World Bee Day isn't just about honeybees! While important, honeybees are just one member of a vast team of pollinators. There are over 350,000 pollinating species worldwide, including butterflies, ...

This June, the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) embarks on a critical data-gathering mission involving nearly 5,900 producers across Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina ...

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has recently updated the composition of the National Agricultural Research, Extension, Education, and Economics (NAREEE) Advisory Board by appointing ten members, ...

The Wisconsin Pork Association is thrilled to introduce a new avenue for youth aged 13-18, passionate about agriculture, particularly in the swine sector - the WPA Young Leaders’ Program. Scheduled ...

Completed ballots must be either emailed or mailed to DATCP, Market Orders Program, PO Box 8911, Madison, WI 53708, and postmarked by June 15, 2024. The elected producers will commence their ...

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is stepping in to support dairy farms hit by the H5N1 avian influenza. Announced on May 10, the USDA will distribute $98 million in emergency funds to assist ...

At the third Regional Equity Convening held in Albany, Georgia, USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack and other top officials highlighted ongoing efforts to promote equity within agricultural and rural sectors.

In the United States, the outlook for the cattle industry remains challenging despite some recent improvements in the environment for raising livestock. Over the past few years, ranchers faced tough ...

To protect your grain, keep the bin temperature within 10 degrees of the ambient average. This prevents condensation, which can lead to spoilage. Once external temperatures exceed 50 degrees, adjust ...

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has announced a new suite of programs and partnerships aimed at supporting organic farming in the United States. These initiatives include a significant investment of ...

Good news for the environment! According to the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) latest report, US agriculture has achieved its lowest level of greenhouse gas emissions in ten years. This ...

Despite supply challenges, prospects are improving. Grass Fed Foods has emerged as a major player after merging SunFed Ranch and Teton Waters Ranch in 2022, further expanding by partnering with ...