Trade in both the crop and livestock sectors is discussed on this week’s episode, along with top agriculture headlines from across the nation. Agriculture news this week includes what the federal government’s reopening means for farmers and how the shift may affect hemp growers. The USDA announced new progress in preventing New World screwworm from entering the U.S., as well as updated plans to support dairy farmers in the year ahead. Additional headlines highlight President Donald Trump’s call for the Department of Justice to investigate potential anticompetitive practices in the U.S. meatpacking industry and new data on cover crop usage. Trade conversations continue on today’s show with updates from the crop sector, followed by insight on the livestock side from U.S. Meat Export Federation President and CEO Dan Halstrom. He discusses global demand for U.S. pork and beef in 2025, priorities heading into 2026, the difference in export numbers with and without China, and the challenges and opportunities shaping trade access. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

This week’s agriculture news covers everything from trade and tariffs to farmer sentiment and land values. The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments on the legality of tariffs imposed on nearly every U.S. trading partner during President Trump’s administration. Meanwhile, updates continue on the China and U.S. trade deal and what it could mean for soybean growers. Despite the ongoing government shutdown, the U.S. Labor Department confirmed its Office of Foreign Labor Certification will resume processing H-2A agricultural labor applications. A new national coalition, Grow It Here, has also launched to spotlight the nation’s farm labor shortage. Plus, we break down the latest farmer sentiment from the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer and the Rural Mainstreet Index. This week’s interview features David Whitaker, auctioneer and real estate broker with Whitaker Marketing Group. He shares insight on late 2025 land values, generational buying and selling trends and how more land is making its way onto the market. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

History of importing beef and whether it has worked from the cattle industry’s perspective is discussed in today’s Ag News Daily interview. Plus the latest in markets, crops, weather and livestock news across the country. Agriculture news this week includes both wins and missed opportunities in trade. China purchased its first three cargoes of U.S. soybeans this week and announced intentions to buy 12 million metric tons before year-end. Additional headlines include the Senate pushing back on President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs, how the latest Federal Reserve rate cut could impact farm borrowing costs, and what it all means for agriculture. This week’s interview hears insight from Ethan Lane, Vice President of Government Affairs with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. He shares whether the latest policy intentions have surprised the association, if importing beef lowers grocery prices, and the organization’s top federal priorities for the year ahead. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

This week’s agriculture news highlights harvest progress across the Midwest and the latest developments following President Trump’s recent comments about plans to import beef to lower prices. The conversation continues with the administration’s report released Wednesday, sparking strong reactions from cattle producers and farm groups nationwide. This week’s show covers agriculture news across the sector including crops, cattle and dairy. U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced the reopening of Farm Service Agency (FSA) offices nationwide to release more than $3 billion in delayed funding to support farmers. Meanwhile, producers are voicing concerns over the administration’s beef import proposal, one of three new priorities aimed at addressing high beef prices. We’ll also share updates on the growing momentum for year-round E15 access, insights from the Farmer Business Network’s 2026 Crop Protection Market Report, and new developments in the ongoing U.S.-China trade dispute over soybeans. For this week’s interview, Wyffels Hybrids Technical Product Manager Brent Tharp joins the podcast with a harvest update. He discusses field observations, disease pressure, how fungicides made a difference this season, and how Wyffels’ new harvest reporting tools are keeping farmers informed despite the lack of federal Crop Progress Reports due to the government shutdown. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

This week on Ag News Daily, the latest reports cover a wide range of stories across agriculture from policy and markets to equipment sales and international trade. This week’s agriculture news highlights what farm groups are urging Congress to address as the federal government shutdown enters its 17th day. Trade developments continue as an upcoming meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping is reportedly back on the schedule. Meanwhile, the Association of Equipment Manufacturers released its latest report showing that U.S. tractor sales, while down overall, are beginning to show signs of recovery in September. Additional headlines include ongoing challenges for specialty crop producers, a lawsuit settlement requiring Tyson Foods and Cargill to pay claims over alleged beef price fixing, and turkey prices that could play a major role in Thanksgiving spending this year. This week’s interview with Angie Setzer, partner at Consus Ag Consulting LLC. The discussion focuses on the continuing challenges of losing China as a key U.S. soybean customer, what farm groups might be overlooking compared to the last U.S.-China trade war, and her take on this year’s potentially smaller crop and the potential impacts on growers. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

