanne Alexander about the Small Tracts Act, how it benefits producers, and the big takeaways for rural landowners.
AgriGold field agronomist Brett Leahr says the Midwest corn harvest this year shows how early-season water, late-season heat, drainage, and field topography can affect corn yields.
October 23, 2026 05:27 PM
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Association of Equipment Manufacturers’ SVP Curt Blades says lower farm income continues to weigh on tractor and combine sales as producers postpone major purchases. While recovery remains uncertain, he is optimistic heading into 2027.
October 23, 2026 03:53 PM
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The brand sold a record 63 million pounds of Prime beef even as fewer cattle qualified.
October 23, 2026 03:30 PM
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The projected $55.4 billion would surpass the previous government payment record set in 2020.
October 23, 2026 03:00 PM
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Texas Cattle Feeders Association says the extended closure took a toll on the state’s cattle industry.
October 23, 2026 02:00 PM
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The FIELDS program aims to expand domestic production and increase competition in the fertilizer industry.
October 23, 2026 01:00 PM
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