China has significantly stepped up purchases of U.S. agriculture products in the past two months, according to U.S. officials, even as purchases in other sectors fall short of expectations under … Read More
President Donald Trump said on Tuesday the United States should consider terminating trade deals under which it imports cattle as he looks to help U.S. ranchers hit hard by the … Read More
National Restaurant Association Interim president & CEO Marvin Irby and Association Board Chair Melvin Rodrigue were among the restaurant leaders who met with President Donald J. Trump to discuss how … Read More
The U.S. corn and soybean planting paces remain way above their averages, but below trade expectations, according to the USDA’s Crop Progress Report on Monday. (Successful Farming)
The House next week is planning to overhaul the government’s flagship small business aid program, amid growing concern that it’s become unworkable for many employers. (Politico)
Rural roads’ significant deficiencies have created many challenges – and opportunities – to improving the efficiency of the agricultural supply chain. However, America’s ability to address its rural transportation challenges … Read More
IDOT’s 12% overweight variance on State Routes for emergency supplies for relief has been extended until May 29, 2020. This waver includes those hauling agricultural loads eventually destined to produce … Read More
The White House Office of Management and Budget on Friday completed its interagency review of the rule for the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP), which is expected to include limits … Read More
Some meat processing plants have become hot spots for COVID-19 infections, leading to some shutdowns and a glut of livestock that is ready for harvest. The fear is that farmers … Read More
In 2018, the United States exported about 1.7 billion gallons of ethanol to more than 80 countries. That amount is expected to drop this year, a troubling sign for U.S. … Read More