This week’s agriculture news highlights the ongoing impacts of the federal government shutdown, positive updates in state ag policy, and conversations within the dairy industry. Agriculture headlines this week include the suspension of USDA reports due to the government shutdown, California’s official approval of E15 fuel sales, updates on national biofuel plans and soybean tariffs, and how low Mississippi River levels could influence crop pricing. We also cover the latest CME/Purdue University Ag Economy Barometer results on farmer sentiment, a lawsuit moving forward that challenges USDA’s electronic identification (EID) tag requirements, the new wage rate rule for the H-2A program now in effect and celebrations for both National Co-op Month and National Farmer’s Day! Today’s first interview is with Elizabeth De Vries-Dykstra and Bram DeVries of 4-D Ag Fashion and World discussing the state of the dairy industry and why high-visibility (HI-VES) workwear is becoming increasingly important for farms and insurance purposes. They also share insight into whether farmers are still investing in equipment and facility upgrades Another conversation on today’s episode is with Suzanne Fanning, Chief Marketing Officer for Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin. She highlights the state’s checkoff latest campaign, aiming to strengthen the connection between consumers, farmers and the people behind dairy products. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

This week’s agriculture news covers the impact of the government shutdown on agriculture and the latest updates in soybeans, including a discussion on toxins in dairy nutrition. This week’s agriculture news covers the uncertainty surrounding the government shutdown and its impact on the industry, Corteva’s decision to split into two companies, new investments aimed at boosting soybean export capacity, and the rise in farm bankruptcies. Other highlights include the approval of the first drug to treat and prevent New World screwworm, a major ag equipment company appealing a right-to-repair lawsuit, and coverage from World Dairy Expo from discussions on the Federal Milk Marketing Order and attendee perspectives are on this week’s episode. This week’s episode also takes us to World Dairy Expo for a conversation with Dr. Aldo Rossi, DVM, director of veterinary services at Amlan International. He shares how a holistic gut-health approach can improve cow comfort and long-term animal performance. The discussion highlights why single-toxin strategies may not be enough when addressing risks in dairy nutrition. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

This week on Ag News Daily, we cover fall harvest safety tips, USDA and ag policy updates, a confirmed case of New World screwworm just 70 miles from the Texas border, a new precision agriculture report and more top ag news. Agriculture headlines covered this week include market updates with Chinese soybean buyers booking Argentina’s soybeans, the latest USDA reports on cattle on feed, milk, and egg production, and news of the first pork processor suing California over Proposition 12. The Rural Mainstreet Index shows farmland prices falling for the 16th time in 17 months, while farm equipment sales have dropped for the 25th consecutive month. Other top stories include a major equipment manufacturer shifting combine production to Germany and the latest update on USDA staffing cuts This week’s interview features farmer and AgriSafe Network agricultural health liaison, Linda Emanuel. In recognition of National Farm Safety and Health Week, she highlights the latest trends in where accidents are occurring on farms and emphasizes AgriSafe’s growing focus on mental health resources for the ag community. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

This week on Ag News Daily, we cover efforts to expand demand for corn and soybean growers, insights of an animal activist report, and share the latest updates in dairy and cattle markets. Plus, we break down takeaways for agriculture from the newest MAHA Commission report. Agriculture headlines on this week’s podcast include potential aid for crop growers, two new reports on vegan and animal activist movements nationwide, Nebraska’s first H5N1 avian flu case in a dairy herd, and McDonald’s investment in farmers’ regenerative agriculture practices. Additional stories feature a new economic impact report on fairs across the country, plus the latest weather, market, and fertilizer updates. In this week’s interview, Elizabeth Burns-Thompson, Executive Director of the Modern Ag Alliance, discusses the latest MAHA Commission report — the Make Our Children Healthy Again Strategy. This 20-page report follows the nearly 100-page version released earlier this year. She explains what it means for agriculture, how state governments may build on it and why it’s vital for farmers to share their stories. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

This week on Ag News Daily, we cover China buying 95% of its soybeans from South America, the challenges and opportunities for U.S. growers and why BASF says innovation and flexibility remain key for growers. This week’s agriculture news covers mixed reactions from the ag community to the Department of Health and Human Services’ Make Our Children Healthy Again strategy. We also break down recent trade wins and losses, the latest farm bill update and California’s move toward legalizing E15. Other top headlines include a new soybean processing facility in South Dakota and the latest avian influenza outbreak. In this week’s interview, Tanner Winterhof spoke with BASF’s Scott Kay and Bryan Perry at this year’s Farm Progress Show to discuss their latest innovations from BASF’s 0% financing program to new opportunities for soybean growers, and why the company invests 11 cents of every dollar into research and development. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

