Chinese purchases of U.S. soybeans, just in the past six weeks, have been head turning, says American Farm Bureau ag economist Veronica Nigh. She reports Chinese imports, along with imports … Read More

The Glass Fire has damaged or destroyed an untold number of Napa Valley, California, wineries and resort properties that embody the laid-back, upscale lifestyle that draws tourists and connoisseurs from … Read More

 The pandemic-related trend that saw more people trying their hand at home gardening this summer may have led to a bountiful harvest of fresh produce, but it’s left some scrambling … Read More

The U.N. Food & Agriculture Organization says trade and markets can spur sustainable development and strengthen resilience to shocks. (Feedstuffs)

Local farmers and residents have major concerns over the potential of falling debris from nearby wind farm turbines near Lexington. (The Pantagraph)  

The National Biodiesel Board is happy about the inclusion of the Renewable Fuel Standard Integrity Act contained in the clean energy legislation that passed the House last Thursday. (KIWA Radio)

This year, Michigan’s apple crop is estimated at 22.5 million bushels, according to the Michigan Apple Committee. But a cloud hangs over the harvest this year because of the coronavirus … Read More

China reduced the pace of its purchases of U.S. goods in August, making slow progress in meeting the goals of its trade deal with the world’s biggest economy. (Bloomberg)  

Some of the higher grocery store prices are likely here to say for the rest of the year, per The Bureau of Labor Statistics. (WUSA 9)  

As the cattle industry continues to grapple with how the markets reacted after the coronavirus outbreak, a new report unveiled by the American Farm Bureau Federation provides an in-depth examination … Read More