- 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
- Senate Farm Bill Headed To Floor
Farm Bill passes through Senate Ag Committee in 15-5 roll call vote
05/14/2013
- APHIS Calls for Five-Year Recordkeeping on Livestock
USDA APHIS rule will alter length of time approved animal facilities, slaughterhouses and renderers will be required to retain animal records
05/13/2013
- House Releases Farm Bill Draft
House version of 2013 Farm Bill boasts nearly $40 billion in savings
05/10/2013
- Video Tours Pork Plant With Temple Grandin
Pork plant tour video is part of animal handling 'glass walls' project
05/10/2013