- USDA Retains Country of Origin Labeling Requirement
USDA complies with World Trade Organization requirements but keeps COOL requirements
05/23/2013
- Storms, Rains Lend A Little Drought Relief
Rains across the Plains provide a bit of drought relief while stalling planting progress in the Midwest moving eastward.
05/23/2013
- Senate Judiciary Committee Passes Immigration Reform Bill
After five markup sessions and consideration of more than 200 amendments, the Senate Judiciary Committee prepares immigration bill for floor time
05/22/2013
- Genomics Research May Make Bull Selection Easier
Researchers at Cornell University employ new technique to improve quality of milk and meat through easier breeding selection
05/21/2013
- Are Farmland Prices Headed Towards A Plateau?
Economists say cropland price appreciation is slowing, but declining crop prices could be primary driver behind land values
05/20/2013
- Livestock Industry Ready for 'Comprehensive' FTA with EU
Coalition of ag organizations says previous talks through Trans-Pacific Partnership should be used as model for EU agreement
05/20/2013
- St. Louis Fed Finds Q1 Farm Income Higher Than Expected
Lenders worry weak economy and high input costs will be biggest hurdle
05/17/2013
- Ag Interests React To House Farm Bill
Ag, energy and conservation groups have generally positive feedback for House Ag Committee, though for some groups aspects of the bill don't meet muster
05/16/2013
- 2013 Farm Progress Show To Feature Chris Cagle Concert
Country music star Chris Cagle will perform in concert Aug. 28 on the Farm Progress Show stage in Decatur, Ill.
05/16/2013
- Drought Monitor Reflects Few Improvements
Few significant improvements appear on Drought Monitor, but spotty showers bring short term relief
05/16/2013