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Deputy Secretary Vaden Says Ag Input Investigations Nearing Action
A top USDA official says investigations into possible anticompetitive practices among agricultural input manufacturers could lead to formal action soon. Agri-Pulse reported that Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Stephen (Steven) Vaden told attendees at the International Sweetener Symposium
7h ago
Record Ethanol Blend Rate Lowers Fuel Costs for Drivers
The average ethanol content in U.S. gasoline reached a record 11.29 percent in May, according to new data from the Energy Information Administration. The Renewable Fuels Association says the increase was driven by strong blending economics as
8h ago
Indiana Cropland Values Rise Again, USDA Reports
USDA released their Land Values Summary last week showing farmland values across the Corn Belt continued to show steady appreciation, though at a more moderate pace compared to the rapid gains of prior years. "The sixth consecutive
8h ago
August 31 Deadline Nears for Base Acre Review
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is reminding farm landowners to review their newly assigned base acres before an important August 31st deadline. Probably the best bet, if you do have questions, would be to go to the
17h ago
US Cropland Value Surpasses $6k Per Acre for First Time
The average value of U.S. cropland has climbed above $6,000 per acre for the first time, underscoring the resilience of farmland prices despite weaker farm income and tighter profit margins. New data compiled by USDA's National Agricultural
Aug 04, 2026
Defending the Flock - Purdue Researchers Lead USDA Study on Foggers for Avian Influenza
The interior of a commercial poultry house is a high-density place where a single particle of an airborne respiratory virus can replicate quickly, infecting and sickening all the birds within days. Right now, when highly pathogenic avian
Aug 04, 2026
Agribusiness Council of Indiana Presents Lifetime Achievement Award to Kevin Still
The Agribusiness Council of Indiana recognized Kevin Still, the soon-to-retire president and CEO of Keystone Cooperative, with its Lifetime Achievement Award, celebrating a career dedicated to advancing Indiana agriculture through visionary leadership, innovation and an unwavering commitment
Aug 04, 2026
'We Really Need This Safety Net': Rep. Baird Pushes Senate to Pass Farm Bill
The House did their job by passing its version of the Farm Bill earlier this spring and now we're hearing that the Senate Ag Committee is scheduled to mark up and vote on their version Thursday. "You
Aug 04, 2026
Senate Farm Bill Draft Expected to Add Year-Round E15 Provision
Senate negotiators are expected to add language authorizing year-round nationwide sales of E15 gasoline to an updated farm bill draft, marking a shift from an earlier proposal that omitted the measure despite strong support from corn growers
Aug 03, 2026
Mexican Cattle Imports to Resume Amid Screwworm Concerns
USDA plans to resume imports of Mexican cattle on Aug. 24, a move welcomed by feedlots and meat processors but viewed cautiously by some ranchers concerned about the spread of New World screwworm. USDA suspended imports earlier
Aug 03, 2026

