USDA Launches One Farmer, One File Initiative to Streamline Producer Records
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has introduced the One Farmer, One File initiative, a modernization…
U.S. Farmers Shift Planting Plans as Soybean Acreage Rises
The USDA projects a notable shift in 2026 crop planting decisions, with producers expected to…
Why Your Grocery Bill Still Feels High in 2026
Many consumers continue to notice elevated food prices this year. The reasons behind a high…
Farm-to-School Partnerships Highlighted at Farmers’ Convergence in California
Farm-to-school partnerships are gaining renewed attention as growers and food system advocates gather in Hopland,…
Illinois Farmer Stress Support Program Launches Statewide
The University of Illinois Extension has introduced a new Illinois farmer stress support program to…
USDA Final Emergency Livestock Relief Payments Issued for 2023 and 2024 Losses
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued final Emergency Livestock Relief Program payments to producers…
Many Producers Under Financial Strain as Farm Economy Struggles Deepen
New survey data shows that many U.S. producers describe themselves as “fighting for survival” as…
Grapevine Local: Why Thoughtful Marketing Matters for Small Farms
Marketing often feels like an afterthought for farmers. Between production, weather, labor, and finances, telling…
USDA Corn Acreage Revision Sends Shockwaves Through Corn Markets
A major USDA corn acreage revision this week triggered sharp reactions across U.S. grain markets…
USDA Screwworm Response: New Sterile Fly Releases Near U.S.-Mexico Border
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has launched a new phase of its USDA screwworm response…