Supply Chain and Logistics
OOIDA’s Lewie Pugh discusses a new bipartisan surface transportation bill, industry efforts to address regulatory concerns, investments in truck parking and freight infrastructure, and the outlook for transportation policy.
Producers growing multiple spring crops should compare CLIP with individual coverage increases and county-based supplemental protection.
Higher ocean freight rates continue adding pressure to U.S. wheat exports despite stronger demand projections.
Strong cattle values persist as producers weigh the costs and risks associated with herd expansion.
Tariffs on combines, harvesters, and some farm equipment will be reduced to 15% until 2028.
Avocado growers and buyers face sharp price swings when Mexican supply changes faster than alternative sources can respond.
National Cotton Council’s Gary Adams joins us to discuss the USDA’s Great American Cotton Plan, crop conditions, prices, and efforts to boost domestic demand.
Unlike facilities focused on merchant ammonia, Meadowlark would convert its on-site ammonia into UAN and sulfur-containing ATS fertilizers used by regional crop producers.
The proposed USDA rule would replace negative pay adjustments with a guaranteed minimum base rate for poultry growers.
Dr. Derrell Peel says the longer the border remains closed to Mexican cattle imports, the more likely some industry changes could become permanent.