NC Lawmakers Push for Immediate Helene Recovery Funding
As budget talks stall in the North Carolina General Assembly, Senate Democrats are urgently calling…
New Deputy Secretary of Agriculture: Stephen Vaden
On June 10, 2025, the U.S. Senate confirmed Stephen Vaden as the new deputy secretary…
Deere Lawsuit Moves Forward Over Repair Restrictions
A federal judge ruled this week that the Deere lawsuit brought by the Federal Trade…
Yamaha Agriculture: Yamaha Motor Expands into Farming Tech
Yamaha Motor has launched a new division, Yamaha Agriculture, to directly address labor shortages and…
Specialty Crop Automation Faces Real-World Challenges
Farmers growing fruits, vegetables, and nuts are running into major roadblocks when it comes to…
Why a Seed Oil Ban Could Spell Trouble for Farmers
A proposed seed oil ban is raising alarms for U.S. farmers. While supporters say the…
How Steel and Aluminum Tariffs Impact Farmers
Rising costs in agriculture often come from unexpected places, and trade policy is one of…
Suspension of Mexican Cattle Imports: Update
In May 2025, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) enacted an immediate suspension of Mexican…
Federal Cuts to Local Food Programs Threaten PA Farmers
Recent federal budget decisions have led to the abrupt cancellation of the Local Food Purchase…
The Decline in Cattle on Feed and Meat Supply
A shift is happening in the American food system — and the numbers make it…