This week’s agriculture news highlights policy developments as Congress returns to session, including updates on labor, environmental regulations and water policy. We also bring insights from Bayer Crop Science on the future of short corn. A federal district court in Louisiana recently vacated part of the 2023 Adverse Effect Wage Rate Rule, specifically the H-2A disaggregation provision. Meanwhile, the Environmental Protection Agency has withdrawn proposed revisions to wastewater regulations for meat and poultry processors. Looking ahead, the Trump administration is preparing to propose a new Clean Water Act rule in the coming weeks. Additional reports point to a projected increase in U.S. net farm income in 2025, along with new insights on ag export trends. A conversation on the future of short corn, in addition to what it provides to growers, is this week’s interview with two voices from Bayer Crop Science: NA Technical Product Lead for Preceon™ Devin Hammer and Digital Enablement Product Lead Andy Folta. They share how shorter, thicker stalks benefit the plant, the length of time Bayer has been testing the Preceon™ Smart Corn System, and how short corn can also be utilized for silage. This discussion took place at the recent Farm Progress Show with Ag News Daily Co-Host Tanner Winterhof. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos! ALWAYS READ AND FOLLOW IRM, WHERE APPLICABLE, GRAIN MARKETING AND ALL OTHER STEWARDSHIP PRACTICES AND PESTICIDE LABEL DIRECTIONS. ©2025 Bayer Group. All rights reserved.

This week, Tanner highlights a new partnership unveiled at the Farm Progress Show, the latest trade developments impacting the agriculture sector, and the top ag headlines you need to know. Agriculture headlines this week include findings from the Midwestern crop tour, which identified Minnesota as a top contender for strong harvest yields this fall. We also cover the confirmation of a human case of New World Screwworm, announced after a delayed press release, and plans for a renamed facility focused on addressing mycotoxins. Additional updates include trade developments with China, India, and the European Union and their impact on U.S. agriculture, along with a look at food prices heading into the Labor Day weekend. From the Farm Progress Show, our interview features Mike Newland of the Propane Education & Research Council. He shares insight on this year’s new partnership at the show, a recent report raising concerns about the U.S. electric grid, and the versatility propane brings to modern agriculture. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

This week on Ag News Daily, we are covering the latest from a Midwest crop tour and ag policy developments including solar energy, New World screwworm concerns and the U.S. government’s lawsuit against California over emissions. Agriculture news this week includes the learnings from a crop tour across the Midwest and what to potentially expect come harvest time, a farmland value update and a local county in Iowa appealing to the U.S. Supreme Court after a company desiring to build a $9 billion pipeline to transport CO2 emissions. Additional headlines include the U.S. Trade Representative’s Office investigating Brazil over what it calls unfair ethanol trade practices and the USDA’s mid-year cattle report. In this week’s interview, StoneX Chief Commodities Economist Arlan Suderman highlighted market news specific to corn, soybeans and wheat. He highlights some yield forecast information and comments about last week’s WASDE report. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

This week on Ag News Daily, the United States and China agree to extend their tariff truce for another 90 days, avoiding new duties. Plus, global food prices reach their highest level in more than two years, driven by rising meat and vegetable oil costs. We also cover the EPA’s new rules to prevent sudden shutdowns in diesel engines, $152 million in USDA rural development investments, proposed updates to orange juice regulations and record-breaking FFA membership numbers. Plus, an update on John Deere’s access to competitor data in the ongoing right-to-repair lawsuits. In this week’s interview, Paul Winters of Clean Fuels Alliance America shares insights on the current state of the Renewable Fuels Standard, policy updates shaping the industry and what is next for the alliance going forward. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

