The Champaign Farmers Market has reopened for the summer season. The market’s organizers say they are happy to be back for the seventh year. (WICS)

India increased its subsidy for di-ammonium phosphate to shield farmers in the country, where about of 60% people depend on agriculture for their livelihood, from the impact of costlier imported raw materials for the farm nutrient. The latest move comes amid protests by farmers against new agriculture laws and the spread of coronavirus in rural areas. (Bloomberg)

Despite the pandemic, the appetite for beef has not been stronger since the mid-1960s. Unfortunately, high demand for beef has not translated into higher prices for Illinois cattle ranchers. (The Center Square)

Farmers across Illinois are planting fields and dealing with drought-like conditions compared to recent years. (ABC 7 Chicago)

China’s hog production recovery still faces uncertainties and risk of African swine fever outbreak remains “relatively great,” the country’s agriculture ministry said on Wednesday. (Reuters)  

Burger King’s new chicken sandwich is here, and it’s entering a market that’s more crowded than ever. The chain’s chicken sandwich campaign comes at a time when chicken supplies are limited. Burger King is “not immune” to those challenges but the brand has secured its chicken supply during the phased rollout. (CNN