This week on Ag News Daily, we cover two major trade updates. President Trump signed an executive order placing an additional 25% tariff on imports from India. Separately, a broader set of tariff increases also took effect this week. We also cover the USDA’s latest SNAP waivers in six states, along with the continued spread of tar spot in corn-growing areas. John Deere has introduced a new diagnostics tool aimed at improving equipment repair, potentially impacting ongoing right-to-repair discussions. We also highlight Luke Lindberg’s recent confirmation as Under Secretary for Trade and what it could mean for U.S. ag exports. This week’s interview features Dr. Martin Chilvers from Michigan State University. Chilvers shares his research-based insight on tar spot, including how to identify it and how growers can manage it during the season. Here are some resources mentioned in the conversation: https://cropprotectionnetwork.org/publications/an-overview-of-tar-spot https://cropprotectionnetwork.org/roi-calculators https://cropprotectionnetwork.... Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

In this week’s episode, we look over two major international trade developments impacting agriculture, from new U.S. tariffs on EU goods to Argentina’s rollback of export duties. Plus, hear what the return of U.S. beef to Australia means for American ranchers. We’ll also cover the latest crop progress and weather across the Plains and Midwest, a plant explosion in Nebraska and a look into the July cattle inventory report. Additional highlights include U.S. and South Korea trade updates and the continued rise of U.S. rail mergers with Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern's new deal. For this week’s interview, Elizabeth Burns-Thompson, Executive Director of the Modern Ag Alliance, joins us to share where the group stands on ag legislation, the future of chemical labeling and what producers can expect next from the Alliance. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

This episode breaks down major developments in U.S. trade, agriculture and transportation policy. We cover President Trump's new tariff agreement with Japan and what it means for supply chains and defense contracts. Plus, a look at the potential Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern merger, the USDA’s sweeping reorganization plan and Nebraska’s new ban on lab-grown meat. We also touch on growing concerns over tar spot in the Corn Belt, renewed screwworm control efforts in Texas and the latest in fertilizer markets. Jacie and Tanner also had the opportunity to speak with Pat Hord, Vice President of the National Pork Producers Council, about how California’s Proposition 12 is affecting farmers and food prices nationwide. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

In this week’s episode, we break down a wave of trade developments and new ag policy. In the news, data shows U.S. farm bankruptcies in early 2025 have already exceeded last year’s total. We also break down key international trade moves, including a new U.S. and Indonesia agreement and proposed tariffs involving Russia, the EU, Mexico and others. The U.S. formally withdraws from the Tomato Suspension Agreement, reinstating duties on Mexican imports. Meanwhile, the Justice Department files a lawsuit challenging California’s egg regulations. This week’s interview explores a new vertical beef market opportunity for producers in Nebraska and western Iowa. Legacy Beef Co-Op will supply cattle to Cattlemen’s Heritage Beef Company, which plans to build a state-of-the-art processing plant in Iowa. Tanner and Delaney sit down with Chad Tentinger to learn more about what this means for cattle producers. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

In this week’s episode, we cover major USDA updates, including a new farm security initiative and the appointment of Stephen Vaden as USDA Deputy Secretary. We also take a closer look at the closure of southern ports following a New World Screwworm outbreak. In the headlines, a screwworm outbreak near the Mexico border halted livestock imports and delayed key port reopenings as both the U.S. and Mexico invest millions in containment efforts. President Trump raised tariffs on South Korea and Japan to 25%, with additional trade actions expected later this month. Biofuel groups welcomed the EPA’s newly proposed fuel standards for 2026 and 2027. Plus, President Trump voiced support for allowing immigrant farmworkers to remain on U.S. farms. This week, Delaney and Tanner sat down with Andrew Coppin, founder and CEO of Ranchbot. They dive into the latest industry dynamics, the importance of southern border monitoring and key biosecurity measures regarding the screwworm pest. Coppin also shares why the threat of New World Screwworm isn’t just a Texas issue, it’s a national concern for all livestock producers. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

This week’s episode dives into trade updates, Supreme Court decisions, crop progress and food safety tips for your outdoor barbecues for the Fourth of July and this summer. This week’s news includes a closer look at the Senate’s passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill and two key Supreme Court rulings that may impact agriculture. We also cover major trade developments, including a new agreement with Vietnam, the USDA’s phased reopening of southern ports, and a trade mission to the Dominican Republic. In the markets, farmer sentiment declined in June amid growing trade uncertainty, while crop progress and harvest updates continue across the country. For this week’s interview, Delaney and Michelle sit down with Dylan Lubbe of Agoro Carbon Alliance to explore the company’s expanding role in the carbon market, its new partnership with Microsoft and what it means for producers. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!